You cannot say that sports car buyers had few options in the late sixties. It seems that sports cars were being imported to the United States from all over the globe. The British, who introduced their version of the… more»
British Classic Cars
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Stag On Steroids! 1971 Triumph Stag
Christmas Day two years ago, I wrote a post about a 1971 Chevrolet-powered Triumph Stag. I thought wow, what a unicorn! Well, sometimes lightning strikes twice because today, for your reviewing enjoyment, I have another, similarly outfitted example, to… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Small-Block Equipped: 1973 Triumph Stag
The Triumph Stag promised so much upon its release. Its stunning styling caught the buying public’s imagination, and the V8 under its hood seemed like the icing on the cake. Unfortunately, that engine also proved to be its Achilles… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
1 of 67 Made: 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
When it comes to luxury cars, the Rolls-Royce Corniche has long been synonymous with the ultimate in the drop-top experience. Obviously, any Rolls-Royce when new is at the top of the luxury car food chain, but the drop-top version… more»
Nov 27, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Pint-Sized Project: 1954 Nash Metropolitan
The Metropolitan was a subcompact car before there was technically such a thing. Designed by Nash Motors in Kenosha, Wisconsin, they were built by Austin in England from 1954 to 1961. The target audience was women and/or those families… more»
Nov 25, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
A Passing Resemblance: Jaguar XK120 Kit Car
When you stop to think about it, fiberglass changed the automotive world. From Corvettes to the plethora of kit cars sold from the fifties through today, this invention made a lot of dreams possible. In the kit car world,… more»
Nov 25, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
1 of 652: 1973 Jensen Interceptor 440 V8
The Jensen Interceptor was a grand touring car built by Jensen Motors in England between 1966 and 1976. In the U.S., it may have been considered a Chrysler product by some because 383 and 440 cubic inch Mopar V8s… more»
Nov 25, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
50k Original Miles: 1974 Jensen-Healey
One challenge potential buyers face when searching for a Jensen-Healey to park in their garage is locating one without rust issues. This 1974 example is a dry-climate survivor that has avoided that fate. It is as solid as the… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
1 of 2 in USA: 1990 TVR 400SE
When we think of TVR in the 1980s, it’s easy to think of exactly one word: the wedge. Starting in the early 80s, TVR seemed committed to building cars of a certain profile, and they deservedly earned a moniker… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Restore of Preserve? 1959 Triumph TR3A
The classic scene is extremely diverse, and almost any car will divide opinions. Some enthusiasts prefer genuine survivors, some like cool customs, while others find meticulously restored vehicles more appealing. That brings us to the 1959 Triumph TR3A. It… more»
Nov 23, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Wagon Conversion: 1983 Jaguar XJS Lynx Eventer
One of the more curious things about the convergence of money and cars is how the world’s elite really like to have companies build wagon versions of their favorite sports cars and coupes. Aston Martins, Porsches, Bentleys – there… more»
Nov 23, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Owned 32 Years! 1956 Jaguar Two-Point-Four
Shiny Carmen Red paint and bright chrome lead the way on this first-year 1956 Jaguar Two-Point-Four sedan. After 32 years with one owner, this cat is ready to pounce on new turf. Check out more pictures and details here… more»
Nov 22, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Low Mileage 1989 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE
This Lotus Esprit Turbo SE appears on these pages courtesy of Chuck Foster, who also found a rare Eclat for us – thanks, Chuck! Of course, the two cars could hardly be more different. The Eclat landed in the… more»
Nov 20, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Retro Roadster: Panther Lima Turbo
Before researching this tip sent over by T.J., I had never heard of Panther Westwinds and its predilection for creating retro-classic fiberglass roadsters. The company was founded in Britain in 1972 by Robert Jankel, who trained as an engineer…. more»
Nov 19, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
13 Year Slumber: 1965 MGB Roadster
This 1965 MGB Roadster offers a new owner a world of possibilities. After being recently revived following a thirteen-year slumber, it is a turnkey classic that offers immediate motoring enjoyment. Alternatively, it could be the foundation for a straightforward… more»
Nov 19, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Rare British Coupe: 1976 TVR 2500M
Are you looking for an alternative to an MGB or a TR6 – something you won’t see at every car show? A rare car with common mechanical components that will put its peers to shame on a track? Perhaps… more»
