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The iconic, original Volkswagen Beetle ceased production in 2003. In 2013, it will be the turn of the equally-iconic VW Type 2, which will bow out with 600 units of a special 'Kombi Last Edition'.

In 1998, Audi released the first version of their sporty TT coupe. In 2013, Audi are celebrating the production of 500,000 TTs with the release of a special, limited edition model - the Audi TTS Competition.

BMW has chosen the annual Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance to take the wraps off a new, high-performance concept - the 'Concept M4 Coupe'.

Ford has unveiled the next generation Mondeo at their big new product launch in Sydney this week. While outside the scope of JUST CARS, the all-new Mondeo has some interest, as it's likely to be the platform for Ford's future motorsport efforts in this country when production of the Falcon ends in 2016.

At their massive new model presentation in Sydney this week, Ford Australia confirmed that the iconic Ford Mustang will be officially imported - in right hand drive - with a likely local release date of 2016.

Chief engineer of Toyota's cult 86 sports car, Tetsuya Tada, has attracted a record gathering of the coupe's owners while visiting Australia last week.

The Mercedes-Benz 'Precious Metal Roadshow' kicks off in Brisbane today. The event, which showcase the latest Mercedes vehicles "under the dome", will also visit Sydney and Melbourne.

It's only been on the market for a little over a year, and it's very much a niche vehicle, but the 86 sports coupe has been a sales hit for Toyota locally, with more than 6,000 units delivered to the end of June, 2013.

Dick Johnson has released an autobiography that's a must-read for racing fans and those who support the underdog.

Following sneak previews in Germany in August, the next generation MINI will be revealed in its birthplace of the UK on November 18, the launch date scheduled to mark the 107th birthday of Alec Issigonis, creator of the original Mini.

On August 2, Ford USA launched 'Mustang Countdown', an online weekly video series that covers the history and future of America's favourite pony car ahead of its 50th Anniversary in 2014.

After barely a year in Australia, Opel announced it will cease local operations and commence the wind down of its dealer network immediately.

In May, Lamborghini celebrated its 50th Anniversary with a tour of Italy - the 'Grande Giro' - that saw 350 Lamborghinis take part. The Giro attracted a few Aussies, including JUST CARS advertiser, Mark Jansen of Oldtimer Australia, who shared his recollections on the event.

Jaguar's new F-TYPE; the first full-blooded Jaguar sports car to be launched for more than 50 years, made its Australian debut in Sydney this week ahead of the first local deliveries in mid-August.

Following the passing of Frederick Anthony Owen 'Tony' Gaze on July 29, aged 93, JUST CARS presents a brief review of Gaze's military and racing history, as well as his influence on motorsport, both here and abroad.

The latest addition to this October's Motorclassica auction conducted by Theodore Bruce is a rare Lamborghini Miura with recent 'international' history.

At Mecum's Santa Monica auction on July 26 - 27, a number of celebrity vehicles were on offer, including pickups and motorcycles formerly belonging to movie legend, Steve McQueen.

Subaru Australia are marking their 40th Anniversary year, and 20 years of the WRX with the launch of a special edition - the all-wheel-drive WRX RS40.

Tony Gaze, World War II Spitfire pilot, Australia's first Formula 1 race driver, and pivotal part of the founding of the Goodwood race circuit passed away on Monday, July 29.

Muscle cars old and new, restored and rusty, gathered together for the first ever 'Gasolene Muscle Car Expo' on July 12 - 14.

On July 26, Shelby American announced that 2013 will be the last year of availability for its limited-run series of Shelby GT350 muscle cars. While production of all other Shelby performance cars will continue, orders for the Mustang-based GT350 will not be taken after December 31, 2013.

Take a humble HQ Holden ute and do something with it. In the hands of Queenslander, Craig Rose, "something" doesn't come close to covering the sheer amount of time, money, effort and expertise that has gone into this build.

A glimpse of the MINI of tomorrow was seen at the 'MINI Design@Home' event in Germany this week, with visionary design and innovative ideas combined in the 'MINI Vision' concept.

Three Cadillacs from three pivotal years in the history of America's luxury carmaker - and all of 'em are in Perth. Throw in the Secretary of State for Illinois, a tattoo artist from San Diego, a touch of Chile and a big splash of "Blastolene" and you've got a unique combination!