While some wouldn’t classify Ron D’s car hoard as a collection, chances are he wouldn’t quite agree with them. He’s been buying interesting cars since he was 21 years old. Most of his cars are currently sitting out on… more»
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Metal Dash Bargain: 1966 MGB
MGBs can be great summer drivers. They are robust, cheap, and fun to drive! Think vintage Miata. Well, they may not be as reliable as a Miata, but I daily drove one for a while and never had any… more»
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The Right Kind Of IRS: 1967 Triumph TR4A
The acronym IRS doesn’t usually conjure positive thoughts and feelings, but in this case it’s actually a good thing. This Triumph TR4A is equipped with the independent rear suspension or IRS. It was discovered in a barn with a… more»
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It Will Buff Out: 1979 Triumph TR7 Drophead
What’s orange on the outside and blue on the inside? Well, this TR7 listed on eBay is, unless, of course, it’s really red. It’s claimed to have only 17,531 miles and is located in Salem, Oregon. (Anyone who believes this… more»
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Desert Stored: Fire Victim 1968 Aston Martin DBS
How badly do you want to own an Aston Martin DBS project? You’d have to either have a line on the necessary spares to restore this one or otherwise have a plan for a restomod build. Said to have… more»
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Surrendered Cat: 1986 Jaguar XJ6 Vanden Plas
The auction for this pretty 1986 Jaguar XJ6 Vanden Plas ends in a few hours, and bidding is up to just under $300. That’s because this classic sedan is listed by one of my preferred donated vehicle sellers, as… more»
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Idaho Barn Find: 1967 Jaguar 420
After snoozing in an Idaho barn for 20 years, this 1967 Jaguar 420 sedan seeks a new owner here on eBay. This right-hand drive classic presents a daunting restoration effort and may well constitute a collection of conveniently-attached parts…. more»
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1932 MG J2 Discovered By Archaeologists!
We’ve often talked about how discovering a barn find is like uncovering a little bit of history or in some ways it’s like being an automotive archaeologist of sorts. Well, in the case of this 1932 MG J2 it… more»
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English Prewar Convertible: 1939 Austin 8 Tourer
No matter what type of cars you like and follow, there always seems to be interesting and unique machines that pop up out of the woodwork. 1939 was the first year for the Austin 8 but was also the… more»
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Lost to the Jungle: 1965 Triumph Herald
Perhaps best known for its stint as a sailboat in an old Top Gear episode, the Triumph Herald is rarely seen today in project form. A quick check of craigslist reveals some recently deleted ads and one decent driver, but… more»
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Labor, Schmabor: 1984 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Where’s Driver today? What, a holiday? Oh, bother. Labor Day? Ridiculous! All the labor I do, creating jobs and trickling down and what have you, and now I have to drive myself? Oh well, let’s do pop out and pick up… more»
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Barn Find Racer: 1930 MG M
Have you been looking for a British car or a car with documented racing history? If so, this 1930 MG M, for sale here on Hemmings in Hutto, Texas may be the car for you. With an asking price… more»
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Black Widow: 1980 TR7 Spider For $900!
Black widow bites are much more unusual than you’d think. So are folks that are “bitten” by the Triumph TR7. Much maligned both during it’s time and since, in reality by the time the TR7 exited in 1982 it… more»
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In Need of Healeying: 1958 Austin Healey Sprite
There are certain cars that draw a crowd no matter where you are, and the Austin Healey “bugeye” Sprite is one of them. Cars like these get smiles and waves on a daily basis, even from “non-car” people. This… more»
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Government Auction: 1976 Austin Mini 1000
Government auction cars rarely look like this 1976 Austin Mini 1000. Normally a better venue for a low-buck Chevy Celebrity that looks like it was mauled by a hungry bear, these sites rarely offer classic cars. Kudos to the… more»
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Less Dirt, Please: 1964 Jaguar E-Type
My title may seem antithetical to the spirit of this site, but here is, in all likelihood, a very special car that is being done no favors by its seller. A highly desirable Series I 3.8-liter Jaguar E-Type, simply… more»
