This poor MGA Coupe seems to be having a bit of an identity crisis, wouldn’t you say? A previous owner must have wished they owned a Corvette rather than an MG, so they installed some Corvettesque side trim. I… more»
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Austin-Healey With A V8 Surfaces After 20 Years
Barn Finds reader Olaf E. frequently submits finds that intrigue me, and this 56-61 (the seller doesn’t have a title) Austin Healey has certainly done that. The car has been highly modified in the “nasty boy” mold with an… more»
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In The Hedge: Pair of Jaguar E-Types
Whenever I flip through a few of my favorite magazines published in the U.K, I go right to their respective sections of barn finds or ran-when-parked specials. Almost every time there’s a vehicle that’s been pushed into a garden… more»
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Compact Sport: 1960 Turner 950
I know it isn’t a high speed Autobahn rocket, but I’ve always wanted one of these tiny Turner sport cars. These compact drop tops were powered by a meager Austin 950 inline 4, with just 35 horsepower. While that isn’t… more»
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Cute Little Thing: 1960 Morris Minor Pickup
This little pickup looks like a live version of a cartoon truck. After 30 years in storage it’s ready for its next animation. It’s listed on eBay in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. There are no details provided except the engine turns and there’s not much… more»
What Color Should We Paint Our MGA?
Decisions, decisions. There are a lot of decisions to make when restoring a car. What parts should you reuse and what should you buy new? Should you stick with stock or make a couple of sensible modifications? These are… more»
This 1948 MG TC Has Been In A Barn Since 1962!
This story comes from an ongoing series of emails we have received from one of our readers. Here it is in Peter K’s own words: July 9, 2015 First off, I love your website and get a kick out… more»
Tom’s First Barn Find!
From Tom L – So I think I may have found my first true barn find. Working on a building survey, I walked into an area that apparently hasn’t been visited for a while and came across what appears… more»
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Big Brother To Minis: 1965 MG 1100 Sedan
As the seller notes in their auction listing here on eBay, Americans might not even know the original Mini had a “big brother.” This former Florida car has been relocated to San Pedro, California and current bids are up… more»
MGA Update: Body Work Underway
This past week, we’ve been very busy with the MGA. This is easily the biggest project we’ve taken on yet! So far, things are going quite smoothly. With the body and chassis separated, we have devised a system for getting… more»
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Shiny And Red: 1960 MGA 1600
This MGA is listed on craigslist and on the Performance Auto Gallery for $19,000 (Almost a bargain at half the price?). It was found in a barn in St. Michaels, Maryland and is now located near Washington, DC. This MG was owned… more»
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Incredible Body: 1968 MGC GTS Tribute
Before the Miata came along, the MGB was the world’s most popular roadster. Most people still know what one is today, but few remember the MGC. That’s because the C was only built for two years. It was intended… more»
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1970 MGB GT For $1,500!
This MGB made me miss my GT. It also made me think that I should have held onto it even that inattentive driver slammed into me. A crumpled panel would have been a lot easier to fix then a… more»
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Garaged 1956 Austin Healey 100-4
The seller of this big Healey claims it is all original, right down to that bright red paint! I sure hope they are right, because this this is beautiful. If it turns out to truly be all original, it… more»
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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»
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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»
