British Classic Cars

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Big-Block Project: 1952 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe

The 1952 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe sitting in this shed will undoubtedly divide opinions. Some will be horrified by its mechanical changes, while others will feel that it provides the type of performance such an attractive classic deserves…. more»

Garage Find: 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur III

Who remembers the TV show, Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous? It was hosted by England’s Robin Leach, and you could expect to see him tooling around in a car like this 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (III). It was… more»

Unrestored 1967 Sunbeam Alpine Series V

In 1959, when Sunbeam produced the second generation Alpine, the best a frugal buyer could do if he wanted a roadster with weather protection was to suffer with side curtains. But the Alpine offered customers roll-up windows, outside door… more»

Rare Project: 1937 Singer Nine Le Mans Coupe

I wish I had a nickel for every British car maker that began by making bicycles – ok, maybe that pile of nickels is only worth a cup of coffee these days. George Singer left Coventry Sewing Machine Company… more»

“Very Little Rust”: 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mark III

If one could bottle the essence of British motoring, it might smell like an Austin-Healey. The Big Healey oozes charisma: In an olfactory flash, the hood’s down in a driving rain, exhaust rorting, chassis yawing, the headlights dimly illuminating… more»

Glorified Shopping Cart! 1959 Bond Mark F Three-Wheeler Convertible

Some guys just wanna make cars. That included Lawrie Bond, who began his career in England at a steam wagon shop, progressing to aircraft and later, engine work. Just before WWII, he opened an engineering company specializing in aircraft… more»

Storage Unit Rescue: 1957 MG MGA

No matter which version of the story Cinderella you read or watch, the core of it is that of inner beauty shining through despite obstacles. You could say that the story of this MG MGA is similar to that… more»

Restoration Required: 1967 Jaguar E-Type

Although the values of some versions have taken a recent hit, a pristine Series 1 Jaguar E-Type can still command a healthy six-figure price. They are keenly sought by enthusiasts wishing to experience life behind the wheel of a… more»

Civilized Supercar: 2012 McLaren MP4-12C

Motor vehicles have evolved enormously since the dawn of the 21st Century, and the Supercar sector is no exception. Once the domain of vehicles featuring highly-strung engines and shifters seemingly set in concrete, this 2012 McLaren MP4-12C demonstrates that… more»

BF Exclusive: 1971 MGB GT

Something strange is happening as I write this: I’m feeling a strong urge to buy some driving gloves and a flat cap. It doesn’t get much more British than an MGB with wire wheels; with gorgeous red paint and… more»

V8 Drop-Top Project: 1980 Triumph TR8

Triumph launched the new TR7 in 1975 as “the shape of things to come” due to its wedge-shaped body. Less known today is the TR8, a V8 version using a Buick-derived engine from Rover. It was in production for… more»

BF Auction: 2000 Jaguar XJ8L

Jaguar’s record of corporate ownership may be inconsistent, but one constant has been its tasteful yet dramatic styling. When William Lyons and his metalworkers hammered out the 1968 XJ6, it was clear that they had a winner, and for… more»

Not A Replica: Genuine 1950 MG TD

Today’s review of a 1950 MG TD, a discovery courtesy of Mr. Numskal, conjures up two thoughts in particular. Firstly, in all of its iterations, the MG T-type was around for a long time, twenty years (1936-1955), according to… more»

Restored But Parked: 1969 Rover 2000 TC

The Rover 2000 TC was a variant of the British-built P6 series of 4-door sedans. It was originally designed for export markets like the U.S. though it was eventually sold on its home turf. With a peppy inline-4 using… more»

Salvageable, or Not? 1976 Jensen GT

Why is it that Jensen GTs are almost universally mistreated? The car was designed with a luxury interior just a bit shy of the much more expensive Jensen Interceptor, including optional leather seating and a wood dash. It was… more»

Rare Miniature EV: 1985 Sinclair C5

The Sinclair C5 was a one-passenger electric vehicle built in England in the 1980s. Though it was sold as a commuter vehicle, we don’t know how practical it would be with a top speed of just 15 mph. So… more»

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