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| General Election Special - The Topics That Matter To Classics | 03 Jul 2024 | 00:39:12 | |
With polls opening for the General Election tomorrow (at the time of recording) join David Simister and Jesse Billington for a detailed canter through the political matters that concern classics in an election special return of the CCW podcast. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast as well as the magazine to never miss a beat on the world of classic cars. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4bpQMF9 Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and why this matters! 3:13 - DVLA Consultation: what’s going to happen to all those answers? 8:16 - ULEZ and Low Emission Zones 12:31 - Could the scrappage scheme return? 16:20 - Apprenticeships and what happens next? 20:33 - Alterations to tax-exemption? 24:04 - How are we going to be fuelling our classics under the next government? 30:32 - How might the roads themselves change in the coming years? 38:31 - Wrapping Up | |||
| Behind the scenes at The Resto Show | 22 Mar 2024 | 00:37:57 | |
Join Editor, David Simister and Staff Writer, Jesse Billington, as they go behind the scenes at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show at the NEC as the show gets set for its opening day. From auction insights to intriguing spots, this is an exclusive audio peek behind the curtain at what's to come this weekend! | |||
| Live at the Classic Motor Show! | 11 Nov 2024 | 00:32:22 | |
Don’t ask why, but we decided to fully launch the podcast with a live show at the Classic Motor Show at the NEC. Something about not doing things by halves. Anyhow, Jesse is joined by CCW’s editor, David Simister and regular contributor Andy Talbot for a classics laden chat at the NEC. Live. Subscribe to Classic Car Weekly: https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and what’s going on with our classics 4:13 - What’s stood out at the show? 10:39 - If you could reinvent a marque or model for the modern age, what would you do? 16:03 - Classics, a perfect respite from the modern world 22:05 - The CCW Coffee meets are coming back in 2025 24:20 - Our classic temptations? 30:59 - Conclusion | |||
| 20 November 2024 - Animal Encounters and Bond Girls in Brussels | 20 Nov 2024 | 00:57:59 | |
Back at base the Classic Car Weekly team leaf through the latest issue and talk all things Brussels, wildlife based accidents with cars, Bond girls and dream auction picks. Plus Jesse still hasn't fixed his MG. Think of this as a perfect companion piece to this week's issue. Some audio bonus content to go along with the latest edition, which you can pick up now or subscribe to: https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Which of the team's auction buys do you agree with? What takes your fancy in the catalogues? Let us know in the comments or on social media. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Chat 8:42 - Animal Encounters 16:07 - Behind the scenes at Brussels 28:02 - Auction Window Shopping | |||
| 27 November 2024 - E5 Petrol, Shaguar for Sale and Winter Weapons | 27 Nov 2024 | 00:50:50 | |
Giving remote recording a try, the Classic Car Weekly team, Jesse, David and James, are back and leafing through this week’s issue to discuss some of the news stories that have caught their eye as well as browse through the upcoming auctions. Plus there’s a chat about THAT Jaguar rebrand and the 2002 cinematic masterpiece, Scooby Doo. You know, the usual stuff. Let us know which non-car film film car stands out to you, and which winter weapon you’d pick from the upcoming Iconic and Brightwells auctions. Be sure to subscribe to Classic Car Weekly to never miss an issue: https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 8:37 - New Calls to Preserve E5 Petrol 21:09 - Austin Powers’ Jaguar E-Type is up for auction! Plus we pick our favourite non-car film cars. 37:00 - Previewing Iconic Auctioneers and Brightwells looking for a winter weapon. | |||
| 4 December 2024 - Auto Electricians, Classic Commercials and Tax Exempt Daily Drivers | 04 Dec 2024 | 00:52:36 | |
