Every week, we discuss the latest classic car news, talk about our picks for cars in different categories and look to the classifieds for our Want of The Week!
39: COOL Diesel Classic Cars & Jaguar Type 01 Revealed!
Proudly sponsored by Hagerty insurance - Hagerty makes classic-car insurance interesting, offering comprehensive cover, free valuations, events, driving tours and the Hagerty Drivers Club – helping enthusiasts protect, value and enjoy their cars. For quotes and more information, visit www.hagerty.co.uk
No smoke, no poke!
This week on the Classics World Chat Show, with fuel prices soaring, we consider diesel-powered classics that are economical, cool and in many cases, can be run on vegetable oil. From sports saloons to 4x4s, the black pump could be the best entry to classic ownership!
Which diesel-powered classic would you beat the pumps with? Let us know in the comments.
This week we also cover:
🚗 The Jaguar Type 01 reveal and MG Car Club’s ‘Drive Before You Buy’
🚗 Diesel classic cars
🚗 A V8 MG project, Kei truck coolness and a rare 80s sports car
🚗 Upcoming events and weekend plans
Featured cars this episode:
• Volkswagen Golf Mk1 GTD
• BMW E28 524Td
• Ford Granada Mk3
2 Oct 2026
38: The BEST Classic Cars For Young People!
Proudly sponsored by Hagerty insurance - Hagerty makes classic-car insurance interesting, offering comprehensive cover, free valuations, events, driving tours and the Hagerty Drivers Club – helping enthusiasts protect, value and enjoy their cars. For quotes and more information, visit www.hagerty.co.uk
First time for everything!
This week on the Classics World Chat Show, we’re nominating classic cars for young people, insurable on a classic insurance policy and affordable to buy and run. From 80s hatchbacks to sports cars, there’s no excuse for a young or new driver not to be involved in the classic car hobby!
Read Hagerty's picks for classics for young drivers: https://www.hagerty.co.uk/articles/the-best-classic-cars-for-young-drivers/
25 Sept 2026
37: Classic Cars For The Price of A New SUV!
Proudly sponsored by Hagerty insurance - Hagerty makes classic-car insurance interesting, offering comprehensive cover, free valuations, events, driving tours and the Hagerty Drivers Club – helping enthusiasts protect, value and enjoy their cars. For quotes and more information, visit www.hagerty.co.uk
Say no to SUVs!
This week on the Classics World Chat Show, we’re picking a daily driver and weekend fun classic car that add up to the price of Britain’s most popular new car, the Ford Puma! From wild hot hatches to luxury cruisers and a modified sports car project, you’ll wonder why anyone buys an SUV!
Which two-car classic garage would you buy for £27,000? Let us know in the comments.
This week we also cover:
🚗 Barn finds at auction and the new Renault 8 Gordini Concept
🚗 Classics for the price of an SUV
🚗 A rare hot hatch, gorgeous classic Alfa Romeo and oddball MINI variants
🚗 Upcoming events and weekend plans
Featured cars this episode:
• Volvo 850 T5-R
• Alfa Romeo 147 GT
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