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Car Magazine (UK Import) – March 1989
Honda Supercar, Mazda Roadster – Very Good Condition
This March 1989 UK-import issue of Car Magazine spotlights one of the most influential periods in late-1980s automotive journalism, featuring the rise of Japanese performance cars—including Honda’s groundbreaking new supercar and Mazda’s highly anticipated two-seater roadster. With industry forecasts, first looks, comparative tests, executive interviews, and strong editorial commentary, this issue captures the competitive energy of the global car market in 1989.
The magazine is in very good condition, with minor edge wear appropriate for its age. The item pictured is exactly the item you will receive. See photos for full condition details. Each issue includes a plastic protective covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents
5 — AGENDA
Three Japanese sports cars causing a stir (especially in Stuttgart), plus champions of impressive new baby cars from Japan.
6 — HEADLINES
Sightings of Peugeot’s 605, Ford’s troubled sports/coupe plans, a BMW Wide 19, and several unusual Nissans.
14 — NEWCOMERS
Volvo 480 Turbo – now stronger and finally living up to its name
Honda Accord – five-door Advance
Mazda 626 – Japan-only model
31 — COVER STORY
Arguments over rankings, disputes over treatment, the Top 10 list, and criticism of Porsche’s marketing strategy.
43 — FRONTLINE
Four on the floor.
55 — ORACLE
Five-year forecasts: French arrests, German hesitation, Fiat introspection, and reflections on Italy’s golden automotive era.
74 — JAPAN SHOWS EUROPE HOW TO BUILD SPORTS CARS
Behind the rise of the new Japanese coupes reclaiming past European glory.
86 — TARGET PORSCHE
Honda’s surprise new supercar.
91 — TWOS EATER
Mazda’s fantastic new two-seater.
94 — BACK ON TRACK IN BRITAIN
Nissan rediscovers the 240Z’s old magic.
98 — IN BRITAIN
Rover restructuring, Austin Rover retailers, and the 1988 UK sales results.
100 — FAST FEUD
Three Porsches battle through 50,000 miles across Britain.
108 — HONDA SHOGUN
Kevin Radley meets Tadashi Kume, Honda’s third president.
110 — HONDA LEGEND
A meeting of minds: Nobuhiko Kawamoto and LJK Setright.
114 — ARCH RIVALS
Rover’s new Montego challenges the Audi 80—styling, refinement, and the price gap.
126 — DETROIT SHOW: THE STARS ARE PARKED
Glamour at Detroit; only Toyota’s new Camry goes on sale this year.
130 — REVOLUTIONS
Setright on 10 automotive revolutions. Part Two: tiny-car revolution.
136 — INSIDE LINE
Champion drivers Suters and Hawthorn and their personal Highway Code.
138 — RINGS OF CONFIDENCE
Long-term Audi quattro test reveals “Vorsprung durch Technik” still has ground to cover.
144 — PRE-OWNED
Used and newer Porsches.
146 — BOXED
David Howard reviews older-market audio systems in supermarket cars.
151 — GOLF
Volkswagen’s upgraded and improved return of the Golf.
153 — SALES PITCH
The 20 best-selling cars of 1988.
164 — TECH
How computing technology reshaped Honda’s automotive vision.
168 — WORKING WITH CARS
High-tech inspiration from Peugeot’s Ryton plant.
A standout issue for collectors focusing on late-1980s performance car development, especially those interested in early coverage of the Honda NSX and Mazda MX-5 era.