We’re back in the very echoey room at Classic Car Weekly Headquarters for another edition of the CCW podcast. This week James, Chris and Jesse discuss preserving skills relating to modern classics, the growing trend of classic commercials on the market and another bout of auction window shopping. Apologies for the coughing, somehow both Chris and Jesse have been hit with the lurgy this week. Subscribe to Classic Car Weekly: https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 6:17 - Preserving Modern Classic Related Skills 19:49 - Classic commercials, an emerging trend? 31:46 - Auction Review, did we pick a winner? 36:35 - Auction Previews, the best tax exempt daily! 50:54 - Conclusion | |||
| 11 December 2024 - How much for a Morris Minor? Plus Post-War Classics and FotU on a Budget | 11 Dec 2024 | 00:47:28 | |
Back again for another dip into the world of classic news, this time the team tackles a staggeringly priced Morris Minor van, the future of post-war classics and pick some unique options for doing the Festival of the Unexceptional on a budget! Subscribe to Classic Car Weekly: https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Update 4:55 - How much for a Morris Minor? 14:06 - How do we keep post-war classics thriving? 28:56 - Festival of the Unexceptional on a Budget 44:49 - Conclusion James' Austin 7: https://www.carandclassic.com/car/C1771165 James' A-H Frog-Eye Sprite: https://www.classiccarsforsale.co.uk/austin-healey/frogeye+sprite/407205#racing Jesse's Riley RME: https://www.classiccarsforsale.co.uk/riley/rme/407027 James' Ford Escort: https://www.classiccarsforsale.co.uk/ford/escort/407237 | |||
| 18 December 2024 - Christmas Bumper Issue: The Team Looks Back On 2024 | 19 Dec 2024 | 01:32:58 | |
Bumper issue on the shop shelves and a bumper edition of the podcast too, aren’t you lucky? Anyhow, the team have all sat down and had a good natter on mic about their highlights from the year, from events to road tests, photo shoots, tours and trips there’s a good spread to be celebrated this year in the hobby. So revel in this yuletide edition of the pod, pour out a glass of festive cheer and we’ll be back in 2025 with a new series of the podcast and plenty more Classic Car Weekly! Subscribe to Classic Car Weekly: https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Update 4:43 - The latest issue and our take aways from the year | |||
| 3 January 2025 - New Years Resolutions | 03 Jan 2025 | 00:38:30 | |
We’re back for 2025! We’re a little out of kilter, what with the strange way that Wednesdays have fallen over the past few weeks, but we’re back nonetheless. This week, David, Chris and Jesse have got some New Year’s resolutions for themselves and the broader classic world. Plus, David accidentally abducts a beloved family pet. Subscribe to Classic Car Weekly: https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Happy New Year 2:08 - Our Classics Update: David has been cat-napping 6:56 - Grotty weather delays events 9:04 - Resolutions and Predictions for 2025 36:54 - Conclusion | |||
| 8 January 2025 - Classic MoTs and the Top 25 Cars of the Last 25 Years | 08 Jan 2025 | 00:45:40 | |
Back to the usual Wednesday release schedule, David, Chris and Jesse are back in CCW HQ delving into the latest issue, from MoTs for classics being back in the news, to the cars that missed out on featuring in this week’s feature. Expect plenty of bickering. Subscribe to Classic Car Weekly: https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Update 3:49 - MoTs for classics? 18:46 - Top 25 Cars from the last 25 Years 45:09 - Conclusion | |||
| 15 January 2025 - Brits Abroad and 25 Top Buys for 2025 | 15 Jan 2025 | 00:32:41 | |
David, James and Jesse are back for another mid week chatter about the issue that’s out now and some of the back story behind this week’s big stories. It’s quite a market heavy issue and episode, but well worth a read and well worth the listen too. Subscribe to Classic Car Weekly: https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 6:45 - Brits Abroad: British Classics are doing well on foreign markets? 16:58 - David’s Top 25 Buys for 2025 30:37 - What’s next week and wrap up | |||
| 22 January 2025 - ClubExpo 2025, Archives, Extinct Classics and the TR7 | 23 Jan 2025 | 00:30:28 | |
