{"product_id":"max-power-magazine-october-1994-ferrari-f40-astra-gte-bmw-tuning-cars-1500","title":"Max Power Magazine October 1994 Ferrari F40 Astra GTE BMW Tuning Cars (1500)","description":"\u003cmain class=\"chat-app\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"side-nav-menu-button with-pill-ui\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOriginal \u003cstrong\u003eMax Power Magazine – October 1994\u003c\/strong\u003e, a very early issue from the magazine’s classic 1990s tuning era. This edition is heavily focused on modified performance cars, turbo conversions, ICE\/audio installations, motorsport and technical tuning, making it a strong period piece for collectors of Max Power, retro modified-car culture and 1990s performance motoring magazines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe dramatic front cover is dominated by a heavily modified red \u003cstrong\u003eFerrari F40\u003c\/strong\u003e, promoted as producing approximately \u003cstrong\u003e620bhp\u003c\/strong\u003e. The cover headline describes it as an extreme, high-powered feature car, while the opening contents spread gives the Ferrari prominent placement as the main cover story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eMain Cover Feature – Ferrari F40\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Ferrari F40 is the standout feature of the issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe contents page describes the car as an especially extreme example and references its huge \u003cstrong\u003e620bhp\u003c\/strong\u003e output. The photography shows the red F40 in motion, featuring its unmistakable wedge-shaped body, huge rear wing, wide stance and competition-inspired styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis makes the issue particularly attractive for collectors interested in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFerrari F40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1990s supercars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-performance tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModified exotica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetro performance-car journalism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eOther Featured Cars\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe photographed contents pages reveal a strong selection of modified cars and tuning features, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAstra Turbo \/ Vauxhall Astra GTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW 5 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e280bhp BMW Compact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord Fiesta van\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRenault 5 Turbo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord Capri Turbo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeugeot 205 GTI 16V\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMTX audio demonstration van\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders’ modified cars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional custom and tuned vehicles throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOne particularly striking feature is the bright red \u003cstrong\u003eAstra GTE\u003c\/strong\u003e, presented with an elaborate audio installation and promoted on the front cover as producing around \u003cstrong\u003e300bhp\u003c\/strong\u003e with a substantial \u003cstrong\u003e2000W ICE system\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe contents imagery also shows a heavily modified BMW photographed in action, reinforcing the strong early-1990s European tuning feel of the issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eMotorsport \u0026amp; Technical Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe photographed contents show plenty of technical and motorsport material, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBTCC coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVectra \/ Max Power motorsport feature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProject Wild Thing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Surgery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eICE technical information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCar audio installation guidance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrous-related information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurbo and performance modifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspension information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerformance specifications and modification guides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe cover also advertises a \u003cstrong\u003eSuspension Mega Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding further value for readers interested in the practical tuning side of the magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eICE \/ Car Audio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAs expected from this period of Max Power, ICE is a major theme. The magazine includes substantial coverage of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-powered in-car audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmplifiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eICE-equipped feature cars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio installation advice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompetition-style sound systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Astra and van features shown in the contents give a good example of the extravagant audio builds that became synonymous with Max Power during the 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eIssue Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Max Power\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 1994\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCover Price:\u003c\/strong\u003e £2.20\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Cover Car:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ferrari F40\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Themes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modified Cars \/ Tuning \/ Performance \/ ICE \/ Motorsport\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1500\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-owned vintage condition with clear age and handling wear.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eVisible from the supplied photographs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront cover has noticeable surface rubbing and scratching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral marks and handling wear across the cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge wear is visible around most sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorners show rubbing, creasing and softening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower-right front corner has a \u003cstrong\u003epronounced crease \/ folded area\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower front edge shows wear and small creases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine shows rubbing and age-related wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagazine has some general waviness and curvature from storage\/use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal pages show light yellowing consistent with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePage edges show minor handling wear and occasional creasing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear cover has noticeable rubbing, scratches and surface marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear spine area shows heavier wear with small splits\/abrasion visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottom rear edge has additional rubbing and small tears\/creases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinding appears generally intact in the photographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo obvious handwritten notes are visible in the photographed areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOverall this is a \u003cstrong\u003ewell-used but still very collectable early Max Power issue\u003c\/strong\u003e, with notable cosmetic wear but strong, colourful contents and an excellent Ferrari F40 cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePlease study all supplied photographs carefully as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU: 1500\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e","brand":"Max Power Magazine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54954697359699,"sku":"1500-03-15092026","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/6393\/0707\/files\/IMG_20260915_181903.jpg?v=1789502763","url":"https:\/\/ladsmags.co.uk\/products\/max-power-magazine-october-1994-ferrari-f40-astra-gte-bmw-tuning-cars-1500","provider":"Magazine Trader LTD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}