Finding an affordable classic British sports car project can be challenging, but this 1961 Austin-Healey 3000 BT7 could be a prime candidate. It looks pretty tired, but the fact the seller is offering it with No Reserve may prove… more»
Sports Cars
• For Sale • 9 Comments
Potential Bargain? Wire Wheel 1969 MGB GT
I knew very little about MGB’s GT until I got an extended ride in a friend’s 1967 edition a few years back. It was a 90-mile round trip that involved suburban and two-lane rural roads, as well as 70+… more»
• Auctions • 32 Comments
BF Auction: 1958 Austin-Healey “Bugeye” Sprite
Britain entered what became known as the “Age of Austerity” following World War II, with many items we now take for granted strictly rationed. One of these was fuel, with rationing finally ending in 1950. The country’s economy was… more»
• For Sale • 15 Comments
Backyard Exotic: 1974 Maserati Merak
While the Maserati Merak has historically been one of the more under-loved sports cars, it’s still a small tragedy to see one laid up like this. The listing has next to no information, but I suppose there isn’t much… more»
• For Sale • 9 Comments
Same Family Since ’86: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette
Hiding in this garage is a classic that many enthusiasts would give their right arm to own. You don’t need to go to such radical lengths, but submitting a bid could make the dream of owning this 1959 Corvette… more»
• For Sale • 22 Comments
Low-Mile Euro-Spec: 1975 Lancia Beta Montecarlo
These mid-engine Lancia Beta Montecarlos are better known—and command higher prices—in Europe than in the U.S. Here, they’re an oddity, but a rather attractive one. If you do cotton to a Montecarlo two-seater, this is a very good choice…. more»
• For Sale • 3 Comments
Rare Sports Car Project: 1955 Swallow Doretti
The intertwining of William Lyons, Swallow Sidecar, Swallow Coachbuilding, Tube Investments, and Jaguar gave us more than the sum of its parts in the form of sidecars, motorcycles, and sensational roadsters. But precisely how did these resolve into –… more»
• For Sale • 17 Comments
F1 Driver Fernando Alonso’s Ferrari Enzo
Enzo Anselmo Giuseppe Maria Ferrari was an Italian race car driver and founder of Ferrari. Throughout his life, Ferrari model names were drawn from various influences including places in Italy, engine specs, and racing. However, it wasn’t until fourteen… more»
• For Sale • 22 Comments
1968 Chevrolet Corvette 427 4-Speed
Some classics can be pretty surprising, which is true with this 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. It features one of the most desirable mechanical combinations offered by Chevrolet, and its enormous string of awards stands as a testament to its originality…. more»
• For Sale • 18 Comments
Rare Special Edition: 1983 Mazda RX-7
Special editions are a dime a dozen, but some limited offerings in the car world are worth paying attention when they show up for sale. This 1983 Mazda RX-7 is a prime example of this, as it is a… more»
• For Sale • 19 Comments
Best in the US? 1992 Acura NSX
Saying you own the best of anything that more than one example was made of is a lofty claim to make, but in an era where it’s hard to stand out for anything, big words are sometimes a necessity…. more»
• Auctions • 54 Comments
BF Auction: 1977 Chevrolet Corvette
Many enthusiasts spent years focusing on the chrome-bumper C3 Corvette models, ignoring later examples. That situation has changed as those people now recognize that these cars have much to offer potential buyers. This 1977 ‘Vette is a perfect example… more»
• For Sale • 10 Comments
Engine Not Included: 1981 Porsche 911
This is a strange one: this 1981 Porsche 911 Targa sports a few different modifications and was apparently set up with an upgraded 3.0L engine before the current owners decided to return the car back to a stock configuration… more»
• For Sale • 8 Comments
No Reserve 1974 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
There were 10 different colors and 3 engine options available for a buyer to select when ordering a 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. The person that ordered this car chose well. They picked Code 80 Corvette Orange with a black interior…. more»
• For Sale • 24 Comments
L-82 Convertible: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette
The third generation of the Corvette was the longest running iteration of America’s Sports Car spanning three decades (1968-1982). This example is a 1974 Corvette equipped with the performance version of the 350 cubic inch V8 engine. It is… more»
• For Sale • 24 Comments
No Reserve Survivor: 1985 Toyota Supra
The MK2 Toyota Supra is perhaps one of the best expressions of the company’s ability to make a compelling sports model, along with capturing the high points of 1980s design. The Supra today is a highly collectible model across… more»
