Max Power Magazine February 1998 Honda Civic Vauxhall Nova Escort SKU 1586

Max Power Magazine – February 1998 – 300bhp Honda Civic, Vauxhall Nova, Ford Escort Cosworth & Modified Cars Original February 1998 UK Edition | 1990s Car Tuning | Modified Hot Hatches | Classic Max Power An original February 1998 edition of Max Power Magazine, featuring a striking red 300bhp Honda Civic on the front cover, complete with white racing stripes and extensive performance and styling modifications. This issue captures the height of the British modified-car scene during the late 1990s, when Max Power was one of the country's most recognisable automotive tuning publications. Packed with period photographs, custom-car features, performance modifications, automotive entertainment and car audio coverage, this magazine offers a fascinating look at the vehicles, trends and tuning culture of 1998. Particularly appealing to enthusiasts of Japanese performance cars, modified Vauxhalls, Ford Cosworth models and classic 1990s automotive magazines. Front Cover – 300bhp Honda Civic The main front-cover feature is titled: DYNAMITE! – 300bhp Civic Explodes on Impact The cover features a heavily modified red Honda Civic hatchback, photographed from a dramatic elevated front three-quarter angle. The car has a particularly distinctive appearance, combining bright red paintwork with broad white racing stripes extending across the bonnet and front bumper. Visible Features of the Honda Civic Bright red exterior paintwork. Broad white racing stripes across the bonnet and front bumper. Deep custom front bumper with additional air intakes. Large black central front air opening. Custom mesh-style front grille. Colour-coded red door mirrors. Aftermarket alloy wheels with a polished silver appearance. Low-profile tyres. Lowered suspension stance. Side skirts and additional lower body styling. Rear roof spoiler. Dark window surrounds. Windscreen graphics advertising motorsport-related companies. Custom yellow front number plate displaying MAX. The overall appearance is typical of late-1990s Japanese performance-car modification, combining motorsport-inspired exterior styling with extensive aftermarket customisation. Inside the Cover Feature The photographed opening pages provide another large image of the Civic, this time showing the car from a lower frontal angle. This photograph provides a clearer view of its front grille, bumper construction, twin white bonnet stripes and aggressive lowered stance. The introductory caption explains that Stuart and Kenny P were involved with the 300bhp Honda Civic, which was fitted with distinctive racing stripes. The contents direct readers to page 6 for the main cover story. This is a particularly interesting period feature for Honda Civic enthusiasts and collectors of Japanese performance-car tuning memorabilia. Magazine Contents and Featured Cars The photographed contents pages identify an extensive selection of modified vehicles. Nissan 300ZX vs Vauxhall Calibra – Page 16 A feature comparing or showcasing two performance-oriented cars: the Nissan 300ZX and Vauxhall Calibra. Both models were popular choices among enthusiasts looking for performance, distinctive styling and aftermarket modification potential. Vauxhall Nova – Page 22 A modified 16-valve Vauxhall Nova fitted with an aftermarket Fibresports front end. The contents mention the car's suitability for an imagined Batmobile-style appearance. An interesting feature for Vauxhall Nova owners and collectors of late-1990s British hot-hatch modification history. Citroën Saxo – Page 34 A modified Citroën Saxo VTS featuring custom styling. The Saxo VTS became a familiar sight within the British tuning scene, and this article provides a period example of the model's growing popularity. Ford Escort Cosworth – Page 42 A highly modified Ford Escort Cosworth. The contents refer to a 300bhp Cossie, making this a notable feature for enthusiasts of turbocharged Ford performance cars. The photographed contents page also includes a blue Ford Escort Cosworth with aftermarket alloy wheels and a lowered stance. Peugeot 205 – Page 52 A modified Peugeot 205 feature. The Peugeot 205 was a prominent part of the British hot-hatch scene and remained a popular platform for modification throughout the 1990s. Lotus Carlton Replica – Page 58 An unusual feature involving a Lotus Carlton replica. The contents refer to an impressive power figure of approximately 247bhp. Of particular interest to Vauxhall and Lotus Carlton enthusiasts, especially those interested in replica builds and performance conversions. Vauxhall Astra – Page 68 A modified Vauxhall Astra feature. The contents emphasise the vehicle's appearance, suggesting a visually distinctive custom build. A red modified Astra with aftermarket wheels is pictured on the photographed contents pages. Peugeot 205 – Page 72 Another Peugeot 205 feature, providing additional coverage of the classic French hatchback. Project 2000 – Page 78 A continuing Max Power project-car feature. An interesting example of the magazine's ongoing coverage of ambitious automotive modification projects. Renault 5 Turbo – Page 82 A feature involving a Renault 5 Turbo / Renault 5 GT Turbo. The contents suggest a powerful modified example. A dark Renault 5 is pictured with large aftermarket alloy wheels and prominent exterior styling modifications. BMW Compact – Page 90 A modified BMW 3 Series Compact. The contents describe a distinctive build, reflecting the increasing popularity of modified BMW hatchbacks. Vauxhall Nova – Page 200 An additional Vauxhall Nova feature appears later in the magazine. This provides another example of the model's prominence within the British modified-car scene. Max Buying Power – Automotive Equipment and Advice The magazine also includes a dedicated section covering automotive products and consumer advice. Visible features include: Top Gear – Page 98 A selection of automotive equipment and consumer products. Micro Tests – Page 108 Short reviews and comparisons of automotive accessories. Power Surgery – Page 114 A performance and mechanical modification feature. Car Cleaning Guide – Page 124 Advice and products connected with vehicle appearance and maintenance. Mega Head Unit Guide – Page 136 A guide to aftermarket car stereo head units. This section is particularly interesting for enthusiasts of