Guides

This "Buyers Guide" / "Identification Guide" has been written to assist people in the accurate identification of a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 6.5 Tommi Makinen Edition (TME). This guide refers to the TME edition only, and not the standard Evolution 6 / GSR Lancer, which will be outlined in another guide. The Mitsubishi Evo 6.5 TME is seen as the last 'real' Evo, and therefore has great potential as a future classic. Accurate identification of these cars is therefore important, as many features on this model can be easily replicated on a standard Evo 6 GSR, or Evo 5. The Lancer

This "Buyers Guide" / "Identification Guide" has been written to assist people in the accurate identification of a Subaru WRX STI Version 6. This guide refers to the standard Version 6 car, and does not include the 'Type R' or 'Type RA' versions, which will be outlined in another guide. The STI Version 6 was the last of the 'classic' shape or 'GC' generation STI cars produced, and therefore represent great potential as a future classic. Accurate identification of these cars is therefore important, as many features on this model can be easily replicated on a standard WRX. The Version

This identification guide is designed to assist people who are looking at purchasing or restoring a genuine R32 GTR V-Spec I. For the V-Spec II GTR, please click here. The V-Spec I, although produced from 1993, was also produced throughout 1994 alongside the V-Spec II. These models, although almost identical, can be distinguished based on the information provided in their respective guides here on Classic Register. The V-Spec I was built by Nissan to celebrate the GTR's success in both Group N and Group A racing. Production of the V-Spec I commenced on 3 February 1993 through to October 1994

This Identification guide has been written to assist people in determining the authenticity of an Australian MK1 Morris Cooper S. For the MK2 Australian Cooper S, click here. The Australian MK1 variant of the Cooper S had a number of unique features when compared to other Mini models, and these are explained in detail below, including information with respect to correct engine and chassis number identification.div The MK1 Morris Cooper S had the largest production numbers of the Australian produced Cooper S cars, and is a highly desirable car in Australia and internationally, due to the unique and arguably improved

This guide has been written for the Australian Mini Clubman GT (as distinct from the 1275GT available in the UK and several other markets). The Australian Clubman GT was sold in Australia and New Zealand in very low numbers, and was introduced to provide a replacement performance version of the Mini following the end of Cooper S production. These cars shared many features with their Cooper S predecessor, but have many of their own unique changes and characteristics. Due to their specifications, close links to the Cooper S and their involvement in motorsport, the GT is a highly desirable car

This identification guide has been written to assist people in correctly identifying a Leyland Mini 998 LS, and to provide details of their original specifications. For the 1275LS identification guide, please click here. For further information on the 998 LS, we also highly recommend getting a copy of The Mini Experience, Issue 15. The Leyland Mini 998 LS is a late high specification Australian version of the Mini, and one of the last Minis to be produced in Australia during 1977 and 1978. The 998 LS was for a short period of time the highest specification mini available in Australia

This is an identification guide / buyers guide for those interested in the Mercedes Benz W126 560SEC. This page has been written for the purpose of assisting people who may be looking at purchasing a 560SEC, or intend to restore a car to factory specifications. This guide provides a variety of information on the car such as original paint codes and combinations, features of the vehicle, and accurate chassis and engine number identification. The 560SEC represented the flagship luxury coupe for Mercedes Benz during the 1980s, and the cars popularity and reputation give it very good potential as a future

This guide has been written to assist people in determining the authenticity of an original Australian MK2 Morris Cooper S. For the MK1 Australian Cooper S, click here. There were approximately 2,500 MK2 cooper S cars produced between 1969 and 1971, with the 1971 model sometimes referred to as the MK2.5 or MK3 in Australia, due to several modifications incorporated in the car’s design. The MK2 Morris Cooper S, as the highest spec and lowest production Cooper S in Australia, demands significant prices in the market, and accurate identification of genuine cars is essential to any prudent purchaser. The MK2

This identification guide has been written to assist people who are looking at purchasing or restoring a genuine R32 GTR V-Spec II. For the V-Spec I GTR, please click here. The V-Spec II was the last V-SPec version of the R32 GTR Skyline to be produced, and being a limited edition model, is now particularly sought after among an increasing number of enthusiasts. The V-Spec II was built by Nissan to celebrate the GTR's success in both Group N and Group A racing, the same reason the V-Spec I was built. Production of the V-Spec II commenced on 14 February

This identification guide has been written to assist people in correctly identifying a Leyland Mini 1275LS. For the 998 LS identification guide, please click here . The Leyland Mini 1275 LS is a rare 'runout' version of the Mini produced by the British Motor Corporation (Leyland) in Australia, and was the last version of the original Mini to be produced in Australia (other than the Mini Moke). The 1275 LS was intended to be a long term production model, representing the highest specification mini available in the Australian range. The most notable features included the 1275cc engine, front 8.4" disc