Join David and Jesse for this week's edition of the Classic Car Weekly podcast as they dip into the interesting news that's come from ClubExpo with word that the DVLA are going to start taking positive steps when it comes to classic cases. Plus the pair ponder the rate of inflation in relation to Aston Martin DB6 prices and how the TR7 has gone from renegade to classic favourite as the model turns 50. Subscribe to Classic Car Weekly: https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - ClubExpo 2025 - National Historic Vehicle Survey 5:54 - ClubExpo 2025 - The DVLA are making progress with classic problems! 10:51 - ClubExpo 2025 - Federation Online Club Archive Scheme 15:56 - Are some classics really at risk of going extinct? 23:58 - The Triumph TR7 at 50 29:13 - Conclusion | |||
| 29 January 2025 - Interclassics and Motoring Abroad | 30 Jan 2025 | 00:41:28 | |
David, Jesse and James are back for another dive into what’s gone into this week’s Classic Car Weekly. Jesse has been galavanting around Europe for Interclassics. In other news, 3D printing could save classics when it comes to awkward to source parts and the team recant some of their motoring abroad calamities. Subscribe to Classic Car Weekly: https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 4:46 - Interclassics and Classics on the Continent 18:42 - 3d Printing to Save Classics 27:56 - Motoring Abroad: Times It Has Gone Wrong 40:30 - Conclusion | |||
| 5 February 2025 - Seat Belts in Classics and Manor Park's Expansion | 05 Feb 2025 | 00:24:51 | |
David, Chris and James take the reins on this week's podcast and get all news-y talking about the risk to classics of automated cameras dishing out seat belt fines (£500 if you're caught, we missed that from our pre-show notes). There's also a chat about the news that Manor Park Classics is expanding from its Runcorn site to the south of England! Subscribe to Classic Car Weekly: https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz | |||
| 12 February 2025 - The Future of Classics, Saving Top Gear Icons and Valentine's Day Greetings | 12 Feb 2025 | 00:42:02 | |
Welcome back to the Classic Car Weekly Podcast on a bumper issue week. This time, James, Chris and Jesse delve into the paper and pick apart the question of the future of the classic hobby. After that they look at which Top Gear challenge car they’d most like to own and then Jesse reveals his Valentine’s Day fantasy. Incredibly it’s not a muscular American, you’ll have to give it a listen to find out. Be sure to grab the latest copy to not miss out on the rather more important and sensible coverage from the world of classics, and better still, subscribe to avoid missing an issue! https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 5:39 - The Future of Classic Motoring 31:19 - Top Gear’s Museum Cars Have Been Saved - We Pick Our Favourites 37:29 - Classic Car Valentine’s Day Greeting Cards 40:45 - Conclusion | |||
| 19 February 2025 - Retromobile and the National Car Club Awards | 20 Feb 2025 | 00:24:16 | |
The fellas are back for another quick catch up. James has been at Retromobile in Paris and David has some news ahead of hte National Car Club Awards. Anyhow, gotta dash, there’s a lot to get ready for the next isssue. Enjoy! Be sure to grab the latest copy to not miss out on the rather more important and sensible coverage from the world of classics, and better still, subscribe to avoid missing an issue! https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 4:28 - James has been to Retromobile 17:41 - National Car Club Awards 22:45 - Conclusion | |||
| 26 February 2025 - Race Retro, Amphibious Cars and Barn Finds | 26 Feb 2025 | 00:43:09 | |
Back at HQ for this one and the fellas are talking about Race Retro, a glut of barn finds heading to auction and the up coming Restoration Show. Nominate your club hero here: https://www.necrestorationshow.com/national-car-club-awards Check out the auction haul here: https://carsonline.bonhams.com/en/auctions/live Be sure to grab the latest copy to not miss out on the rather more important and sensible coverage from the world of classics, and better still, subscribe to avoid missing an issue! https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 6:08 - Race Retro: a brief retrospective 16:43 - Barn Find Classics Going to Auction & Can You Make a Midget Amphibious 28:22 - The Resto Show looms and the Pride of Ownership entrants have been announced 41:20 - Conclusion and What’s In Next Week’s Issue | |||
