British Classic Cars

Junkyard Find: 1974 Jaguar XJ12

Looking for some affordable V12 power? Check out this 1974 Jaguar XJ12L here on eBay, where a New Mexico junkyard is selling it after being locked up in storage since 1986. Although dusty, the dry, desert storage means this vintage… more»

Survivor With Pedigree: 1974-1/2 Jensen-Healey

Twin cam engine by Lotus. Chassis by Healey. Interior and styling by Jensen. Why, oh why doesn’t the Jensen-Healey get more respect? This survivor is a near-pristine example of one, having been stored for 30 years! It’s located in… more»

Field of MGBs, Midgets And Triumphs: $300 Finds In Nashville

Barn Finds reader M.P. sent us this find, consisting of both Triumphs and MG’s, all you can haul at $300 per car (with one exception). They are located in Nashville, Tennessee and are advertised here on craigslist. As the… more»

We Just Scored Another MG!

With the Dodge gone, there was a big empty spot in our shop. I mean really big! Well, it didn’t take long for us to fill it back up. Projects seem to come in pairs around here at Barn… more»

One Of The Final 2,000: 1973 Triumph GT6

A GT6 is often the forgotten Triumph sports car. After all, Triumph is known for it’s roadsters and convertibles in the United States, despite offering a much more complete lineup elsewhere in the world. The GT6 is the oddity… more»

Success Story: Healey Goes To Father-Son Team!

Back in January we featured a 1957 Austin-Healey project that sold almost instantly. Roger was very happy with the experience and we wanted to share his experience with everyone.

Ready To Drive: 1978 Triumph Spitfire

It’s easy to find an affordable Spitfire project. Josh and I have owned a few of our own actually and even though the parts are cheap, we know that the costs can quickly escalate. That’s why this ready-to-drive example… more»

MGA Update: The Body Is Off!

Here’s a quick update on what Josh and I have done to our MGA since it arrived at the garage. Just keeping the site running takes up most of our time, but we have been able to spend a… more»

Spousal Approval Needed: 1966 Land Rover Dormobile

According to the seller, “My wife and I reached a compromise whereby I remove this from our yard and I get to stay Married. Now I am looking for somebody to take over this unique project with the time,… more»

Six-Figure Three-Wheeler: 1963 Peel P50

Do your legs have an extra knee joint in them? If so, this is the car for you! This 1963 Peel P50 was a limited edition made by Peel Engineering in 2014/2015. is  an original car, as in, it’s not a replica…. more»

Oh, The Rust Of It! 1966 Lotus Cortina

Do you really want a Lotus Cortina? I mean really want one? Then I’m sure you know their prices have soared through the roof. Still, it’s hard for me to believe that a small British Ford with a fancy engine and… more»

A Minor Dilemma: Two or Three Morris Minors In NC

Your dilemma, should you choose to accept it, is which one (or both) of these rounded little cars would you put back on the road? They are selling for $1,800 for the pair here on craigslist in Raeford, North Carolina…. more»

Unconverted: 1974 Triumph TR6

This TR6 is listed on eBay in Midvale, Utah with no reserve and bidding is at about $3,500. It’s been stored for almost 30 years. It was being converted to a V8 and the project was abandoned. The seller says he has… more»

Barn Find Tired Triumph: 1971 TR6

From reader Chuck F. comes this inexpensive but needy barn find Triumph TR6 find just removed from storage in Belle Chasse, Louisiana. It’s listed for sale here on craigslist, where the price is an attractive $1,500 but there’s a… more»

Is This The Ideal Project E-Type?

Ok, so it’s not a Series 1 or even a 1-1/2. But that just makes it more affordable! This would be my ideal project E-Type; a true garage find that hasn’t been driven since 1996, but has been stored… more»

Triple Play: 1989 Innocenti Mini DeTomaso Turbo

This is an unusual one, sort of an Italian, British, Japanese triple-play. The original 1989 Innocenti DeTomaso Turbo seen here is on eBay with a current bid of just over $4,000 and four days left on the auction. It’s located… more»

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