British Classic Cars

Short Take: 1973 Triumph GT6

We only get one picture in the ad here on craigslist for this 1973 Triumph GT6 Mk. III. The seller doesn’t exactly tell us a lot in the description, either. However, if the rest of the car looks as… more»

EXCLUSIVE: 1973 Lotus Europa

Seller Description: 1973 Big Valve Twin Cam project. Engine is free but I have not tried to start it. Doors don’t sag, chrome is excellent, twin tanks, seems complete. Windshield is delaminated from body on drivers side, paint is… more»

Field Of Dreams: Massive South Dakota Auction

Barn Finds reader Brian K. spotted a massive auction happening over the next few days in South Dakota, with cars and trucks stretching from the 1920s to the 1990s. It’s hard to tell whether it’s a salvage yard or someone’s… more»

EXCLUSIVE: 1970 Lotus Europa Project

Seller Description: Needs restored, has been partially prepped for auto crossing. Comes with spare head for the Renualt engine. Has DCOE Weber carb, header & custom exhaust. 8″ wide rims with BFG tires. No engine cover, sorry. My girlfriend… more»

Cat Nap In The Barn: 1967 Jaguar E-Type

Wire wheels. Covered headlights. A real barn location. One of the longest bonnets (hoods) in history. The sleeping car you see in the picture above has all the makings of a great barn find! It’s listed for sale here on… more»

2 Times 6 = A Pair? Two 1976 TR6s For $2,150!

Yes, it’s your resident Triumph lover again, but even if you aren’t familiar with the cars, you’ll have to admit this is a deal for the backyard mechanic. This pair of 1976 TR6s is for sale in Englewood, Florida,… more»

Nice Summer Driver: 1953 MG TD

I’ve owned a few MGBs, and even an MGA, but the TD is still on my bucket list. A few years back I took a look at a very nice low-mileage TD that was all original, but didn’t make… more»

Get Me To The Church: 350-Equipped ’59 Jaguar

Finding a vintage Jaguar that doesn’t already have numerous mechanical faults due to finicky wiring and British engineering can be a chore. Fortunately, someone has already converted a classy 1959 Jaguar Mark IX to a much more reliable powerplant,… more»

EXCLUSIVE: 1965 Austin FX4 London Taxi

Seller Description: This London Taxi has been in the family for years. Was used as daily driver in D.C. by my father-in-law while he was launching USA Today. The car has a Volvo engine. It starts put could use a… more»

Off The Road Since 1985: 1971 TVR 2500

Reader Peter R. sent in this cool TVR 2500 find. It’s not as bad as it looks, as the seller has stashed the extremely expensive rear window and the windshield somewhere else for safe keeping. The car is listed… more»

Smaller Than A Mini: Austin J40 Roadster

Many classic British built cars are quite small, but the Austin J40 pedal car has the distinction of being the smallest self-propelled British car. J40 production began in 1950 where 32,098 units were built before production ended in 1971…. more»

Stored Since 2000: $500 1987 Jaguar XJ6

When a seller has a realistic sense of both the work required to bring a project back to life and the value of said project when it’s complete, it can result in a very fair deal for all parties…. more»

Before & After Possibility? 1950 MG TD

What’s this? An old T-Series MG that someone doesn’t have an unrealistic idea of what it’s worth? Cor blimey! (as my very British father used to say) This cool looking, somewhat tired find is in Bessemer, Alabama and is listed… more»

EXCLUSIVE: 1990 Jaguar XJS Convertible

Reader Michael H purchased this lovely Jaguar XJS Convertible about a year ago with plans of getting it cleaned up and back on the road, but sadly he has to let it go. He hasn’t ever even had the chance… more»

British Barn Find: MGB GT

There are barns, garages, and sheds, all around the world where rare and unique cars can remain hidden for years. Last driven in 1980, this MGB GT is a low mileage one owner Barn Find that is looking for… more»

Wooden Sports Car Survivor: 1963 Morgan Plus Four

Morgans are such interesting vehicles being primarily constructed with wood, and finding an original condition car that is solid is truly a rarity. Originally sold in Holland in 1963, this Morgan made it to New York state where it… more»

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