The Retro Journal
Welcome to The Retro Journal — a space for car lovers, first-car dreamers, and nostalgia-fuelled rebuilds. We share buying guides, build stories, and the kind of advice you wish you’d had the first time around!
Modern Classics
You’ve probably heard the term “modern classic” thrown around at car meets, auctions, or in Instagram captions. But what does it really mean—and why are cars from the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s becoming the cars to watch (and own) right now?
Start your Engines Please!
Getting your first car should be exciting — not financially painful. If you’re 17–24 and looking for a car, you’ve probably already noticed insurance quotes can be eye-watering. But there’s good news.
Why Classic & Retro Cars Make Brilliant First Cars for Young Drivers
More and more young drivers are taking a different road—choosing classic, retro, or modern classic cars as their first car. And with good reason.
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