| 5 March 2025 - Spring Cleaning, India and Buying Museums | 07 Mar 2025 | 00:34:01 | |
The team are back and busy with the latest issue of the Classic Car Weekly Podcast and there’s plenty to discuss in this week’s copy! Be sure to grab the latest one from the shops, or subscribe to never miss and read along as the team bring some additional discussion to the news from the world of classics. If you’re looking for the FBHVC survey, it’s here: https://fbhvc.co.uk/survey If you want to subscribe to CCW: https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 9:04 - Morehampstead Motor Musum is up for sale: the fate for museums 18:30 - India: a new market with potential? 27:31 - Spring Cleaning and Bringing Classics out of Hibernation 33:15 - Conclusion | |||
| 26 March 2025 - Recapping the Resto Show | 27 Mar 2025 | 00:41:20 | |
The team sit down to talk about The Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show and their highlights from covering the event. There's some views, bits that didn't make it to press and all around good stories from the weekend. Give it a listen and as always, be sure to pick up the latest issue for the full stories from the weekend. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz | |||
| 12 March 2025 - Retro Classics Stuttgart and Driving a Classic Ambulance | 13 Mar 2025 | 00:41:48 | |
Chris, James and Jesse are getting sidetracked again on this week's edition of the podcast. Chris has been away looking at some lovely German classics, while Jesse has been causing chaos in Kent. The usual really. Donate to the London Ambulance Service: https://justgiving.com/campaign/LondonAmbulanceHistory If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 1:11 - We’re off to the Resto Show! 4:44 - Chris has been to Stuttgart 20:31 - Driving a Classic Ambulance - Behind the Scenes 39:13 - End Matter | |||
| 2 April 2025 - Modern Skills for Modern Classics | 04 Apr 2025 | 00:34:56 | |
The team are back with this week’s podcast; it is a little late, apologies, it’s been another busy week. Anyhow, we’ve been looking deeper into the news stories of the issue and going behind the scenes on this week’s lead feature. There’s plenty to enjoy along with the latest issue. So pick up this week’s paper and chuck the podcast on. What newly tax-exempt models would you pick? Did you head along to Vintage Stony? If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introductions and Our Classics Catch-Up 4:09 - New Hope for Modern Classics 15:03 - Vintage Stony’s Springtime Success 22:02 - Behind the Lead Feature 33:47 - End Matter | |||
| 9 April 2025 - Tariffs, Coventry and Goodwood | 11 Apr 2025 | 00:33:13 | |
Jesse, James and David are back and this time embroiled in the ever-changing world of international trade deals as Trump’s tariffs avoid impacting classic cars, but there’s still doubt in the air. On top of that, there’s news from Coventry and Jesse is off to Goodwood. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 1:32 - Trump’s Tariffs miss classics 9:15 - Coventry’s Classic Car Show Shuffles 12:49 - Driving Tom Kristensen’s 1275GT Mini 23:54 - Our Picks from Bonhams’ Members’ Meeting Offerings 31:18 - End Matter | |||
| 16 April 2025 - Members' Meeting Spills and Barn Find Thrills | 17 Apr 2025 | 00:30:24 | |
We’re on a three-day production week this week, but that hasn’t stopped James and Jesse from sitting down a chat about all things barn finds and racing veteran cars off the back off the latest issue. There’s an update on Senna’s F1 car from the Goodwood Members’ Meeting and some picks from the massive barn find sale that’s going under the hammer at Tewkesbury Auction Centre. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Catch-Up 2:41 - Goodwood Members’ Meeting Recap and some additional bits 12:45 - 200 Barn Finds Up For Sale? How do you end up with a collection that big? 26:56 - A Few Other Bits 28:18 - End Matter | |||
| £100,000 for a Ford Fiesta? Surely not! - Classic Car Weekly Podcast - 23 April 2025 | 25 Apr 2025 | 00:32:06 | |
