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BF Exclusive: 1929 Mercedes Gazelle Replica

If you’ve ever admired the elegant styling of pre-war European roadsters but wanted something that’s easier to own and enjoy, this 1929 Mercedes Gazelle replica deserves a look. Offered as a Barn Finds Classified in Haverhill with a $5,999… more»

Barn Find V8 Roadster: 1980 Triumph TR8

For our British car fans out there, this barn find Triumph TR8 looks like it’s emerged mostly unscathed from years in a New Jersey garage. That’s rarely the case with vintage tin that’s been left to sit for years… more»

Prisoner Special Edition: 1994 Caterham Super 7

The Lotus/Caterham 7 is one of the most distinctive sports cars ever made, and certainly one of the most memorable in terms of the driving experience it provides. I’ve had my eye on these cars for some time now,… more»

Do You Like Purple? 1962 AMC Metropolitan

The Metropolitan was a British-built car destined largely for consumption in the U.S. It was commissioned by Nash Motors before their merger with Hudson in 1954. Nearly 95,000 copies were built over the years, with production ending in 1960…. more»

Flat Floor Find: 1962 Jaguar E-Type Roadster

There’s no question this is a valuable, desirable classic car: an early 1962 covered-headlight Series 1 Jaguar E-Type. It’s listed here on Facebook Marketplace in Everett, Washington, with $79,000 being asked. Before you write it off, let’s take a… more»

BF Auction: 1962 Jaguar Mark II 3.8 Saloon

Jaguar’s Mark II has long been admired for combining formal British elegance with genuine sporting ability. With graceful saloon styling, walnut interior trim, leather upholstery, and available 3.8-liter power, these cars offered a blend of luxury and performance that… more»

Fresh Out of Storage: 1992 TVR Griffith 4.3

This may be one of the coolest cars I’ve seen on Facebook Marketplace in some time. And while I have placed myself in project car purgatory for the time being, I would love to find the spare $20,000 necessary… more»

Sprint Engine Swap: 1971 Triumph 1500

While this car is advertised as a Triumph Dolomite, it was built using a completely different car – the economy-minded, front-wheel drive 1500. The body cues are similar, but the Dolomite was a rear-wheel drive dynamo, especially the “Sprint”… more»

No Reserve Roadster: 1973 Triumph TR6

For many years, the British roadster was the quintessential sports car. While a Mustang was the muscle car of choice for many, the variety of open-top sports models from Great Britain were the car of choice if you wanted… more»

Field Find: 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Roadster

This Sunbeam Alpine Series II is defying its original intent, growing into the ground rather than sailing over the roads. Those tires couldn’t be much flatter. If you’re in the mood to rescue a British roadster, find this Alpine… more»

52 Years Owned! 1972 Lotus Europa JPS

Typically, I’m disappointed with the quality of the Lotus Europas we find on the market — not this one! Thanks to frequent contributor Curvette for sending us this fine example of the first Lotus mid-engined street car. It’s listed… more»

Sporty Project: 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN6

Austin-Healey introduced the 100-6 in 1956, delivering several refinements over its predecessor, the four-cylinder 100. Fitted with BMC’s new C-series six-cylinder engine and sitting on an upgraded chassis, the 100-6 came in two variants: the BN4 four-seater made from… more»

Japanese Market Jag: 1992 Daimler XJ6

Here’s something you don’t see every day: a Japanese-market British sedan sold here as a Jaguar but labeled a Daimler in overseas markets. Confused yet? This is a survivor-grade 1992 Daimler XJ6, otherwise known as a Jaguar Vanden Plas…. more»

Wedge-tastic: 1985 TVR 280i

Rarely seen in the US anymore, the TVR 280i was produced from 1980 to 1987. It’s a member of the TVR “Wedge” series, which ran to 1991 and comprised several models, mostly distinguished by engine size. Only about 1167… more»

BF Classified: 1998 Jaguar XK8 Convertible

The current owner bought this 1998 Jaguar XK8 Convertible approximately five years ago. They purchased it from the third owner and have used it very sparingly for summer outings. It has a genuine 51,000 miles showing on its odometer… more»

MicroRacer: Late 1950s Berkeley Barn Find

Ok I’m kidding about the “racer” part. While several brave souls raced Berkeley cars, including Pat Moss (1958 Liège-Brescia-Liège Rally), mostly Berks preferred to throw their chains, overheat, slam their pistons around or simply refuse to ascend the Alps… more»