John Tallodi

England, London, Sevenoaks

Journalist at Freelance

Magazine Editor at BMW Car Magazine

Managing Partner at ClassicCarPassion.com

Freelance journalist and certifiable car addict.

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Articles

The 550 Maranello Is The Cheapest V12 Ferrari You'd Actually Want To Own

1 week ago | carbuzz.com | John Tallodi

Despite their hallowed status, even Ferraris suffer from depreciation, especially the range-topping V12 models. Some drop enough to become tantalizingly close to being branded as affordable, although that term is as subjective as our choice of the cheapest V12 Ferrari we'd actually want to own.
You Won't Believe What People Are Paying For The Most Hardcore Honda S2000

1 week ago | carbuzz.com | John Tallodi

What turns an old car into a desirable classic? In some cases, it's a mix of nostalgia and speculation. Young car fans get to an age when they can turn their childhood bedroom supercar posters into a reality. Others may see values rising for a once-affordable model, and want to get in on the action.
You Can Get A Low-Mileage First-Gen Porsche Boxster For The Price Of A New Miata

2 weeks ago | carbuzz.com | John Tallodi

The first-generation Boxster has long been the go-to Porsche for enthusiasts on a budget. It offers a compelling package at a very affordable price, but recently, some models have ditched the 'affordable' tag and are now changing hands for serious sums.
How Much Money You'll Need To Fix A Cheap And Nasty V10 BMW M5

2 weeks ago | carbuzz.com | John Tallodi

There's a lot to love about the E60 generation BMW M5, but the core appeal of this four-door family sports car is its impressive V10 engine. This high-revving motor gave the M5 its beguiling character, and practically ensured it would be a future classic, even when new.
BMW's Most Striking Roadster Is Guaranteed To Make You Money In The Long Run

2 weeks ago | carbuzz.com | John Tallodi

Rarity, historical significance, and market trends are three of the most influential factors on the values of classic cars. And while some cars are born to become valuable classics, sometimes by design, there are a few that become sought-after because market conditions converge in a very favorable way.
The Performance Car Designed Specifically For Manual Shifter Lovers

2 weeks ago | carbuzz.com | John Tallodi

It's certainly great to see some auto manufacturers making a concerted effort to bring back – or at least hold onto – the manual transmission. Companies like BMW built their entire sporting image on cars fitted with engaging manual gearboxes, but advancing technology and the need for segment-beating acceleration figures have pushed the stick shift to the sidelines.
The 10 Most Iconic Naturally Aspirated Performance Engines Of The Last 25 Years

3 weeks ago | carbuzz.com | John Tallodi

To many hardcore car enthusiasts, naturally aspirated engines are the most important hallmark of a proper driver's car. The immediate lag-free throttle responses, unfiltered engine and exhaust notes, as well as the sky-high redlines of the very best naturally aspirated engines certainly add an extra layer of engagement that even the best turbo motors struggle to replicate.
This Undercover BMW M5 Only Costs $45,000

3 weeks ago | carbuzz.com | John Tallodi

BMW's M cars used to be the undisputed pinnacle in every segment in which they competed. If you wanted the best BMW model in your preferred BMW model range, the M was the one to get. But as each successive M car becomes faster and more complex, the ability to use all that tech and power becomes less and less possible.
The V10 Lamborghini That Inspired The Gallardo

3 weeks ago | carbuzz.com | John Tallodi

The Lamborghini automobile brand has been in existence for 62 years. In that time, it has gone through more ups and downs than the pistons in a million-mile Camry. It has survived some depressing lows that nearly ended its chances of becoming a well-run and profitable business, and enjoyed amazing highs with models like the Miura and Countach.
This Cheap Italian V8 Coupe Will Get You A Lot Of Attention

4 weeks ago | carbuzz.com | John Tallodi

The dream of owning a serious sports car, such as a Ferrari or Porsche, at some point in our lives is what keeps most of us gearheads motivated to go to work each morning. But for many, the dream remains just that. Sometimes, though, the stars align and a once-unattainable sports car drops in value long enough to make it a tantalizingly realistic ownership prospect.