The boys have been chatting again and there’s plenty to discuss in this week’s issue. From classics that are missing their exemption to a Fiesta that’s enjoyed a £100k overhaul! Email us your Drive-It Day pictures, ccwdriveitday@gmail.com Join us on the London to Brighton, www.classiccarweekly.co.uk/competition If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 3:34 - Thousands of Classics are Missing Their Exemption! 9:51 - How do you spend £100k restoring a Fiesta? 17:42 - Join us on the London to Brighton Classic Car Run 20:23 - Naff Car Adverts 27:16 - Drive-It Day is this weekend! 31:21 - End Matter | |||
| Drive-It Day Stories and Sunburn - 30 April 2025 | 02 May 2025 | 00:25:54 | |
It’s a bumper issue this week and a Bank Holiday on the horizon, so it’s a short one from the team at Classic Car Weekly. This time around, the gang are sitting down for a chat about Drive-It Day and their adventures in the sunshine! There are some bonus stories unearthed on their travels. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 4:24 - Drive-It Day Behind the Scenes 21:32 - End Matter | |||
| VE Day Classics and E5 Petrol - 7 May 2025 | 07 May 2025 | 00:28:17 | |
The team is back in the very echoey room in Peterborough to leaf through the latest issue and add some personal points to the news and one of this week’s features. There are still places available on the London to Brighton Run itself, and will be until the 8th May, so get booking if you fancy joining Chris and James! If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 8:23 - E5 Petrol is looking like it’ll be around for a while more! 16:10 - VE Day Celebrations and the cars that kept Britain motoring through the war 24:37 - Elsewhere in this week’s issue 26:40 - Can the boys remember what’s in the next issue? | |||
| Gate-keeping classics and Behind Our Jaguar XJ-S Shoot - 14 May 2025 | 15 May 2025 | 00:40:07 | |
It’s another busy week at Classic Car Weekly, so join Jesse and Chris for a chat about the latest issue. There’s a big range of updates from their classics and some behind the scenes on the Jaguar XJ-S shoot. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 13:35 - “No room for gate-keeping in the hobby” 25:07 - More on the Jaguar XJ-S as it turns 50 37:34 - Elsewhere in the issue 39:13 - End Matter | |||
| The Classic Community Rallies Around Bicester - 21 May 2025 | 23 May 2025 | 00:15:37 | |
It’s a quick one for Jesse and James this week amidst production deadlines and a looming bank holiday, but they’ve carved out time to chat about the sad events at Bicester, the strength of the classic community and what else you can enjoy in the latest edition of Classic Car Weekly! If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 2:53 - Bicester Motion and The Strenght of the Classic Community 8:26 - Classics will still be discussed in parliament 9:36 - Elsewhere in the issue 13:15 - Next Week’s Issue 14:23 - End Matter | |||
| Bicester, Mike Brewer's Clever Buys and the Rover P5B - 28 May 2025 | 29 May 2025 | 00:16:31 | |
Another quick one from the CCW Team as they weave a podcast into a week shortened by a Bank Holiday and busied by an upcoming bumper issue (more on that next week!). That hasn’t stopped David and Jesse sitting down for a chat about the latest issue and the stories within. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Catch Up 3:32 - Bicester Bounces Back as Classic Fans Raise Cash for Charities 8:05 - Mike Brewer’s Ones to Watch 13:02 - Elsewhere in the issue 15:29 - A Sneak Peak ahead? | |||
| London to Brighton and Wheeler Dealer Live - 4 June 2025 | 05 Jun 2025 | 00:24:26 | |
Features Editor, Chris Hope is in the driving seat for this one as he’s joined by Editor, David Simister and Staff Writer, Jesse Billington to go over the recent busy weekend of shows, events and runs, all featured in this week’s bumper issue of Classic Car Weekly, out now on shop shelves! If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Catch Up 5:24 - Reasons to be Cheerful 11:55 - London to Brighton 13:48 - Wheeler Dealer Live 17:58 - Elsewhere in the issue 22:49 - Next Issue and End Matter | |||
| FBHVC Survey plus HVCA Heritage Matters Day - 11 June 2025 | 11 Jun 2025 | 00:19:00 | |
Chris, David and James Peene sit down to talk through the latest issue of CCW and the incredible news stories the team has worked on. Subscribe to CCW today: https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics catch up 5:10 - FBHVC Survey response 8:54 - HVCA Heritage Matters Day – DVLA in attendance 13:41 - HVCA Heritage Matters Day – other stories 18:08 - Next issue | |||