period ICE (in-car entertainment) equipment and classic 1990s car audio systems. Additional Magazine Features RAC Rally – Page 28 Coverage relating to rallying and motorsport. The contents mention Carlos Sainz, making this an interesting inclusion for fans of rally history. Essen Show – Page 48 Coverage of the Essen Motor Show, a major European automotive tuning and performance exhibition. The article provides a period perspective on international car modification trends. Cruise Patrol – Page 66 A feature exploring the British car cruising scene. The contents mention coastal roads, project cars and the magazine's characteristic humorous approach to automotive journalism. Max Power Lottery The contents also advertise the magazine's historical promotional lottery. This was a contemporary competition and is no longer valid. Front Cover Design and Additional Features The magazine has a distinctive red and orange front cover featuring oversized yellow MAX POWER lettering. A large photograph of the modified Honda Civic dominates the design. The cover includes a Max feature box advertising several additional vehicles: Ford Escort Cosworth. Vauxhall Nova. Peugeot. Vauxhall Calibra. Renault 5. BMW. Vauxhall Carlton. The front cover also prominently advertises a head unit guide, highlighting the importance of automotive audio equipment within 1990s tuning culture. A smaller photograph at the bottom shows a bright pink modified car with a large rear spoiler and aftermarket alloy wheels. The original promotional headline advertises the opportunity to win £20,000 of goodies and a car. This historical competition has expired. Rear Cover The photographed rear cover contains a full-page advertisement for Alpine car audio equipment. It features a group of people photographed around an in-car entertainment installation, with bold orange PLAY lettering. The advertisement is characteristic of the period, when aftermarket stereo systems and elaborate audio installations were an important part of modified-car culture. Original advertisements of this type add historical interest for collectors of 1990s automotive magazines. Publication Details Magazine: Max Power Issue Date: February 1998 Original UK Cover Price: £2.95 Country: United Kingdom Language: English Format: Printed automotive magazine Main Cover Car: Modified Honda Civic Main Cover Feature: Dynamite! – 300bhp Civic Explodes on Impact Other Featured Vehicles: Vauxhall Nova, Nissan 300ZX, Vauxhall Calibra, Ford Escort Cosworth, Citroën Saxo, Peugeot 205, Lotus Carlton Replica, Vauxhall Astra, Renault 5 Turbo and BMW Compact. Condition: Pre-owned vintage magazine SKU: 1586 Condition – Please Read Carefully This is an original February 1998 magazine, showing signs of previous ownership, storage and handling. The condition observations below are based on the supplied photographs. Front Cover The original cover is present and remains colourful. The main Honda Civic photograph and cover headlines are clearly visible. General surface rubbing and light scratches are present. Small marks and scuffs are visible across the glossy finish. Light creasing can be seen around the outer edges. There is noticeable handling wear around the spine. The upper-left corner and top edge show minor wear. The lower corners show some rubbing and light creasing. The right-hand edge shows visible wear around the barcode area. Small surface scratches and marks are visible across the lower portion of the cover. Spine The spine shows signs of previous handling. Light creases and rubbing are visible along its length. There is some wear around the upper and lower spine corners. The magazine appears to remain bound together in the photographs. Interior Pages The visible interior pages remain colourful and readable. The large Honda Civic feature photograph is clearly printed. The contents and article headings remain legible. Light creasing and handling marks are visible. Some page-edge wear is present. The lower corners show minor curling and creases. The inner pages have slight waviness consistent with previous use. No major tears are apparent on the photographed contents pages. Rear Cover The Alpine advertisement remains clearly visible. General surface marks and light rubbing can be seen. Some edge and spine wear is present. The rear cover appears to have minor handling creases. Overall Condition Good used vintage condition overall, with visible surface marks, light creasing, rubbing, corner wear and handling marks consistent with age. The magazine remains an attractive original copy, particularly for its colourful Honda Civic cover and selection of period modified-car features. Only selected interior pages have been photographed, so the condition and completeness of every page cannot be guaranteed. Please examine all supplied photographs carefully, as they form part of the item description and show the actual magazine you will receive. Important – Original Extras and Promotional Items This listing is for the magazine shown in the photographs only. Any original free gifts, stickers, supplements, promotional material, loose inserts or additional items that may originally have accompanied the magazine are no longer included unless clearly visible in the supplied photographs. Any historical competitions, giveaways or prize offers advertised within the magazine have expired. No competition prizes are included. Packaging and Delivery Your magazine will be carefully packed to help protect it during transit. UK Orders: Dispatched in a protective hardback envelope. International Orders: Dispatched in a sturdy cardboard mail-size box for additional protection. Ideal For Collectors Of Max Power magazine back issues. Original 1990s automotive magazines. Japanese performance cars. Honda Civic tuning and modifications. Vauxhall Nova and Vauxhall Calibra. Ford Escort Cosworth. Renault 5 GT Turbo. Peugeot 205. Citroën Saxo VTS. BMW Compact. Lotus Carlton replica projects. British modified-car and cruising culture. Vintage car audio equipment. ICE installations and aftermarket stereo systems. Period bodykits and alloy wheels. Retro hot-hatch memorabilia. An original February 1998 Max Power Magazine, featuring a striking 300bhp Honda Civic alongside an extensive selection of classic modified cars and tuning features from the late 1990s. You will receive the actual magazine pictured. SKU: 1586