Classic American

Classic American magazine featuring Classic American muscle and Classic American styling. Each month packed full of restoration stories, news from the Classic American scene, hundreds of classifieds, readers letters and rides. So don't miss out, immerse yourself each month in a little part of the American Dream. Subscribe to the digital edition today - and enjoy savings on RRP of over 70% - Instant delivery worldwide. Never miss an issue.

Classic American

Touch of luxury

PLUGS & LEADS • Got a news story you’d like to share? Email: paul.guinness@kelsey.co.uk

CAR of the YEAR

ACROSS THE POND • Huw Evans offers his latest update on the American auto scene in the USA

King of the COUPES • What makes the ideal choice for someone who’s never before owned an American classic? In the case of Paul Ross, it’s a gargantuan ’68 Cadillac with a 472cu.in V8 under its hood…

Market Watch • Tempting buys and the latest auction results from around the world

GOING THE DISTANCE • Originally ordered by Henry Ford II for a planned UK vacation, this stunning Mustang Convertible has led an interesting career. We discover more of the car’s extraordinary history via its current custodian

TREASURE HUNTING • For many enthusiasts, the Carlisle Swap Meet is almost a pilgrimage site, a place to track down otherwise impossible-to-find parts. We pay a visit to this small Pennsylvanian town to find out more

Luxury LIMOUSINE • While Cadillac achieved pre-war success in the luxury market, Packard offered less predictable alternatives. To understand their appeal, we experience a rare 1938 Super Eight Touring Limousine

EVENTS & CRUISES • Organising an event? For a free listing, email us at: paul.guinness@kelsey.co.uk

THE GREAT DESIGNERS: BILL MITCHELL • We pay tribute to Bill Mitchell, the big man at the biggest of Detroit’s Big Three – and a force of nature who shaped some of the greatest American cars ever to turn a wheel

YOUR SHOUT • Have your say! Email the editor direct at: paul.guinness@kelsey.co.uk

Seeing RED • If you’re investing countless hours – and much cash – into the restoration of a ’68 GTO, why not also upgrade it to Ram Air II spec? It was an obvious decision in this particular instance…

CHRYSLERS AT BROOKLANDS • The PR Officer of the Mopar Muscle Association guides us through the recent Chryslers at Brooklands event – a day that proved as successful as ever

AMERICAN SUPER STOCK 2026: ROUNDS 3 & 4 • Our second report of the 2026 American Super Stock season reveals a fascinating mix of results, with excellent displays from relative newcomers

DISCOVERIES • Will Shiers uncovers more classic wrecks and junkyard jewels across the USA

SCALE AUTOS • Richard Coney reviews more of the latest launches from the model world

BOOK REVIEWS • Paul Guinness catches up on the latest essential reads for American auto enthusiasts

PERIOD PROMOS • Yesterday’s classic ads and brochures from the US auto industry

Mc CANN’S AUTOS • Random views from racer, collector and inept wrencher, Richard McCann