British Classic Cars

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1 of 652: 1973 Jensen Interceptor 440 V8

The Jensen Interceptor was a grand touring car built by Jensen Motors in England between 1966 and 1976. In the U.S., it may have been considered a Chrysler product by some because 383 and 440 cubic inch Mopar V8s… more»

50k Original Miles: 1974 Jensen-Healey

One challenge potential buyers face when searching for a Jensen-Healey to park in their garage is locating one without rust issues. This 1974 example is a dry-climate survivor that has avoided that fate. It is as solid as the… more»

1 of 2 in USA: 1990 TVR 400SE

When we think of TVR in the 1980s, it’s easy to think of exactly one word: the wedge. Starting in the early 80s, TVR seemed committed to building cars of a certain profile, and they deservedly earned a moniker… more»

Restore of Preserve? 1959 Triumph TR3A

The classic scene is extremely diverse, and almost any car will divide opinions. Some enthusiasts prefer genuine survivors, some like cool customs, while others find meticulously restored vehicles more appealing. That brings us to the 1959 Triumph TR3A. It… more»

Wagon Conversion: 1983 Jaguar XJS Lynx Eventer

One of the more curious things about the convergence of money and cars is how the world’s elite really like to have companies build wagon versions of their favorite sports cars and coupes. Aston Martins, Porsches, Bentleys – there… more»

Owned 32 Years! 1956 Jaguar Two-Point-Four

Shiny Carmen Red paint and bright chrome lead the way on this first-year 1956 Jaguar Two-Point-Four sedan. After 32 years with one owner, this cat is ready to pounce on new turf. Check out more pictures and details here… more»

Low Mileage 1989 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE

This Lotus Esprit Turbo SE appears on these pages courtesy of Chuck Foster, who also found a rare Eclat for us – thanks, Chuck! Of course, the two cars could hardly be more different. The Eclat landed in the… more»

Retro Roadster: Panther Lima Turbo

Before researching this tip sent over by T.J., I had never heard of Panther Westwinds and its predilection for creating retro-classic fiberglass roadsters. The company was founded in Britain in 1972 by Robert Jankel, who trained as an engineer…. more»

13 Year Slumber: 1965 MGB Roadster

This 1965 MGB Roadster offers a new owner a world of possibilities. After being recently revived following a thirteen-year slumber, it is a turnkey classic that offers immediate motoring enjoyment. Alternatively, it could be the foundation for a straightforward… more»

Rare British Coupe: 1976 TVR 2500M

Are you looking for an alternative to an MGB or a TR6 – something you won’t see at every car show? A rare car with common mechanical components that will put its peers to shame on a track? Perhaps… more»

Fresh Out of Storage: 1955 Triumph TR3

This 1955 Triumph TR3 recently emerged from storage, and the seller believes it requires little before serving as a fun weekend driver. It presents well in its current survivor form and could also form the foundation for a satisfying… more»

Driving Project: 1978 Lotus Éclat

It’s an irony that cars resulting from Lotus’ efforts to move upscale should be found in consistently derelict condition. No one seemed to care about the Elite and Éclat four-seat models once they had racked up enough miles to… more»

Running and Driving 1954 Sunbeam Alpine

It’s practically a law that anyone selling, buying, or looking at a 1953-1955 Sunbeam Alpine must mention its claim to fame: Grace Kelly drove one in Alfred Hitchcock’s colorful To Catch a Thief. As beguiling as the soon-to-be Princess Grace was… more»

Always Garaged: 1953 MG TD

It is always reassuring when a seller advertises their classic as garage-kept. That indicates that they have done their best to protect their pride and joy from Mother Nature’s worst. Such is the case with this 1953 MG TD…. more»

1965 MGB Roadster For Sale For Only One Dollar!

Rarely do you come across an entire car for only one dollar,. Often sellers will list cars for ridiculously cheap and then at the end of their post say “make an offer”. This is the first time I’ve seen… more»

Panamericana Veteran: 1955 Jaguar XK140

One of the more difficult things to do when assessing the value and desirability of a vintage car is factoring in prior race history. There are numerous vehicles at any given time that have participated in some seriously cool… more»

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