I’ve always thought the MG T series of cars looked fantastic, but I never really understood the appeal of a ’50s car that was built on pre war technology until I drove our Singer. While they are different cars,… more»
British Classic Cars
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British Motoring Monday: 1969 Jaguar E-Type
As E-Types, especially early, covered headlamp cars, skyrocket in value, it’s nice to see there are some “reasonably” priced projects still out there. This one’s interesting for several reasons. It’s located in Reisterstown, Maryland and is for sale here… more»
Reader Sighting: Morgan In The Alps
From David F. – We seldom get to see the other side of the story, after a car is rescued and returned to it’s former glory. Here’s a fun story for you. I met this fellow in Tirano, Italy…. more»
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Red Triangle: 1949 Alvis TA14
The Alvis marque always used a red triangle for its badging, and the largest marque specialist goes by that name. This car is anything but triangular, though, as it’s nothing but curves! Located in Waukesha, Wisconsin and for sale here on… more»
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What To Do? Incomplete 1936 Rolls-Royce
What’s left of this 1936 Rolls-Royce was unearthed from a barn in Florida. It’s offered for sale here on eBay where bidding has begun at $1,000 with no reserve. This classic presents a conundrum—there’s a lot of car missing here! When… more»
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Bargain Brit: 1980 Triumph Spitfire
For only $1,900 or best offer, how could you go wrong? Needing only a battery to be driveable, this last model year Spitfire is for sale here on craigslist in Clinton, Iowa. Featuring a newly rebuilt engine and a… more»
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60k Mile 1974 Jensen-Healey
This 1974 Jensen-Healey has been in storage since 1998 and the seller claims that it has only covered 60k miles. They also claim that it is still wearing its original paint and doesn’t have any rust or dents. Oh, there… more»
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Motoring Monday: TR7 Referendum
One of the more polarizing British sports cars is also one of the last before the demise of the big two budget sports car marques as we knew them. While Austin-Healey and Sunbeam were already gone, MG and Triumph… more»
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Jigsaw Puzzle: 1959 Triumph TR3
Disassembled project cars are not for everyone. Getting everything put back together right can be a real challenge and there is no telling how many parts have already gone missing. Still, I would really love to own a TR3…. more»
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Anglo-Italian Hybrid: 1965 Innocenti Spyder
I’ve seen one of these in person and they are really beautiful. This one looks a little awkward because it’s sitting up quite high with the drivetrain out, and the red-painted late MG Midget wheels aren’t helping either. The little… more»
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Cheap Driver: 1974 Triumph Spitfire
The Triumph Spitfire is already a great choice as an affordable classic because parts are so dang cheap, but when you find a clean runner for this kind of money, it’s a steal! Obviously you aren’t going to get a… more»
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Crusty and Rusty: 1958 MGA Roadster Barn Find
According to the seller, this 1958 MGA has been in a barn for 39 years! Now available here on eBay where the no-reserve auction currently at less than $700, this straight but neglected car might just be the little British roadster… more»
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1974 MGB GT: Almost Bought It!
We like MGB-GTs here at Barn Finds, as evidenced by Jesse’s recent purchase and Josh’s longing. So, when I found this solid, chrome-bumpered, straight car yesterday, I didn’t write about it right away because I was having some serious discussions… more»
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Blank Canvas: 1973 Lotus Elan 2+2
I’d love to own a Lotus Elan! Heck, I would even take a 2+2 just to get to experience the bliss of driving one of these lightweights through the twisties. The cost of admission can be a little high though,… more»
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Pedigreed Pile: 1974 Jensen-Healey
The company that created this sports cars was formed by of some of the biggest names in sports cars, including Donald Healey himself! Jensen built it and Lotus powered it, but unfortunately it wasn’t the success that its founders had… more»
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1980 Lotus Eclat: Euro Bits
Throw yellow paint on a wedge-shaped sports car and it’s bound to catch my eye. This 1980 Lotus Eclat here on eBay with a starting bid of $4,500 is the European-market version, which gives it more power thanks to a… more»
