Mark Quinlan
Mark is Retro Rides international man of mystery. He is a passionate automotive journalist specialising in classic cars. With a deep appreciation for classic design and engineering, he travels the world uncovering stories behind iconic vehicles. A historian at heart, Mark blends technical knowledge with storytelling, bringing the timeless allure of classic automobiles to life for his readers.
Latest articles
Celebrating 90 years of the Škoda Superb
The Škoda Superb may only be a relatively recent addition to the Australian automotive landscape, having first launched here in 2010, but 2025 marks 90 years since its debut in its homeland, then-Czechoslovakia.
Celebrating 75 years of the Volkswagen Bus
The iconic Volkswagen Bus has been moving people and goods worldwide since 1950. The success of the VW Bus is unique in automotive history, standing as a symbol of the ‘economic miracle’ that was post-WWII Germany, of the hippie movement, and to this day of reliability, freedom and adventure.
Legends: Meet the ‘Porsche of the East’, the Škoda 130 RS
Turning 50 this year, the Škoda 130 RS was a powerhouse in Czechoslovak motorsport during the 1970s and 1980s, winning numerous titles in both international rallying and circuit racing.
2025 Goodwood Revival set to celebrate a century of Alfa Romeo’s racing success
This year’s Goodwood Revival will bring together a collection of classic Alfa Romeo race cars to mark the centenary of the marque’s victory in the inaugural Manufacturer’s World Championship.
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This Maserati 3500GT restored by Touring Superleggera has a connection to the Dodge brothers
This impeccably-restored Maserati 3500GT displayed at Rétromobile in Paris has a connection to the Dodge brothers, founders of the famous US car company of the same name.
Mini to the max: 1974 Mini scales the world’s tallest volcano
This supercharged 1974 Mini scaled the world’s tallest volcano to momentarily become the highest car on the planet.
How a model car inspired the latest Bentley Speed Six Continuation Series build
This is how a childhood model car sparked a lifelong passion for Bentleys, culminating in one lucky owner recently taking delivery of this remarkable Speed Six Continuation Series.
Stunning 1964 Ferrari 250 LM Wins Prestigious Best of the Best Award
One of only 32 ever built, this rare 1964 Ferrari 250 LM’s combination of exceptional design, racing pedigree, and historical significance helped it prevail over nine of the past year’s top concours winners at the prestigious Peninsula Classics Best of the Best Award in Paris.
Retro Rides contributor Scott Newman facing cancer battle
Talented motoring journalist and Retro Rides contributor Scott Newman is undergoing cancer treatment, and we’re encouraging fans and supporters to assist by donating to his GoFundMe page.
Rolls-Royce Celebrates 100 Years of Phantom History in 2025
In 2025, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars marks the centenary of the launch of the first Phantom. Throughout its history, the Phantom nameplate has been reserved for the pinnacle model in the marque’s portfolio.