| Insurance companies want young classic car fans to know their cheap quote secrets – 18 June 2025 | 18 Jun 2025 | 00:29:44 | |
Chris, David and James Sadlier sit down to talk through the latest issue of CCW and the incredible news the team has worked on. Subscribe now! – https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction and our classics catch-up 12:16 – Why insurance companies what younger car fans to have cheaper specialist policies 17:32 – Stag Owners' Club's efforts to attract younger enthusiasts 22:51 – Goodbye Griffin House, plus our memories of press fleet Vauxhalls 28:49 – Next issue and end matter | |||
| Insurance companies share their cheaper quote secrets for younger classic car fans - 18 June 2025 | 18 Jun 2025 | 00:29:44 | |
Chris, David and James Sadlier sit down to talk through the latst of CCW and the incredible news the team has worked on. Subscribe now! – https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction and our classics catch up 12:16 – why insurance companies what youngsters to know their cheap quote secrets 17:32 – Stag Owners' Club launches new register for young enthusiasts 22:51 – Goodbye to Grifftin House and our memories of press fleet Vauxhalls 28:49 – Next issue and end matter | |||
| Classics in Corfu and Testing Esprits at Silverstone - 25 June 2025 | 27 Jun 2025 | 00:35:52 | |
Features Editor, Chris Hope is in the driving seat once more, this time grilling Staff Writer, Jesse Billington on the joys of renting a classic on holiday, Corfiot motoring and quad-testing the generations of Lotus Esprit! He has a hard life does our Staff Writer. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction, Corfiot Car Culture and will Jesse’s MG be back in time for a wedding? 8:05 - Should you rent a classic on holiday? 23:54 - Behind the Scenes with 4 Lotus Esprits 33:56 - End Matter | |||
| Le Mans Classic, Festival of Speed and Low Mile Jags - 16 July 2025 | 16 Jul 2025 | 00:48:00 | |
We’re back after a week-long hiatus! It’s been a busy gap as James and Jesse were shipped off to France for the Le Mans Classic and then we sent Jesse off to Goodwood to find some classic action at the Festival of Speed. Now, finally back in the echoey room at CCW HQ, they are joined by Chris to pick apart their adventures and answer the question, would you buy a 300-mile Jaguar? If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics: Jesse’s MG still isn’t done! 9:20 - The Le Mans Classic, behind the scenes 17:00 - Goodwood Festival of Speed, we promise we let Jesse have some time off 28:50 - Low Mileage Icons: would you buy a 300 mile Jag? 42:42 - This week’s big feature 46:00 - Elsewhere in the latest issue | |||
| Bad Behaviour, Auction Records and Beach-spec Classics - 23 July 2025 | 25 Jul 2025 | 00:28:09 | |
Normal service on the CCW podcast is resumed as David, James and Jesse sit down to thumb through the latest issue and discuss the stories within. From another record-setting Ford Escort to their picks for surfing-ready classics. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Catch Up 4:01 - Yob Behaviour Threatens Bedfordshire Show 11:24 - Another record setting Escort crossed the auction block 18:41 - 135 Years of Surfing in Britain - Our top beach-spec classics 24:28 - Elsewhere in this week’s issue 25:30 - Coming up next week and End Matter | |||
| Festival of the Unexceptional and Stolen Classics - 30 July 2025 | 31 Jul 2025 | 00:34:04 | |
The team are back in a different echoey room at CCW HQ to look back on the recent Festival of the Unexceptional. On top of that, they’ll leaf through the latest issue of the paper to give you a taste of what you can pick up this week. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 3:55 - Festival of the Unexceptional: behind the judging at FOTU 24:04 - Classic Thefts, what you can do 31:08 - Elsewhere in this issue 32:52 - Next week and End Matter | |||
| Silverstone Festival, Top Summer Shows and Behind the Scenes - 13 August 2025 | 13 Aug 2025 | 00:38:41 | |
