Practical classics

Bl4ckGryph0n

I used to have a S600 Coupe

And yes Mercedes did a 190 2.5. I was lucky enough to have it newish as a company car. Strictly speaking it was about my level, but as the lease wasn’t finished but the guy already left it was my lucky day

GarethP

Always had a soft spot for a Toyota Celica GT4 or 4x4

Still might yet...

                                                                                 

                                                                       

KyleS1

That’s a real good shout. That and the MR2 turbo.

EndlessWaves

There are a lot of French cars launched circa 2000-2005 that may potentially become future classics due to their striking designs. 406 Coupe, Avantime, Citroen C4 Coupe, Renault Laguna and so on.  There are potential electrical issues though, so do your research.

Classic mercs of the 80s and 90s like your 190 and the W123/W124 also seem to have gathering interest while still being surprisingly cheap.

The last of the Rovers are also worth a look. The Rover 75 V8 and MG ZT V8 have already climbed to around £10k.

The first generation Jaguar XKs are also a possibility.

TerFar

FUN: Mazda MX5. There's loads out there for sale; all ages, all prices. Extremely affordable. It's been around so long and it's barely changed: more a slow evolution. Simple and easy to work on; loads of customisations too.

Spock

I would go for a scirocco storm, Corrado VR6 storm or an Audi S2. I am pushing it on the S2 front though. Clio williams or Original Megane if going French.

cosmicma

Honda s2000's are slowly but surely becoming a classic
iv'e always had a bit of a soft spot for them but never owned one

KyleS1

Ah the old widow maker.

cosmicma

i thought that title was given to the old Porsche 911

car-man

Good call