[1] The original magazine was launched in May 2004 by former Practical Classics magazine staff members, Will Holman and Kevin Leaper, and took an expert DIY approach to its stated interest areas (above), covering topics in three distinct sections.

The magazine's last issue was published in August 2022, after which Blockhead Media ceased trading.

After an almost two year hiatus, Will Holman announced the magazine's comeback as a YouTube channel via a video message.

[2] The new channel states that it focuses "on classic cars that enthusiasts can (and do) build on their drive/garage/shed/living room floor, PPC is hosted by magazine founder and editor, Will Holman, and long-term contributor, Ben Allen.

The section also includes an opportunity for readers to submit their own technical project, which, if selected, will be featured in the magazine.