British Classic Cars

Kitty Glimpses: 1967 Sunbeam Tiger Mk. II

While I would dearly love to show you better pictures of this 1967 Sunbeam Tiger II, the seller has decided to only include shots they could take without pulling the car out of wherever it’s stored. At least it’s… more»

When You’re In Europe And Want To Explore Barns…

So you want to go around Europe, or at least the UK, and see what barn finds you can turn up? Don’t like staying in those quaint little hotels? Here’s the answer–a classic camper that’s been off the road… more»

Grandfather’s Car: Reliant Scimitar GTE

This listing for a Reliant Scimitar GTE here on eBay in the UK shows a pretty dramatic before-and-after following the car being washed clean of its covering of mold and dust. The seller says it’s his grandfather’s old car and… more»

In The Homeland: 1962 MG Midget In The UK

Thanks go to fellow contributor Jeff L. for sending me this find to look over. It’s a 1962 MG Midget, based on the original Austin-Healey “Bugeye” or “Frogeye” Sprite, but with a more conventional body evocative of the just-introduced… more»

Off Roader Needs New Owner: 1968 Land Rover Series IIA

Barn Finds reader Jacob C. asks “Are you ready for a restoration safari?” Thanks for the find, Jacob! This 1968 Land Rover Series IIA might just be that off-roader you’ve been looking for! It’s located in Flagler Beach, Florida and… more»

The British Bug: 1959 Morris Minor

From the town of Troy, Illinois is this 1959 Morris Minor convertible. It’s offered for sale here on craigslist with an asking price of $950. While this isn’t exactly the most viable project car we’ve ever featured here on… more»

Giant Kitty: 1965 Jaguar Mark X

Thanks to fellow Barn Finds writer Jeff L. for this great find! I’m pretty sure the Mark X (10) and the 420G (it’s later iteration) are the largest Jaguars ever built (no, I’m not counting Daimler Limousines and one-offs)…. more»

1978 Ford Fiesta With 1,200 Original Miles

The seller of this 1978 Ford Fiesta here on eBay claims that the car was in an accident when it was quite young, and as a result, only has 1,200 miles on the clock. Included in the sale are… more»

LeMons Material: $500 Triumph TR7

Where you looking for a sub $1K project today? In Rio Rancho, New Mexico is this 1979 Triumph TR7 for $500 OBO. This project is listed here on craiglist and was a reliable daily driver until just recently.

Only One Problem: 1980 Triumph TR7

Most of the time when we have featured a wedge (TR7/TR8) on Barn Finds, they’ve been rusty messes. Reader Jim S. sent in this great find that isn’t a rusty mess, but it has one big problem that the… more»

Think Small: 1965 MG Midget Project

Here is what appears to be a great low price point project. Sitting in Chaumont, New York is this 1965 MG Midget MK2. Listed here on eBay with a BIN now, are you ready for this? If so, here… more»

1945 English Ford Prefect Project

These little Fords were designed for the roads and taxes in England, as well as the rest of Europe. Many assume it a scaled down copy of the 1933 Ford, but the Prefect actually evolved from the Model Y,… more»

No Reserve Survivor: 1964 Jaguar S-Type

We’ve actually seen and been talking a lot lately about older Jaguar sedans. We’ve seen some great discussions about engine swaps, customization and restorations. I have to say, these family haulers actually sound like a lot of fun! I’ve always… more»

Finish Me: 1964 Triumph Spitfire 4

Austin-Healey may have reintroduced the world to the affordable sports car, but it didn’t take long for Triumph to come out with their own little roadster.  The Spitfire was a good car for the price, but the early ones… more»

Surfs Up? 1959 Triumph TR10 Estate Wagon

The last Triumph Estate Wagon and maybe the only other one we have featured was about 13 months ago here. That example is a beautiful tricked out modified ’59 model. This one, which is listed here on craigslist, could… more»

Starting From Bare Metal: 1956 Jaguar XK140 FHC

The seller of this 1956 Jaguar XK140 fixed head coupe has been accumulating parts to restore the car as a family project for his in-laws for three years. Now the family has decided to sell the car. It’s located… more»

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