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Murray Walker – The story behind the voice of F1
“It wasn’t work” exclaims Murray Walker, whilst telling the tale of his extraordinary life. This captivating piece peers into the life of famous Formula 1 commentator Murray Walker, who for many fans...
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Lotus 38 – 1965 Indy 500 Winner – Photo of the Day
Jim Clark’s 1965 Lotus 38 IndyCar chariot in all its glory. In 1965 Jim Clark became the only man in history to win the Indy 500 in the same year that he would be Formula 1 World Champion. This Lotus...
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Lotus Cortina – The 1964 Sebring 3 Hour
Jim Clark and Dan Gurney are Lotus Cortina ‘Davids’ amongst a field of Goliaths. This awesome video by English Ford Line has everything – A traditional Le Mans start, classic period commentary and a...
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Leadfoot Festival – The best driveway in the world
What would you do if your driveway was a hillclimb track just waiting to happen? Rod Millen’s answer is the Leadfoot Festival. Opening Image: Speedhunters Grab a hold of your seat and take a look at...
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Dick Johnson – Another awesome retro livery
Dick Johnson’s awesome throwback liveries are right up our alley. This one is a cracker. Image credit: Speedcafe We’ve well and truly gotten used to Dick Johnson’s classic Bathurst liveries, and they...
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BMW M1 of a Kind: 1980 BMW M1 AHG Studie
Images courtesy RM Auctions One of just ten cars built by German BMW dealer AHG, this ’80 BMW M1 is a stunning example of the most exotic road car BMW ever built. BMW, with a little help from...
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Silverstone Classic 2014 – Formula 1 Parade
They may not be racing in anger. But have you ever seen such a beautiful field of Formula 1 racing machines on the track at once? This is the Silverstone Classic 2014. For us, it is the running...
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MSR Shop T-Shirt of the Week: LM GT40
Image: the Motorsport Retro Store The best things in life are simple. This t-shirt gets it right, focusing on the sleek, powerful and gorgeous profile of Ford’s epic GT40, and not letting anything...
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Lotus Exige S – On Track with a Chassis from the Gods
Professional driver of cars and talker of words Chris Harris thinks the new Exige S may be the best Lotus ever, and we think he may be right! Chris Harris has more than his fair share of fun in this...
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Dario Franchitti drives Jim Clark Lotus-Ford at Indy
Three time Indy 500 Champion Dario Franchitti slips behind the wheel of his hero’s champion Lotus-Ford 38/1. Dario Franchitti isn’t too proud to admit just how much he admires two-time Formula 1 World...
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Nigel Mansell – Most memorable Formula 1 moments
There are few Formula 1 greats who have polarised opinion like Nigel Mansell. Love him or loathe him, there is one undeniable fact about the mustachioed Englishman: he was thrilling to watch. Story:...
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Isle of Man – Flat out in a WRX STi
Even in a modern car such as the WRX STi with current safety measures, the Isle of Man TT is terrifying. Here’s proof. Take a look at this thrilling video brought to you via Subaru, shot in the Isle of...
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Introducing Motorsport Retro Premium
Rich Fowler (enthusiast, founder and editor of Motorsport Retro) explains Motorsport Retro Premium. In 2008 I started Motorsport Retro as a hobby because I couldn’t find one place showcasing all the...
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Twenty Questions with Sportscar Racing Legend Brian Redman
Image: Rainer W. Schlegelmilch thanks to the Brian Redman Collection Brian Redman is a legend of motorsport, with a multi-disciplinary talent that he put to work through the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s...
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1989 Mexican Grand Prix – Senna, Mansell, Berger, Prost – Photo of the Day
Ayrton Senna, Nigel Mansell, Gerhard Berger and Alain Prost at the 1989 Mexican Grand Prix. What a fantastic photo! Shot at the 1989 Mexican Grand Prix, which was won by Ayrton Senna on the 28th of...
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These Retro Motorcross Jerseys from Deus are Dope
Image: Deus Ex Machina With the days getting longer and warmer we can feel Spring on the horizon here in Australia, and Deus Ex Machina have marked the occasion with a new line of retro-styled...
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David Coulthard – His story (video)
David Coulthard spent 15 seasons racing in F1, and during that time he won 13 Grands Prix. Now, he opens up and tells us his story. It’s no surprise that after all he’s seen and done, David Coulthard...
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1963 Lola Mk 6 GT – For Sale
Image: Robin Adams thanks to RM Auctions This recently restored 1963 Lola Mk 6 GT is the last of just three cars. In its prime it was driven by Augie Pabst and Walt Hansgen and won the 1963 Nassau...
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Rally Monster – MG Metro 6R4
At the start of the 1980s, Austin Rover reached a crossroads in its efforts to take on its chief rivals – notably Audi, Ford and Opel – in the increasingly competitive world rally championship. Despite...
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Split-second decision making at the Isle of Man
Michael Dunlop and Guy Martin go toe-to-toe at the 2014 Isle of Man TT. When the technology of on-bike digital video cameras and the craziness of Isle of Man collide, the result is always spectacular....
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