Most car guys/gals know what a Shelby Cobra is. Even those that are not consumed with all things automotive know one when they see it. A “Lance Reventlow” owned Cobra? Well, that one’s not ringing a bell. I researched… more»
British Classic Cars
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Storage Unit Find: 4-Speed 1961 Jaguar MK2
It’s like a British smoking room on wheels! Jaguar advertising referred to the Mark II as, “Grace… Space… Pace”. This example is a bit forlorn looking on all three fronts but perhaps it can be resurrected. Let’s look it… more»
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First Year Bugeye: 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite
The Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite might not be a hard-edged sports car, but it makes up for its general lack of performance by being one of the most charismatic cars ever built. The owner of this 1958 Sprite found it… more»
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40 Years In Storage: 1952 MGTD
Though the MGTC was the first model MG exported to the US in any numbers, it was the follow-up MGTD that really ignited the American appetite for British roadsters. This example, located in Roseville, Michigan, is available here on… more»
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Unfinished Project: 1974 TVR 2500M
Unfinished projects can be a bit of a mixed bag. You can either get a deal on a car that’s had a good part of the work already completed, or you can wind up with a vehicle that’s been… more»
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Six-Cylinder! 1968 MGC GT
Well, I’ve heard of an MG MGC, but this is the first GT example that I have encountered. Pretty short-lived, the MGC sold in both roadster and coupe (GT) versions, like this example, and I’m thrilled to have this… more»
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One-Owner 1960 MGA 1600 Roadster
The MGA was MG’s replacement for the MG TF, a high-riding, classically styled car with separated fenders and big wire wheels. The MGA was a departure from the past and featured a long, low body with enclosed fenders and… more»
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Low Mile Survivor: 1973 Lotus Elan
Is the Miata too big and reliable for your taste? Would you prefer to have a toolbag with you at all times and get to know the stereotype of English engineering? Do you want to have better steering than… more»
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Big Valve Twincam: 1973 Lotus Europa
The Lotus Europa was introduced in 1966 with the end goal to make a cheap, simple, and relatively reliable mid-engined sports car for the masses. At the time, this was a wild and unrealistic goal, as most cars that… more»
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Famous Foxbat: 1960 Jaguar XK150 Shooting Brake
Europe is famous for many things, but they stand apart from their peers for the car community’s love of shooting brakes. You might call it a wagon, but in the case of a one-of-two Jaguar XK150 converted to an… more»
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Built for the USA: 1968 Triumph TR250
The TR250 was a derivative of the Triumph TR5 and built in England exclusively for the U.S. market. It essentially was a one-year car, produced in the overlapping years of 1967-68. It was done in response to pricing pressures… more»
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UK Market Car: 1969 Jensen Interceptor MK1
While most of the Jensen Interceptors we find stateside are the actual cars designated for U.S. sale, this barn find MK1 is an actual UK market vehicle, as its right hand drive steering configuration confirms. This is an early… more»
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The Infamous Wedge: 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda
When it comes to peak 80s zaniness, it doesn’t get much crazier than the Aston Martin Lagonda. A rolling technology nightmare, the Aston was created with all sorts of caution thrown to the wind in the interest of building… more»
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Ultra Rare Barn Find: 1973 Lotus Elan +2S 130/5
This is a 1973 Lotus Elan +2S 130/5, proudly wearing the original black and metal flake gold that marks it as a John Player Special. At 10:06 on the morning of the 5th of September, 2001, as it rested… more»
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A British Mystery: 1953 Bentley R-Type Saloon
Every barn find has a story and, sadly, many of them might never be fully told. The location of this 1953 Bentley R-Type Saloon’s steering wheel reveals that it was brought from overseas, likely England. The registration on its… more»
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Rare Options: 1976 Triumph TR6
It’s funny how some cars have no real impact on us, while others grab our attention from the moment that we first lay eyes on them. For me, the Triumph TR6 fits into the latter category. I can remember… more»
