The Thames 800-E was a small van produced by Ford in the late 1950s and 1960s. They are reminiscent of the early Ford Econoline vans sold in the U.S. (the Thames was not). This example from 1961 has been… more»
British Classic Cars
Jun 18, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Series 2 Project: 1969 Jaguar XKE 2+2
Among all E-Types, the Jaguar XKE 2+2 has always been one of my favorites, not only in the looks department but the car also gets an honorable mention for pseudo-practicality too as it offered seating for an additional 2… more»
Jun 17, 2023 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Running Project: 1974 Triumph TR6
Triumph’s TR6 was the successor to the previous TR4/TR5 sports cars but was mechanically similar. Though built in England, more than 90% of the little cars produced between 1969 and 1976 were exported to the U.S. This example from… more»
Jun 14, 2023 • Auctions • 18 Comments
BF Auction: 1971 Triumph TR6
UPDATE – The seller just sent us a cold start video of the car and it fires right up! You can find that video below. UPDATE – The seller has provided us with videos of this TR6 on the… more»
Jun 13, 2023 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Only 3K Miles! 1980 Triumph TR8
I have often wondered about the Triumph TR8, primarily in terms of how it compared to the mostly disastrous TR7. I recall only seeing one, back in the day, when they were still being produced but they have made… more»
Jun 12, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Clean, Green And Rust Free: 1975 Triumph TR6
Even with the absurd rubber bumper overriders (thanks NHTSA!), this 1975 Triumph TR6 still cuts an impressive image. And of course, how appropriate is that British Racing Green finish? OK, so it’s not perfect but it still shows pretty… more»
Jun 9, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
40 Years In The Garage! 1958 Morgan Plus 4
Auto listings span the gambit – everything from soup to nuts. Many are laconic, you know, “car for sale” and that’s it. Others are a tome – usually with nothing but seller superlatives – take a pass on those…. more»
Jun 8, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
No Reserve: 1961 Austin-Healey 3000 BT7
Finding an affordable classic British sports car project can be challenging, but this 1961 Austin-Healey 3000 BT7 could be a prime candidate. It looks pretty tired, but the fact the seller is offering it with No Reserve may prove… more»
Jun 8, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Potential Bargain? Wire Wheel 1969 MGB GT
I knew very little about MGB’s GT until I got an extended ride in a friend’s 1967 edition a few years back. It was a 90-mile round trip that involved suburban and two-lane rural roads, as well as 70+… more»
Jun 8, 2023 • Auctions • 32 Comments
BF Auction: 1958 Austin-Healey “Bugeye” Sprite
Britain entered what became known as the “Age of Austerity” following World War II, with many items we now take for granted strictly rationed. One of these was fuel, with rationing finally ending in 1950. The country’s economy was… more»
Jun 6, 2023 • For Sale • 28 Comments
30-Year Barn Dweller: 1959 AMC Metropolitan
The Metropolitan was an English car intended for the U.S. market. Nearly 100,000 were imported between 1953 and 1961, giving the VW Beetle some competition. They were interesting little cars that fascinated me for some reason back in the… more»
Jun 5, 2023 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Rare Brit: 1953 MG TD Mark II
Relative rarity often ignites debate in the classic world as various people argue for and against its importance to a car’s potential value. That will probably be the case with this 1953 MG TD because it is 1-of-1,710 examples… more»
Jun 4, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Stored for 30 Years: 1956 Austin-Healey 100-4 BN2
This 1956 Austin-Healey 100-4 BN2 recently emerged after more than three decades in storage. Its history is unclear, although its complete nature and lack of significant rust make it a prime candidate for restoration. The 100-4 follows the lead… more»
May 30, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Huge Collection of True Barn Finds: Take a Browse
An actual barn. Full of barn finds. That’s what’s up for auction in this mega-sale. Three sets of lots total to 230+ cars, with the only proviso being that these cars are in the Netherlands. This tip comes to… more»
May 30, 2023 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Parked Since the 80s: 1967 Triumph TR4A
This seller on eBay has a history of digging out some incredible garage finds of classic vehicles and motorcycles that haven’t turned a wheel in many years. The assortment focuses on attainable classics, so most of what he posts… more»
May 30, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
V8-Powered Tribute: 1952 Jaguar XK120
When it comes to driving a vintage or classic car, we all know the concessions that are involved. While it may be thrilling to sit behind the wheel of a priceless antique vehicle, the day that the air conditioning… more»
