“We see the number plate, chrome bumpers and tinted windscreen of this immaculate classic car.”

What is a classic car?

A classic car is one that is at least 20 years old. A car over 45 years old may be referred to as an antique car.

Car Parts – British English v American English:

British EnglishAmerican English
boottrunk
bonnethood
bumperfender
number platelicense plate
petrol tankgas tank
windscreenwindshield

More Related Expressions and Classic Car Vocabulary:

The classic car in the main photo is a Volkswagen Beetle. The Beetle is an extremely popular classic car, and because of its interesting shape you might see it referred to as a bug or ladybug!

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