British Classic Cars

Small Mouth Bargain: 1957 Triumph TR3

Over the last couple of years I have passed on a handful of TR3s. I’ve regretted it in most cases because prices just seem to keep climbing. As higher-end British sports cars such as the Big Healeys get further… more»

Barn Finds Invade Lucky Auction’s Fall Sale!

I receive catalogs from a couple of auction houses and it’s plain to see that “barn finds” are all the rage right now. Original cars complete with all their flaws are a refreshing break from the over-restored machines that… more»

Tiny Woody: 1965 Morris Mini Traveler

Early original Mini’s have a charm all their own, with minimalist everything, including very simple instrumentation, sliding side windows, and exposed external door hinges. It makes for an odd contrast when you look at the wood inserts in the rear… more»

Stored Since 1963: 1952 Jaguar Mk VII

I wish there were better pictures to show you of this long-stored Jaguar. The car is located in Caro, Michigan and is for sale here on craigslist, where the asking price is an ambitious $4,150. I say ambitious mainly… more»

Motoring Monday: 1959 MGA – Stalled Restoration

This 1959 MGA was a project car back in the 1970’s, but unfortunately was never completed due to illness of the restorer. Now the car is for sale at no reserve. The advertisement is here on eBay and the… more»

Look Closer: 1960 Jaguar MK 10

My first inclination when I saw the pictures of this Jaguar Mk. 10 was to run away, very quickly and very far. I’ll bet yours was too, even if you like large, leaky, overweight British cars like I do…. more»

1956 Aston Martin Lagonda: Smooth Sedan

It might not be one of the breath taking DB series, but I find this Lagonda to be rather beautiful. It has more of a Jaguar look to it than the Aston styling that became so famous as the… more»

1962 Jaguar XKE: Flat Floor Roadster

Thanks to Dennis J for finding this one! When I had my first look at this 1962 Jaguar XKE flat floor convertible I was, well, shocked. Bidding here on eBay is over $50,000 and the reserve has still not been met…. more»

Two To Make One: A Pair Of 1975 MGBs

Located in Baraboo, Wisconsin, this pair of iconic British roadsters are just waiting for someone to combine them into a single car, or maybe for a parent-child ambitious project to refurbish a pair of them. Thanks to Robert R,… more»

Motoring Monday: Three 1930’s Austins

The Austin 7 was Britain’s equivalent of the Model T; the first common truly affordable “people’s car” that was within the reach of most families (used, if not new). Although not even close to the Model T’s proliferation with… more»

Clown Car To Barn Car: 1949 Austin Devon

This 1949 Austin Devon has a history of circus use (!) before being stored in a barn for over 20 years. Now it’s been pulled out of the barn and is up for sale in Appleton, Wisconsin for $1,400…. more»

A Bit Or Two Short: 1963 Morgan +4

While this Morgan +4 is missing a few parts, particularly on the front end, the car is relatively solid and the seller has included a lot of pictures, especially undercar where a little rust is showing. The four-seat Morgans… more»

What A Bargain: 1969 Rover 2000 TC for $1,000

I see a lot of cars that terrific readers send in, and every once in a while I am sorely, sorely tempted to buy the car rather than write about it. This is the second-most intense feeling I’ve had… more»

1969 Lotus Elan With Cosmetic Needs

“Same California owner since 1977.” Those are the words you’ll find in the eBay listing for this 1969 Lotus Elan, which is going to need a serious cosmetic restoration to even begin to look like it did in the… more»

Start An MG Collection: Two Midgets And Parts

These two MG Midgets are actually in better shape than they look at first glance. Both of them run, but neither has any brakes. They are being offered together for one price in Auburn, Georgia here on craigslist. The… more»

Patinaed Racer: 1963 MG Midget

There are some cars that I want so badly that it is hard to write them up. They are not always rare or even great bargains. Normally, they are just rust free drivers at good prices that I think… more»

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