A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about a pair of rubber-bumper MGBs that were available as entry-level classics. Imagine my surprise this morning to find two of the more desirable (to most) chrome bumper models on eBay, both… more»
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One of 947: 1976 TVR 2500M
For many of us, there is a car that we may have never owned yet occupies a fond place in our collection of favorite vehicles. For whatever reason, memories come flooding back every time we spot one. The original… more»
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Sunburned: 1971 Mercury Capri GT
I blame Jesse for turning my mind back to British Fords with his recent post about the budget-friendly Ford Fiestas that were very briefly up for grabs. It reminded me of a salvage yard near me that has lots… more»
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Would You Pay $2,595 For This Stag?
Everyday we receive dozens of emails from our readers containing links to seemingly good deals. Some really are bargains and others… well, not so much. When Rich G sent in this 1972 Triumph Stag, I got a very excited… more»
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British Motoring Monday: 1958 Berkeley Project
The first time I ever saw a Berkeley it was hanging on the wall of a foreign car repair shop in Raleigh, NC. Turns out the shop owner had it and had run out of convenient storage places, wasn’t… more»
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British Motoring Monday: Entry Level MGB’s
We’re trying a new feature idea out for Barn Finds on Mondays where we examine some of the finer British cars out there. Today, we’re going to look at one of the most common and inexpensive ways to enter… more»
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Never Break Your Own Rules!
Now that I have lived in Boise, Idaho for a few months, I have finally settled in and can say I feel at home in the Tree City. However, over the past few weeks I have been missing my… more»
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To “B” Or Not To “B”: 1963 Triumph TR3B
Some of you have felt that the TR3’s posted lately on Barn Finds have been too far gone to be bothered with. I decided to see what was out there if one wanted to spend a little more money…. more»
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The Finest Around: 1980 Rover 3500 SD1
As past readers of the site may have guessed, I have a soft spot for unusual cars, especially British ones. Despite being unusual, the Rover 3500 deserved better in the US market. Brought over as the Jaguar-Rover-Triumph entity was… more»
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Kamm-Tail Project: 1974 Lotus Elite
Have any of you been bitten by the cheap project car bug? I’m sure you have. The symptoms are as follows: low purchase price, famous nameplate, potentially great handling, polarizing design, and finally, the belief you can correct all… more»
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A Pair Of Them: 1967 Sunbeam Alpines
When you look up “under appreciated British roadster” in the mythical automotive dictionary, I’m sure the Sunbeam Alpine (second generation) has to be right there. When new, Alpines offered more creature comforts, better rides, and arguably better styling then… more»
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Tire Kicking: 1976 MG Midget
This is a new feature idea that we would like to give a shot. We are going to go out and look at cars that are listed for sale here locally and give you our opinion of them. “Tire… more»
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1973 Land Rover For $1,450!
Things didn’t change much during the time that Land Rover built their Series I, II, and IIIs. Obviously small improvements were made along the way though so if you actually plan on driving yours, it might be a good… more»
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A Thousand Words: 1973 Triumph TR6
I’m sure you have heard the old saying a picture is worth a thousand words, but I have often wondered if that really is the case, especially with car listings. A photos sure can say a lot about a… more»
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Junkyard Jewel: 1969 MGC GT
We have discussed the dangers of buying a car through Copart before. They deal in salvage vehicles and they don’t provide much information, so it can be very risky. Still, every once in a while we run across something… more»
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Exotic Ruin: 1977 Lotus Esprit
It’s a sad day when a former exotic lies torn apart and broken in a dimly lit garage. Even if it comes from an era that wasn’t exactly a bright spot for performance automobiles, it always makes me cringe… more»