The team are back and it’s a bumper issue week with plenty to discuss from behind the scenes at our recent test drive and shoot at Iconic Auctioneers to the top bits we’re looking forward to at the Silverstone Festival. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Catch Up 6:07 - Behind the Scenes on our Iconic Auctioneers shoot 23:26 - Things to do this Summer 31:55 - Silverstone Festival, what we’re looking forward to 37:34 - End Matter | |||
| Transit Stories, Green Classics & Petrol and Pride - 6 August 2025 | 08 Aug 2025 | 00:21:59 | |
Jesse and David are back for a quick look through the latest issue and the news and stories we’ve been hard at work cramming in. There’s plenty to enjoy, including their stories from behind the wheel of various Transits as the model celebrates its 60th anniversary. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics: Jesse’s MG runs, sort of. 3:19 - Are Classics getting greener? 8:45 - Petrol and Pride 12:36 - 60 Years of the Ford Transit 19:59 - Elsewhere in the latest issue and end matter | |||
| Good News from the DVLA and Hot Hatch Market News - 20 August 2025 | 20 Aug 2025 | 00:25:20 | |
Jesse, David and James are back to leaf through the latest issue, taking you further into the stories of the week and what’s breaking. There’s positive news from the DVLA, some new market trends are emerging, and the show season is booming! At some point, the recording’s audio and visual elements have gotten out of sync and Jesse gets cut off at the end, but otherwise, all’s good and busy! If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 3:20 - Hot Hatch Prices are Soaring 9:06 - The DVLA have GOOD NEWS! 13:24 - Apprentices ‘hired’ for Veteran Car Run 17:12 - It’s a bumper show season! 23:00 - Elsewhere in the issue 24:15 - End Matter | |||
| Inclusive Shows, 0 to Hero Classics & 170 Shadows on Show - 27 August 2025 | 28 Aug 2025 | 00:25:20 | |
Jesse, James and David are back for this week’s Classic Car Weekly Podcast. There’s a lot to chat through when it comes to this week’s news roundup from inclusivity at shows, more on the DVLA update and David’s top spots at the Cumbria Classic & Motorsport Show. The team also added some bonus Zero to Hero options into this week’s feature, celebrating classics that have enjoyed a turnaround in support. If you’ve got some thoughts on the new DVLA rules, get in touch: editorial@classiccarweekly.co.uk If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Catch Up 2:40 - The Classic Scene is Getting More Inclusive 10:25 - Classic Groups back the DVLA’s updates 13:12 - Classic Shows Continue to Go from Strength to Strength 18:35 - Zero to Hero Classics 29:45 - Elsewhere in the Issue and End Matter | |||
| Mini Meet Saved, Get Revival Ready and the MOT at 65 - 10 September 2025 | 10 Sep 2025 | 00:31:55 | |
The podcast is back! We’re still fighting the remote recording tech, so the audio isn’t pristine this week, but there’s plenty of good news and some bonus opinions to enjoy alongside this week’s issue. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 8:15 - It’s a bumper Pride of Ownership Competition this year 12:39 - International Mini Meet Saved? 17:07 - James’ spots at Beaulieu’s International Autojumble 20:00 - Are you Revival ready? 25:58 - The MOT at 65 30:26 - Elsewhere in the issue | |||
| Behind the Scenes at the Goodwood Revival - 17 September 2025 | 17 Sep 2025 | 00:50:36 | |
It’s all about one thing this week as our Goodwood Bumper issue is on sale, and the boys are recounting their tales from the event. From champagne in plastic water bottles, stolen selfies and snuck parade laps, they’ve been mighty busy. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 4:25 - Behind the Scenes at the Goodwood Revival 38:07 - Our Favourite Stories from the Weekend | |||
| Apprenticeships, Show Costs, Transits and Bargain Classics - 8 October 2025 | 08 Oct 2025 | 00:41:56 | |
Chris, James and Jesse are back with the Classic Car Weekly podcast. Sorry, it’s been a while. Production has been hectic recently, but we’re back on an even keel and have a gem of an issue on shop shelves this week. So, join the lads as they lift the lid and discuss the news from the classic scene as well as tales of ragging vans, it makes sense. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Catch Up 8:54 - The PM’s call for more apprentices! 17:49 - The rising costs for clubs attending shows 26:15 - Transits set records at the latest meet 32:18 - Brands Hatch turns 100 next year and has plans! 34:20 - Bargain-priced Classics 40:04 - Elsewhere in the issue and end matter | |||
