British Classic Cars

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19k Original Miles! 1967 Triumph Spitfire Mark II

In the classic world, low mileage claims without verifying evidence must always be taken at face value. The general condition of some cars makes such statements seem far-fetched, while others appear plausible. That brings us to this 1967 Triumph… more»

Affordable Brit: 1986 TVR Tasmin 280i

We live in a digital society, and nowhere is this better demonstrated than in the automotive world. From electronic engine management to traction control and touchscreens that control many functions, the car now owes as much to microprocessors as… more»

Price Slashed: 1973 Triumph TR6 Project

I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like a bargain. This is particularly true when searching for a project candidate. The simple fact is that the less a buyer pays for their classic, the more they will typically have in… more»

The Shelby Touch: 1966 Sunbeam Tiger

The name Carroll Shelby is linked to high-performance classics, but perhaps his greatest achievement was squeezing Ford V8 engines into relatively small and modest British sports cars to create vehicles with acceleration to match their looks. Thus, the AC… more»

Best Of Three Worlds: 1974 Jensen Interceptor

UPDATE 11/12/2024: It isn’t unusual for an owner to fail to sell their classic at the first attempt, and such is the case with this 1974 Jensen Interceptor Mark III. We previously saw this British Grand Tourer in August,… more»

BF Auction: 2002 Jaguar XK8 Convertible

Of all the great British car manufacturers that have existed, only a handful are still going today. Jaguar is one of those that has managed to survive, and they are still building high-performance cars. That isn’t to say the… more»

Estate Sale, Already Restored! 1952 MG TD

Although prices for running-board MGs have declined in the past few years, I’m still surprised this 1952 MG TD hasn’t found a new garage. It’s advertised here on facebook Marketplace for $12,000, and though it hasn’t run in about… more»

Left for Nine Years: 1952 MG TD

For some folks, cars are like potato chips.  One is simply never enough.  In the background of the pictures of this MG, you can see that it is surrounded by an eclectic assembly of antique, classic, and performance cars. … more»

Big-Block Project: 1952 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe

The 1952 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe sitting in this shed will undoubtedly divide opinions. Some will be horrified by its mechanical changes, while others will feel that it provides the type of performance such an attractive classic deserves…. more»

Garage Find: 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur III

Who remembers the TV show, Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous? It was hosted by England’s Robin Leach, and you could expect to see him tooling around in a car like this 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (III). It was… more»

Unrestored 1967 Sunbeam Alpine Series V

In 1959, when Sunbeam produced the second generation Alpine, the best a frugal buyer could do if he wanted a roadster with weather protection was to suffer with side curtains. But the Alpine offered customers roll-up windows, outside door… more»

Rare Project: 1937 Singer Nine Le Mans Coupe

I wish I had a nickel for every British car maker that began by making bicycles – ok, maybe that pile of nickels is only worth a cup of coffee these days. George Singer left Coventry Sewing Machine Company… more»

“Very Little Rust”: 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mark III

If one could bottle the essence of British motoring, it might smell like an Austin-Healey. The Big Healey oozes charisma: In an olfactory flash, the hood’s down in a driving rain, exhaust rorting, chassis yawing, the headlights dimly illuminating… more»

Glorified Shopping Cart! 1959 Bond Mark F Three-Wheeler Convertible

Some guys just wanna make cars. That included Lawrie Bond, who began his career in England at a steam wagon shop, progressing to aircraft and later, engine work. Just before WWII, he opened an engineering company specializing in aircraft… more»

Storage Unit Rescue: 1957 MG MGA

No matter which version of the story Cinderella you read or watch, the core of it is that of inner beauty shining through despite obstacles. You could say that the story of this MG MGA is similar to that… more»

Restoration Required: 1967 Jaguar E-Type

Although the values of some versions have taken a recent hit, a pristine Series 1 Jaguar E-Type can still command a healthy six-figure price. They are keenly sought by enthusiasts wishing to experience life behind the wheel of a… more»

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