One Off Kit Car? 1969 Triumph

We’re told this is a one-of-a-kind sports car, something that would usually be thought of as a kit. But it may have been custom-built by its original owner. The car is part Triumph, part Volkswagen, and the rest from… more»

This Austin-Healey Mark II 3000 Is A Solid Driver

Frankly, when buying a new-to-you old car, longtime ownership is a very good thing. Beware the quick flippers! This Austin-Healey 3000 Mark II BJ7, first registered in 1964, has been in the current custodian’s custody since 2005, and it’s… more»

Garaged 30 Years: 1962 Triumph TR3B

Triumph TR3s are no stranger to Barn Finds but they are to me as I have covered 4s, 6s, and 7s but I don’t believe that I have eyeballed a 3. This 1962 example is referenced as a garage… more»

Many New Parts: 1959 MG MGA Roadster

One of the most significant challenges an owner can face when purchasing a project car is determining what parts they will require to return their new toy to its pristine best. The person who buys this 1959 MGA will… more»

Modern Classic: 1993 Land Rover Range Rover

Despite a fairly nefarious reputation for being costly to maintain, there are legions of Range Rover Classic fans out there that adore these old squarebodies. The “Classic” nomenclature is fitting considering the design was largely static going on 15… more»

Original And Complete! 1974 Triumph TR6

Along with the Sunbeam Alpine/Tiger, the TR6 is one of my favorite sportscars. We’re talking just skin deep here because I’m only considering the design and appearance.  Yeah, I know, pretty weak for a car guy but like many,… more»

Rust Free Garage Find: 1971 Jaguar E-Type

This 1971 Jaguar E-Type features the desirable combination of a V12 with a manual gearbox, along with supposedly being rust-free. The seller was staying in a rented vacation home next door when he happened to speak with the prior… more»

Rarely Seen Roadster: 1991 Lotus Elan M100

Here’s a car plenty of us remember but don’t see much of anymore: the 1991 Lotus Elan M100. This modern classic roadster epitomized the lightweight recipe Colin Chapman made a priority on the earliest Lotus road cars, but with… more»

Mr. Hewlett’s 1966 Jaguar S-Type 3.4

Here’s a straightforward offering. It’s a San Mateo, California-based 1966 Jaguar S-Type saloon (sedan) here on Craigslist with the typical California rust-free body, interior havoc, and perished seals. So far so normal, but this S-Type (a variant of the… more»

Barn Bound 40 Years: 1952 Sunbeam Talbot Mk IIA

While Sunbeam Alpines and Tigers make regular appearances on Barn Finds, the Talbot model is rarely covered. As a matter of fact, the last time an Alpine post was published was in June of 2021 when I covered a… more»

Rarely Seen Today: 1991 Sterling 827 SL

Austin Rover Cars of North America (rolls right off the tongue, eh?) which would later evolve into Sterling Motor Cars, made this line of cars that we rarely if ever see anymore for sale let alone seeing them in… more»

Low Mile Wedge: 1985 TVR 280i

Of all the “wedge” shaped cars to come out of Britain, the TVR 280i (or Tasmin) is my favorite. It’s the perfect balance of odd shapes and comes across as being something truly exotic. I might also be a… more»

For Parts or Restoration: 1954 MG TD

The MG T-Type is a series of body-on-frame 2-seat open sports cars that were produced by MG from 1936 to 1955. During this time, there were many iterations of the same car, including the MG TD which we think… more»

English Woodie! 1950 Austin A-70 Countryman

U.S. carmakers didn’t have the market to themselves for wood-bodied station wagons after World War II. British manufacturers like Austin got into the act, too, with a small wagon built on the A-70 Countryman platform. They have an unusual… more»

Model Year Unknown: 1939-55 Singer 9 Roadster

The Singer 9 Roadster got part of its name from its horsepower rating (9 or nine). It was a 2/4 sports touring automobile built by British car manufacturer Singer from 1939-55. There were four iterations of the little car… more»

Rare Ashley Hardtop: 1968 MGB

It’s amazing what a difference a hardtop can make on a convertible. OEM hardtops are among some of the most desirable factory accessories you can add to a drop-top and can also add a good deal of value to… more»

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