You never know when you might spot an interesting, rare or unique find! Well, Reader Andreas D spotted something at his job that he described as “not a barn find, but a rare car” and I have to agree… more»
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Rescue Racer: 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Race Car
Historic racing has grown enormously in popularity over the last decade or so, and potential owners are clamoring to get their hands on these cars to restore and enjoy. Our feature car is one such car. For sale here… more»
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Stored 20 Years: 1976 Triumph TR7
This 1976 Triumph TR7 recently emerged from 20 years of storage in the original owner’s care. The seller snagged the coupe with tons of paperwork, and says the car runs but will need some attention to the carbs. The… more»
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Stalled Restoration: 1969 Jaguar E-Type
Jaguar E-Types come out of hiding in staggering amounts. For all of the big-dollar sales and proverbial gasps when one is shown in dark lighting with dusty fenders, there sure seem to be a lot of them taking up… more»
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Imagination Needed: Jaguar XK 120 Project
On its introduction in 1948 as a showcase for Jaguar’s new XK engine at the London Motor Show, the XK 120 wowed audiences around the world. Everyone that was anyone wanted one of these beautiful new sports cars and… more»
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Post War Sports Car: 1949 MG TC
Barn Finds reader Bill C has been scouting around and found this wonderful MG TC for us to write about, so my thanks go to Bill C for that. This MG TC is listed for sale here on Craigslist…. more»
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Triumph or Adversity: 1974 Triumph TR6
The TR6 is my favorite of the Triumph TR series of sports cars. There’s just something about the styling that has attracted me to them since I was a teenager. Located in Fontana, California, this TR6 comes with a… more»
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Engine Not Included: 1979 Lotus Eclat
The seller proclaims this 1979 Lotus Eclat to be a “DOHC supercar” just before telling us the engine and transmission are not included in the sale. Apparently, it was purchased for the drivetrain, as the seller wasn’t actually interested… more»
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Tiger’s Little Brother: 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
A few weeks ago I wrote a story on a 1967 Sunbeam Tiger, so it seems fitting that today I have the opportunity to write about the car that the Tiger is descended from. Located in Sarasota, Florida and… more»
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Own A Scone: 1981 Triumph TR7 Convertible
A classy event calls for a classy car. A retro ride fit for a tea party could be this wedge-shaped, scone looking 1981 Triumph TR7 Convertible. Located in Chester, Maryland with an asking price of $6,500, you can buy… more»
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Daimlers In Distress: Daimler SP250 Package Deal
Daimler was one of England’s earliest builders of automobiles, having bought the British rights to the respected Daimler name from German pioneer Gottlieb Daimler. Pronounced (in the UK) DAME-ler instead of the German DIME-ler, they really aren’t well known… more»
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Taste Of Blighty: 1951 Riley Saloon
The British motor industry has produced some of the most iconic brands in world automotive history. Some of these have become household names such as Rolls Royce and Jaguar. Some have shone brightly before disappearing into the ether. Riley… more»
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The First Are The Purest: 1962 MG Midget
When Austin-Healey redesigned the Sprite, MG got a new Midget out of the deal. The Sprites were built at the MG plant in Abingdon, so adding the octagon badge and some additional chrome trim brought us the first Midget… more»
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Passion Project: 1976 Lotus Éclat/Sprint
A January, 1976 preview of the new line of Lotus sports and GT cars in Road & Track is largely concerned with the long-awaited Esprit, but drops in on the new 2+2 Éclat long enough to mention that the “name… more»
Reader Ad: 1983 TVR Tasmin
If you are new to Barn Finds, you may not recognize this TVR, but if you have been around here for a while you hopefully remember it! Justin H bought this Tasmin from us back in 2016. You can… more»
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Go Get ‘Em Tiger: 1967 Sunbeam Tiger
Located in Gardena, Ca and for sale here on eBay is a little classic that beautifully combines my love of British marques with my love for the American Ford V8. Possessing a clear title and a BIN of $82,000… more»
