SPOTTING A FUTURE CLASSIC

With the price of interesting old cars soaring, Richard Webber looks at some of the modern motors that could be the next big thing

These are tough times for car-lovers. Homogeny is the petrolhead’s kryptonite, and there’s a definite green glow coming from the new car listings as manufacturers look to toe the same line on tightening emissions and safety regulations.

There are exceptions, of course. But you can’t blame those of us who yearn for the variety, adventure and excitement of the good old days – no matter how mediocre they were in reality – by straying towards the affordable joys of the modern classic market. The resulting resurgence has pushed prices of once-overlooked models skyward. Here, we look at some of the biggest winners of recent years and try to pick out future gems.