Many of you know that one of my part time jobs is as an independent contractor for Leake Auctions. I drive vehicles for prep, placement, and on the block for bidding. Everything from classics to exotics, lifted to lowered,… more»
British Classic Cars
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Two for One: Jaguar XJS Coupe & Convertible
Finding a pair of projects is usually cause for alarm, as sellers tend not to let good cars go cheaply. But in this instance, I think there’s some fair value to be gained by taking on this Jaguar XJS… more»
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Classics In The Hedge: Yard Finds In Surrey
We reported a few weeks ago about an enthusiast in Michigan that was forced to clear out his collection of project and parts cars. This is not a phenomenon unique to the overzealous zoning boards found in U.S. municipalities,… more»
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Pre-HE + Euro-Spec Model: 1976 Jaguar XJS
This 1976 Jaguar XJS combines a few different letters of meaning for Jag enthusiasts, but the broadest way to classify it is as a European-market model packing a bit more power than its US counterparts. It’s also a right-hand… more»
BF EXCLUSIVE: 1967 Triumph T120
Triumph built some great motorcycles, but you don’t see many of their bikes here on American roads. This particular example was purchased by the seller back in 1978 while they were stationed in Scotland. It saw use in South… more»
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Carriage Trade: Engineless 1961 Bentley S2
No engine or transmission, you say? Hmmmmmm….Here’s a project to bring out our creativity! If money were no object, what would you do with an engineless 1961 Bentley S2? Money need not be an object to acquire it, either,… more»
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Not Our Project This Time: 1983 TVR Tasmin
You may remember the Barn Finds project 1983 TVR Tasmin that was featured in our pages back in March 2016. It was a cool car that was eventually passed on to a reader. While not in as nice shape, this… more»
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Distressed Beauty: 1965 Jaguar XK-E Convertible
Aside from its unique styling, a variety of film productions have made the Jaguar E-type the star of nearly any show. Though being offered in non-operation project form and with limited pictures, this 1965 Jaguar XK-E is already up… more»
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From Italy To Virginia: 1984 Land Rover Defender
If you’re like me, you’ve dreamed of bouncing along tree lined mountain trails in a classic Defender – but the recent prices of even the rustiest examples are scarier than their lack of safety accessories. Now, after spending its… more»
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Original Survivor: 1960 Austin Healey Sprite
It must make some people groan when they hear any car called cute, but, well, this bug-eyed face really is cartoon cute. The headlights on the prototype rotated up. Since the Bugeye was built to be cheap, the headlights on… more»
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No, Alex, You Can’t! 1970 Triumph GT6+
My son-in-law Alex loves Triumph GT6s, especially the early 1966 to 1970 “round tail” cars. Of those, while each year has it’s favorites, the later GT6+ is considered by many the ultimate GT6. This one is being auctioned here on… more»
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Tyrolite Green! 1957 MGA Survivor
Tyrolite, as I found out from this informative article, is a mineral that is found in the oxidized zones of copper deposits. Tyrolite Green happens to be the color of this largely original MGA, found for sale here on eBay, where… more»
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Show Days Are Over: 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk. III
This sad Austin-Healey is now a parts car at best, a long fall from the halcyon days of 1965 when it graced the marque’s stand at the Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany. History alone isn’t always enough to make… more»
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Running And Driving: 1953 Jaguar XK120 FHD
I’ve accepted the fact that I won’t ever be able to afford an XK120, but you can’t blame me for dreaming! To this day, I remember the first time I saw an XK120 as a kid. It was a… more»
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Alloy Bodied 1950 Jaguar XK120 Barn Find!
This is the kind of find many of us dream of. While you might not necessarily lust after a rare alloy bodied Jaguar XK120 drop head, this is such an interesting story that you can’t help but wish you… more»
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Reader Sighting: Jensen Interceptor In England
Spotted by Gary M in England. Does anyone think it can still be saved?
