Nikesh Kooverjee has been contributing to the automotive sphere for 11 years. His previous roles include Digital Editor at CAR South Africa and associate editor at CarBuzz. He has always had a strong ...

Sure, building a car model is fun, but putting together a life-size, working version of a car you can actually drive is so much more satisfying. Kit cars are essentially prefabricated parts you ...

It's common to spot cars that are 35 years old or over on the road, with a few usual suspects like the Volvo 240, Mercedes-Benz W123, or any number of plush domestic sedans from the 1980s. We all know ...

We have revisited this article to update prices, specs, and provide more context around the fascinating, yet small world of kit cars. Building your own car is quite possibly every car guy's dream.

EV conversion specialist Electrogenic developed a drop-in kit for the classic Mini models, offering a 60-hp motor and a 20-kWh battery. The kit, designed to fit into the engine bay and be installed by ...

Photo: Factory Five Racing Inc. If you're a DIY enthusiast whose biggest dream is to own an iconic classic car, these five replicas can turn your dream into reality for far less money than an original ...

Classic cars have carved out a unique niche in modern car culture, serving as both a nostalgic reminder of the automotive ...

Click here if you are unable to view this gallery on a mobile device. Few would argue with the statement that Mercedes-Benz has built some of the most beautiful cars in the world. Many American and ...

The automotive world contains many terms to describe different sorts of specialized cars, often with overlaps between them. Two such terms are "kit car" and "replica," frequently misidentified or used ...

So, why do today's motorists cruise down the highway in soulless modern cars instead of the much cooler classics? Well, it can be summed up in one word, comfort. Today's cars are judged not by their ...

Each kit includes a complete chassis (less running gear and suspension), an upholstery and carpet kit, wiring harness and gauges, window glass and power-window mechanisms, a Dino steering wheel, ...