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THE year was 1983 and it was set to be an iconic one for superminis. The iconic Peugeot 205 was launched that year, as was the iconic Fiat Punto. There was another launch that year as well, though whether you’d call it an icon is a bit more debatable. One thing’s for sure, though: the [...]

THE BMW 5 Series has been with us for almost four decades, and shows no signs of waning. Rumored to be BMW’s most profitable model line, the current range is extensive, uses cutting-edge technology, and looks set to further sales which today stand at more than 5.5 million.  Why 5 Series, though? Quite simply, because it was [...]

THE VW Beetle is the daddy of sales legends. No other car can beat its staggering sales total – Ford’s Model T may have been a pioneering car, which put millions on the road, but the Beetle beat its production record way back in 1972.And had another 30-odd years to go after that! You may already know [...]

HONDA’S Civic is a stalwart of the innovative Japanese company’s model range – but even so, it’s still surprising to remember what a long-runner it is. Would you believe, it’s actually older than the Volkswagen Golf? Honda launched it back in 1972, making it the second-oldest Japanese car model line still running. Mind you, if [...]