Mark Quinlan
Editor-at-Large
Mark is Retro Rides’ international man of mystery. A passionate automotive journalist 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
This Lancia Fulvia Sport Zagato is about as rare as they come
You’ll no doubt be familiar with the iconic Lancia Fulvia, one of the Italian marque’s many successful rally-bred vehicles. Over...
Is matching your new car to your classic the next collector trend?
Recently, a number of high-end carmakers have been bigging-up their in-house restoration departments and bespoke new car services. Among the...
Try saying ‘Spezialanfertigung’ five times: the rowdy Mercedes-AMG CLE 646 is a collector-grade track weapon
You probably won’t be able to pronounce its name, but there’s no doubt the Mercedes‑AMG CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung will be...
Digital data proves RR Auctions top dog in Aussie collector car scene
Leading online auction site RR Auctions has risen to be number one in its segment just seven months after launching...
Italian Police add a new Lamborghini to the fleet, but it isn’t just for show
In years past, the police fleet patrolling Australian roads used to look a lot more exciting. From icons like the...
Aston Martin and Brough Superior reveal first road-legal motorcycle collaboration
As two historic British performance brands, Aston Martin and Brough Superior make a great deal of sense as collaborators. Already,...
Ford Australia commits to a performance-focused future
Ford Australia has long been known for delivering big on performance, from fast Falcons to the Mustang of today, and...
Jensen Interceptor set to return after 50 years as a supercharged V8 monster
One of the coolest names in automotive history, the Jensen Interceptor, is finally poised to make a return after 50...
This is why the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is a true collector’s item
Some American cars stand head and shoulders above their contemporaries, and the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is certainly a prime...
RR Auctions’ 2026 winter sales recap: driver’s cars dominate the mix
The Retro Rides team has picked out some of our favourite cars sold on RR Auctions during the winter months...