Old Car Magazines
By Elliott Drake
Every car enthusiast at some point or another has bought themselves a car magazine. In the same way that record collectors and music lovers buy old copies of the NME and Melody Maker, car lovers seek out old car magazines such as Practical Motorist, Motor Sport and Motor Trader. There’s a certain joy in skimming through the pages of old car mags and not only seeing the models of the day in reviews and articles but also looking at the advertising from that era, it’s always interested to stumble across a classic article about a beloved, classic car.
It’s very exciting to find old car magazines in good condition for sale on online auctions sites such as eBay because magazine by their very nature are first bought, read through then ultimately throw away or passed onto friends and family. These types of magazines nearly always end up as bathroom fodder even before they end up in the rubbish so it’s very rare to find old car magazines in anything other than a tatty, worn state. Old car publications sometimes meet an unhappy end at the hands of rodents with a craving for the printed word or simply just degrade over time from poor storage. For old car magazines to survive intact they will need special treatment and care when transported during a clear out or house move.
Some collectors of old car magazines might simply stick to a single publication or a particular era so if you’re lucky enough to find someone who’s letting an entire collection go you might just have a fantastic lot of a certain motoring magazine; usually their value is based on their scarcity and condition. If you’re buying online in bulk make sure you can collect the magazines in person as your precious magazines may be damaged in transit if the seller has inadequately packaged them.
Car Magazines Are Everywhere These Days
By Jason Ciment
Car magazines are among the most numerous of publications. You will find a whole section devoted to them on most newsstands, and a selection of them in waiting rooms of all types. The topics covered by these magazines ranges from modern high performance to restoration of classic cars.
Looking to buy a new car? Why not take advantage of the excellent information that you can obtain from magazines such as Motor Trend Magazine. This magazine is great source for new information about the vehicles of tomorrow and the everyday family car. Take a peak inside the cover and enjoy the most informative magazine for any driver.
If you are interested in classic cars, there are many magazines that are likely to pique your interest. You’ll find interesting articles on restoration, modification as well as excellent photos of cars of every variety. Many of these magazines will also contain advertisements for obscure companies that will provide the parts you need that can’t be found anywhere else.
Several magazines today are devoted to super fast, luxury cars. If you are interested in these cars, they have much to offer, including the latest advances in handling and speed as well as articles and photographs about the world’s most exotic cars. In addition, the magazines run several advertisements about companies which provide parts and services to upgrade your own car into a sleek racing machine.
Most car magazines also maintain excellent websites where you can read some of the content, link to sponsor companies and do general research. If you’re lucky, they might even have a forum where you can contact other car enthusiasts from your area and around the world.
Magazine subscriptions can be purchased in a variety of ways. The best buys can often be found right inside the magazine itself, in the form of insert cards. Browse through some magazines that interest you and buy a copy. The deals inside on a subscription can often save you money.