The Lotus Elan is a sports car that seems to embody all the things that Britain wanted in the sixties: freedom, speed, fun, and a break from tradition. When the producers of The Avengers wanted to signify that Emma… more»
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UK Supercar! 1980 Lotus Esprit S2
Barn-bound for 30 years, this still futuristic-looking 1980 Lotus Esprit S2 seeks a new owner with the energy and resources to put this British-built supercar back on the road. The mid-engined, rear-wheel-drive two-seater gave drivers a nimble, handling-centric driving… more»
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First Model Year: 1969 Triumph TR6
This first-year model (1969) Triumph TR6 was purchased by the seller in 2010 with the intention of keeping it for life. Unfortunately, life and an upcoming move have gotten in the way, and after having a great deal of… more»
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28k Mile 1971 Jaguar E-Type Garage Find!
Once called “the most beautiful car in the world” by none other than Enzo Ferrari, over a production run spanning fourteen years, the Jaguar XKE cultivated a reputation of being the ultimate English sports car. Still today, the XKE… more»
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Mini Competitor? 1963 Sunbeam Imp Mark I
Between a Mini and this 1963 Sunbeam Imp Mark I, there’s no question which one I’d want. This one, no really! I like my vehicles on the quirky side whenever possible and a rear-engine rear-drive car with the name… more»
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Update: Not A Lotus, A Dutton!
UPDATE 9/17/21 from Jamie Palmer: This car has been listed again, this time here on craigslist in Baltimore, Maryland for an asking price of $3,500 and spotted by our frequent finder Chuck F. At one point in time I… more»
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Three-Wheeled Wonder! 1989 Reliant Rialto Estate
“Three points define a plane,” as we learned in Geometry class, and the three-wheeled Reliant Robin and its successor the Rialto prove this geometrical tenet lacks the stability normally expected in a motor car. Enthusiasts outside the U.K recognize… more»
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Double the Fun: A Pair of Triumph TR3As
Owning a classic roadster is something to which many aspire, but to have two on hand means one has graduated from enthusiast to collector. If ever you wanted to become a member of this particular club in one fell… more»
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Garage Find: 1969 Morgan 4/4 1600
There are few British automotive marques with more history than the Morgan Motor Company, and for many their offerings represent the pinnacle of tradition and craftsmanship. This 1969 Morgan 4/4 is located in Los Angeles, California, and is listed… more»
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Parked in 1986! 1966 Jaguar E-Type Coupe
For me, it would almost be a perfect dream. I can only imagine opening the doors on a barn and coming face-to-face with a 1966 Jaguar E-Type Coupe. That has been the good fortune for the current owner of… more»
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Huge 15 Cortina Stash Including Two Lotus Cortinas!
The Ford Cortina is a compact car built by Ford of Britain from 1962-82 and was the UK’s best-selling car during the 1970s. While all this was going on, there was also a performance version of the car built… more»
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Pre-Production 1980 Triumph TR8 Convertible With Only 73 Miles!
Sometimes you can wander aimlessly around the internet for hours without spotting anything worthwhile. However, there are times when that type of activity allows you to strike gold, and that’s how I felt when I chanced upon this 1980… more»
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Rare Six-Cylinder: 1969 MGC GT Project
The MGC was an extension of the British-built MGB and its claim to fame was that it used a six-cylinder engine instead of four to propel the sports car. Thus, the MGC was more powerful and could reportedly go… more»
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Stella! Bargain 1966 MGB Tourer
The sellers of this 1966 MGB named Stella have had her for 20 years but now have decided to pass her on to a new owner. They have listed her for sale here on craigslist in Ocean Park, Washington… more»
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Faux Patina! 1995 Jaguar XJS Convertible
The seller informs us that this 1995 Jaguar XJS was artificially aged for a movie role! Having been the owner of several XJSs I would argue they generally don’t need any help rusting, but the job at least looks… more»
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Estate Sale Stash: Austin-Healey, Jaguar, & Land Rover
Naturally, when a group of British car barn finds comes up for auction, I’m paying attention! These cars are all being auctioned off here by Golden Gavel Auctions in New Britain, Connecticut. Classics like this 1957 Austin Healey 100-6 are… more»
