The MG TD was the first model from the octagon marque that had the American market in mind. The preceding MG TC was an export success for MG, but American dealers suggested a few changes that would make it… more»
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British Pedal Power: 1973 Triumph Bicycle
Most British motorcycle and car fans and fanatics are like any others, they like to collect their brand no matter what the product is that wears their preferred name. This 1973 Triumph bicycle is cheap entry into the Triumph… more»
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E2A Replica: 1962 Jaguar E-Type
We’ve certainly seen plenty of recreations in the sports car world, and Jaguars are among the most frequently copied. But this 1962 E-Type appears to be a thoughtful concoction to pay homage to the iconic lightweight racecar, the E2A…. more»
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Diamond In The Rough? 1974 MGB
We all hope for that deal of a lifetime, and every once in a while it actually comes along. Is this “gem of an MGB” found here on craigslist the diamond that you have been looking for? Surely the… more»
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Safety Not So Fast: 1952 MG TD
When American servicemen ventured overseas to fight in World War II, they discovered something unexpected: sports cars. In America, there had been a few examples of vehicles that could fall under such a classification. Unfortunately, they were rather expensive… more»
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What Could Go Wrong: 1974 Lotus Elite Project
Lotus first applied the Elite name to an achingly pretty two-seat coupe that was produced from 1958 through 1963 and nice ones command high prices. In 1974, Lotus revived the Elite model name and placed it on a four-seat… more»
All Original Survivor: 1963 Jaguar E-Type Roadster
Reader Frank C is helping the owners of this Jaguar E-Type sell it. Since it’s a survivor, he thought his fellow readers might enjoy seeing it and that one of you might even want to buy it! While it… more»
Exclusive: 1958 Austin Healey 100-6
Update 7/27/2018 – We just heard from Jerry that the Austin Healey has sold and will be headed off to it’s new home soon! From 7/25/2018 – So this Austin Healey is going to be a massive project, as… more»
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Station Wagon Alternative: Land Rover Defender 110 County
There’s a robust market for importing the Land Rovers that never came stateside, typically the longer wheelbase models with a few extra doors attached. This 1988 Land Rover Defender is a four-door body with the County package option, and… more»
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Worth The Trip: 1967 Ford Cortina Wagon Project
The town and surrounding county of Orange, Virginia, home of James Madison’s Montpelier estate, is a bit off the beaten path—a ways north of Charlottesville, and considerably further southwest of Washington, DC—but should you ever find yourself there, I… more»
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One Year Import: 1980 Rover 3500SD
This V8-powered Rover 3500SD is one of just a few hundred sold on our shores as a U.S.-market model. The exposed headlights and larger bumpers are tell-tale signs that this is a one-year-only version as the car was quickly… more»
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Brave Project: 1963 Jaguar E-Type
It is said that fortune favors the brave, but are you brave enough to take on this 1963 Jaguar E-Type that’s listed here on Hemmings Motor News in Tampa, Florida? The seller states that the car has been off the road… more»
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Some Assembly Required: 1973 Triumph TR6
The most muscular of the “Golden Age” British sports cars, the TR6 brings back fond memories to many a baby boomer. Fortunately, over 90,000 were produced during it’s 8-year run. This example, located in beautiful Monterey, California and seen here… more»
Reader Ad: 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 BT7 Mk II
Taking on a frame off restoration can be a daunting task that takes years to complete, so it’s understandable that the owner of this Big Healey no longer has the engine to finish it. A ton of work has… more»
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Smiles Per Mile: 1963 Austin-Healey Sprite
Sure, this isn’t the hairy chested Austin-Healey 3000, but few cars deliver more smiles per mile than its little brother: the Sprite. In this case a 1963 Mark II listed in this Vermont craigslist ad with a $6,500 asking price. Manufactured… more»
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So Beautiful Yet So Different: 1936 Ford C10 Phaeton
There were many reasons why we broke away from England during the American Revolution. One of these was the land itself. America was so vast and geographically different than the home islands, that it is fair to say that… more»
