We met Sydney Allard not long ago in these pages to discuss the swanky and refined Palm Beach model. The K2 “touring roadster” presented here is on the opposite end of the spectrum: made to pound the ground. Every… more»
British Classic Cars
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Solid Project: 1976 Triumph TR7
The Triumph TR7 divides opinions. Some people appreciate the bold styling, while others feel cold. If you fall into the first category, you may be drawn to this 1976 example. It requires restoration, but it is a complete vehicle… more»
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One of One: 1988 TVR “White Elephant” Prototype
Some cars write their own stories. This TVR prototype could fill a book. Crafted in 1988 as a precursor to TVR’s 1990s evolution, the production version never hit the ground; TVR instead shed the wedge idiom in favor of… more»
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Drive and Restore: No Reserve 1967 Sunbeam Alpine
Regular readers have probably realized that I have a bit of a soft spot for classic British sports cars. They represent an attempt by manufacturers to combine some basic mechanical components from the company’s Parts Bin to produce cars… more»
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Abandoned Restoration: 1967 MGB Roadster
Ten years ago, this 1967 MGB roadster was well on its way to a complete restoration after an engine rebuild, new interior, and numerous mechanical upgrades. Then the owner took ill, and a friend acquired the car. Consequently, for… more»
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Show Car: 1972 Rolls-Royce Corniche
Describing any unrestored classic as a show car is bold, but the seller listing this 1972 Rolls-Royce Corniche adopts that strategy. It certainly presents exceptionally well, from its beautiful paint to its spotless interior. The seller has invested a… more»
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Rare Import: 1967 Triumph 2000 Estate Wagon Project
Classic British cars appear at American shows from time to time, but certain models remain extremely uncommon on this side of the Atlantic. This 1967 Triumph 2000 Estate Wagon is one of those unusual sightings. Currently listed on eBay… more»
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40-Year Storage: 1959 Triumph TR3
This 1959 Triumph TR3 proves that there are still wonderful classics hidden in barns and sheds, waiting for liberation and a chance to return to our roads. It spent forty years in storage, recently emerging into the light of… more»
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Chevy Engine Transplant: 1953 Allard “Palm Beach”
Allard Motor Works was founded immediately after WWII by Sydney Allard, son of a Ford dealer in Britain. Allard had already built racing specials, but his production car efforts were aimed at America. The radical-looking J1 and J2 were… more»
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$10K Engine-Out Service: 1989 Lotus Esprit SE
The Lotus Esprit is still out there, folks, and despite its relatively low price of entry for a real-deal period supercar, owners are always willing to invest heavily in their upkeep. As someone who obsesses over receipts and documentation,… more»
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Shooting Brake Survivor: 1976 Jensen GT
Jensen Motors was a British automobile manufacturer (primarily sports cars) with roots dating to the 1920s. They fell onto hard times in the 1970s and eventually went out of business. One of their last creations was the 1975-76 Jensen… more»
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Proper Restoration: 1967 Land Rover 109 Series II
If you’re like me and occasionally have a hankering for an old Land Rover, you might find this market a touch confusing. When found in good, running condition, either restored or well preserved, these British beasts can command a… more»
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Two For One: 1973 Triumph Stag V8
When I was in high school back in the mid-1990s, I started collecting literature on Triumphs, because I couldn’t decide if I’d own a TR2 or a TR3 someday (I would have been disappointed to know that I’ve owned… more»
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Rare Fiberglass Sports Car: 1958 Peerless GT
Peerless Cars Ltd. was a short-lived British auto manufacturer that produced a fiberglass-bodied vehicle called the Peerless GT between 1957 and 1960, with some 325 examples believed to have been made before the brand folded. One of the original… more»
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Magazine Cover Star: 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite
Back in the late 1990s, as a young man with any number of future collector cars on his mind, I’d religiously watch the SCCA Runoffs (the Super Bowl of amateur road racing) on TV. Back then, it wasn’t uncommon… more»
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Restored Plunger Tail: 1953 BSA Bantam D1 125
Starting life as a DKW after WWII, as part of Germany’s war reparations, Birmingham Small Arms Company (BSA) modified these incredibly popular motorcycles and sold hundreds of thousands of them to consumers, businesses, and government agencies beginning in 1948…. more»
