OUR VERDICT

Prices have gone a bit silly in France for verified examples of the rare Rally 1093 model, but Gordinis and regular Dauphines still represent good-value, usable classics – provided you keep on top of the rust bug. Restored cars aren’t as light as originals – they may not be as lively, either. Make sure repairs have been done properly.

FOR Great looking and surprisingly spacious; most parts are available and affordable

AGAINST Rampant rust from new destroyed Dauphine survival rates and still blights many today