As a kid growing up in the 60’s, I vividly remember seeing my first Triumph TR3 (and a red one at that). I fell in love with its classic British roadster looks and its low-slung styling that made it… more»
British Classic Cars
Jul 6, 2023 • For Sale • 51 Comments
Mint Green Saloon: 1971 Jaguar XJ6
Sometimes, a car is so maligned by collectors and the motoring press that its value seems permanently stunted. The Jaguar XJ6 is a terrific example of this, as it doesn’t matter the era or the features list, there’s a… more»
Jul 5, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Solid Project: 1973 Jaguar E-Type 2+2
The Jaguar E-Type is renowned for two things. Firstly, it is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful cars ever built. Secondly, they can quickly turn into a financial black hole the moment the subject turns to restoration…. more»
Jul 2, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
2008 Mini Cooper S JCW Convertible
Some names become inextricably linked to a particular badge as the reputations of the vehicles they touch grow in stature with each passing year. You only need to mention Carroll Shelby, and the thoughts of most enthusiasts will turn… more»
Jun 29, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Modified S1 Project: 1963 Lotus Elan
Sometimes, a car comes up for grabs that seems to be a well-loved example even if it appears to be somewhat neglected. This 1963 Lotus Elan S1 has been relegated to non-operational status due to medical reasons, which is… more»
Jun 28, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Two-Owner Sports Car: 1976 Lotus Elite
The Lotus Elite is one of those unloved sports cars that remains at the bottom of the totem pole as it relates to values and desirability. Blame the shape or the tepid performance, but the window of opportunity for… more»
Jun 28, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
British Barn Find: 1973 Triumph TR6
Does the allure of the barn ever become more of a turn-off when the seller doesn’t tell us much about the car’s history or condition? I go back and forth on this, as I certainly find cars in their… more»
Jun 28, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Rare Project Pair: Barn Find Jaguar XJ6Cs
We all have that dream of cracking open a barn door and finding a vintage car or truck inside; the fantasy is even better when the vehicle in question is actually of some value to you personally or to… more»
Jun 27, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Forgotten Race Car: 1968 TVR Vixen
One of my favorite car brands is TVR, owing to its upstart attitude and strong affinity for sticking overly powerful engines in very light-weight chassis. The fact that this recipe continued on from its early hardscrabble days all the… more»
Jun 27, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Cheap Metal Bumper B: 1974 MGB Roadster
Note: This craigslist listing for the MGB has been replaced with one for a Toyota and I can’t explain that one – maybe it was too good to be true. JO Former Vice-President Thomas Marshall (1913-1921) famously declared, “What… more»
Jun 26, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
British Muscle Car: 1981 Triumph TR8
What do you do with a car that may, in fact, be one of the best examples left but has a limited following? Can it still command top dollar? I suppose it can, but you may need to be… more»
Jun 26, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
1951 Jaguar XK120 Sitting Since ’57
My BF colleagues and I have covered a lot of Jaguar XK120s (’48-’54) and the one thing that most have had in common is their condition, they’re either dilapidated projects or just plain dilapidated. Today’s find, courtesy of Chuck… more»
Jun 24, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Parts Car Included: 1985 Jaguar XJ6
Ah, the Jaguar XJ6. Never has there been a car that was simultaneously so beautiful yet so risky to own. While most cars with horrific reputations for reliability are somewhat over-hyped in terms of just how bad it can… more»
Jun 23, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Underbrush Find: Cheap 1977 Triumph TR7
The TR7 was a sports car that is distinguishable by its wedge-shaped appearance. It was produced from 1975 to 1982 and its largest market was for buyers in the U.S. More than 143,000 copies were produced, with three-quarters being… more»
Jun 21, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Two-Owner Survivor: 1973 Lotus Elan Sprint DHC
Colin Chapman’s engineering prowess and ability to think outside the square were legendary, and these abilities brought his Formula One team enormous success. However, his racing machines could be fragile, with the same being true of some of his… more»
Jun 19, 2023 • Auctions • 20 Comments
BF Auction: 1971 Jensen Interceptor Mark II
It would be fair to say that during the 1960s, only a tiny handful of British automobile manufacturers had genuine high-performance engines in their arsenal. Those that did weren’t in a hurry to share their powerplants with the opposition,… more»