| Stolen Cars and Auction Trends - 15 October 2025 | 16 Oct 2025 | 00:41:56 | |
It’s a short one this week as the team are already busy with next week’s issue, but David, James and Jesse have carved out a gap to have a chat about some of the bits in this week’s BUMPER edition of Classic Car Weekly. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Catch Up 2:08 - Why are the police weeding out stolen cars? 8:15 - What the auction houses are saying on the market 12:00 - David’s Top Auction Buys 16:05 - Elsewhere in the Issue | |||
| Back to the Future, BMW Z1s and the HCVA Conference - 22 October 2025 | 24 Oct 2025 | 00:47:53 | |
Jesse, James and Chris sit down for a leaf through the latest issue of Classic Car Weekly, looking at the latest news and stories in this week’s issue. From how the young buying market are shifting the auction scene to the tiny boot on the Z1, there’s a lot to get through. Thank you to the HCVA for welcoming us to their Heritage Matters day. For more on how best to pass your classic through the family, we spoke with East Devon Law. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Catch Up 5:35 - Heritage Matters with the HCVA - Young Buyers are changing auctions 12:41 - The DVLA were there! 19:56 - Advice on how to best pass on your classic 29:05 - Celebrating Back to the Future 37:00 - Behind the Wheel with the BMW Z1 46:46 - Elsewhere in the issue | |||
| The FBHVC's Survey and Conference Explained - 29 October 2025 | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:27:29 | |
Join Jesse and David as they discuss the recent FBHVC Survey and conference. David has all the headline stats and talking points about the health of the hobby and what’s on the horizon for our classics. Plus, there’s a preview of this weekend’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, will Jesse get soaked to the bone this year? We’ll find out in due course. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 1:47 - The FBHVC’s Survey and Conference - The Big Headlines 8:15 - Apprenticeships and securing funding 10:25 - Younger Classic Fans are shifting event styles 17:53 - Scare Stories and Classics 20:19 - The FBHVC at the NEC Classic Motor Show 21:35 - The London to Brighton Veteran Car Run 26:03 - Elsewhere in this week’s issue | |||
| London to Brighton BTS and Classic Motor Show Sneak Peaks - 5 November | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:25:45 | |
Another quick one from Jesse and David as they look back at the weekend’s Veteran Car Run and Jesse’s soaking. Plus there’s a preview of the Classic Motor Show, the CCW stand at the event and the massive auction that’s on the way. If you want more from the CCW team online, keep an eye on Tiktok and YouTube for more Veteran Car Run content still to come! If you want to subscribe to CCW, which you do, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 2:19 - The London to Brighton Veteran Car Run: Ziplines and Pink Floyd 12:20 - The Classic Motor Show at the NEC: What we’re looking forward to 24:24 - Elsewhere in the Issue | |||
| LIVE at the Classic Motor Show - 7 November 2025 | 08 Nov 2025 | 00:20:15 | |
Join Jesse, David and James for a special live edition of the Classic Car Weekly Podcast, hosted at the podcast lounge at the 2025 Classic Motor Show at the NEC. If you want to subscribe to CCW, which you do, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Live Introduction 0:59 - Our Classics Catch Up 5:10 - Our Top Finds and Show Highlights 19:26 - End Matter | |||
| Classic Motor Show Unpacked - 12 November 2025 | 14 Nov 2025 | 00:35:15 | |
David, Chris, and Jesse sit down for a debrief following the NEC Classic Motor Show and the bumper issue the team have put together with all the show news and more. If you want to subscribe to CCW, which you do, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Catch Up 9:01 - Our Thoughts on the NEC Classic Motor Show 15:35 - Top TVR reemerges 19:46 - Remembering Quentin Willson 25:05 - Our top stories from the show 32:47 - Elsewhere in the issue 34:31 - End Matter | |||