So, how unconventional do you like your classic British machines? If you absolutely have to have the only one on your block– or, in this case, the only two– consider these early examples of the Chieftain tank. These running… more»
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Two for One: 1958 and 1959 Berkeley Roadsters
Now, you may have heard people say, “two cars, one price.” But have you ever heard, “two cars, one price, one garage space?” That’s what the seller of these two Berkeley roadsters is offering. The cars, a 1958 SE328… more»
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Forgotten Sports Car: 1974 TVR 2500M
As we all know by now, I will roll the dice willingly on very risky projects, often with limited time spent looking over the car in question. What can I say – we all have to live dangerously somehow,… more»
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30K Original Miles: 1983 TVR Tasmin
TVRs still intrigue me to a significant degree, owing to their humble workshop origins to the extensive use of the lovely Ford Cologne V6 engine. The wedge-shaped styling is hard to resist, too, but that’s a subjective choice. The… more»
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Modern Classic: 2012 Morgan Three-Wheeler
This little three-wheeler may not be something we’d normally feature but hear me out before clicking back. I don’t follow new-car news but Morgan just released something that really got me excited. A new and improved three-wheeler! That made… more»
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Easy Project? 1958 Triumph TR3A
The Triumph TR3 was a British sports car built between 1955-62. It succeeded the TR2 model with greater power and improved braking. The TR3A was a slight evolution to the TR3 but was never an official model. This ’58… more»
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Black Beauty: 1988 Lotus Esprit Turbo
When I was 14, most days I’d walk home from school. We lived just a little too close for bus service, which meant that it was just under two miles each way. But I always looked forward to the… more»
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No Reserve Exotica: 1988 Lotus Esprit SE
IT can be enormously tempting to buy a cheap exotic car, especially when values seem to be trending upwards no matter where you look. That’s certainly the case here with this project-grade 1988 Lotus Esprit SE that the seller… more»
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Parts Collection Included: 1948 Triumph 1800 Roadster
Owning a rare classic car can have many advantages, but there are a few potential drawbacks to consider. If that vehicle requires restoration, sourcing parts to complete the job can be difficult. This 1948 Triumph 1800 Roadster is certainly… more»
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Rotary Power! 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
The “Engine Goes Hmmm” has a new set of threads! Actually, it’s an old set of threads but it’s new to this most unusual of engine choices. This sharp-looking 1960 Sunbean Alpine is now sporting rotary power! Engine swaps… more»
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Rookie Year Ragtop: 1961 Triumph TR4
At the dawn of the 1960s there was no way to know of the massive social upheaval the close of the decade would bring– unless, perhaps, you traded in tea leaves and crystal balls for steel and rubber. As… more»
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Collection of Cars and Parts: 1974 Jensen-Healey
The Jensen-Healey was a 2-seat British luxury sports car built between 1972-76. Produced by Jensen Motors Ltd., it would be the company’s best-selling automobile at 10,500 copies. Not only does the seller have a running example of one, but… more»
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Right Hand Drive Version: 1966 Jaguar Mk II
I have from time to time, schlepped through Pull-A-Parts or You-Yank-It, or my favorite, Rusty Acres, but I can’t say that I have ever found an intact Jaguar, like this 1966 Mark II, banished to one. How does that… more»
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Same Family 40+ Years: 1974 Lotus Elite
Looking to move up-market, Lotus Cars produced the Lotus Elite between 1974-82. It was considerably larger than its predecessor, the Elan Plus 2, and had 4-passenger seating. The Elite had a fiberglass “shooting brake” body style with a big… more»
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Priced Right: Adorable 1967 Morris Minor
The question, “What’s in a name?” can be often applied to various automobile models such as the Morris Minor like this 1967 example. For an entirely new design, you’d think a name like Morris “Major” would be more apropos…. more»
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British Roadster: 1963 Triumph TR4
The TR series of roadsters was a big success for British manufacturer Triumph Motor Company, who produced this range of cars from 1953 all the way up through 1981. By the time the TR4 model rolled around in 1961,… more»
