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Dry Stored Since 1960: 1951 MG TD

The effect that MGs had on getting the sportscar movement started in America cannot be overstated.  Starting with American GIs discovering the virtues of a light car with good handling when stationed in Great Britain during World War II… more»

Final Year LWB: 1995 Range Rover

The Range Rover Classic is for sure a future classic, as it represents the final year that the classic British SUV resembled its past far more than anything that was to come in the subsequent years. The model shown… more»

Fitting Tribute: 1956 Jaguar D-Type Replica

One danger associated with producing a tribute vehicle is that the finished product will often be a pale imitation of the classic upon which it was based. However, some break new ground by offering a level of fit and… more»

Which Sprite? 1965 Driver or 1962 Project

This tale of two Austin-Healey Sprites begs us to choose: both are early cars but the red one is an Irish twin of the Bugeye, with production separated by a mere year. It shares the same motor, albeit with… more»

25k Documented Miles: 1988 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur

There has long been discussion about which company sets the standard in luxury car production. Some nominate Cadillac, while others prefer Lincoln. Bentley is a strong contender, but many believe Rolls-Royce deserves that crown. In a world of mass… more»

Right-Hand Drive: 1960 Morgan 4/4

This forlorn Morgan will find a new home after twenty years thanks to the auction action here on eBay, where it is bid to $2850 with no reserve. It is located in Veedersburg, Indiana, and you’ll need a trailer… more»

Very Well Preserved: 1957 Jaguar Mark I

Although the Jaguar Mark I has often been derided as a warm-up for the more advanced Mark II, it’s a darned good car in its own right. What we have here is a 1957 Jaguar Mark 1 Saloon (sedan)… more»

Abandoned Yard Find: 1957 Jaguar MKVIII

As we all know by now, Facebook Marketplace has become a potential treasure trove of project cars and trucks. If the barrier of listing on craigslist proved too challenging for some sellers, Facebook does make it ridiculously easy to… more»

Documented Survivor: 1954 Jaguar XK120 Roadster

The Jaguar XK120 was the wellspring of the company’s celebrated XK series. Introduced in 1948, the car was never meant for production. Rather, it was cobbled together to showcase Jaguar’s new DOHC engine, painstakingly developed by engineer William Heynes… more»

Garage Find: 1958 Austin-Healey 100-6

Humans tend to fall in love without looking beyond the surface of that which they desire.  While for normal people, falling in love usually ends happily.  For car people that love blindness can lead to catastrophe.  Take for example… more»

Same Owner for 45 Years: 1970 Jaguar E-Type

A long-term ownership history is always attractive for enthusiasts seeking a classic to park in their garage. This 1970 Jaguar E-Type ticks that box because the seller has been its custodian for forty-five years. It has avoided the rust… more»

Supercar With A British Accent: 1989 Lotus Esprit

If you were looking for a Lotus in the sixties and seventies, it was a sign that you were ready to sacrifice durability and comfort for stellar handling and utilitarian efficiency.  The company built its reputation on producing cars… more»

Forty Years Hidden: 1974 Lotus Elite

Colin Chapman, the founder of Lotus Cars, was an interesting fellow.  Obsessed with racing, Chapman’s creations won races in everything from amateur hill climbs to Formula One.  His design principle was simple: the lighter the better.   Sometimes too light… more»

Low Mileage Survivor: 1976 Jaguar XJ6C

Though Jaguar’s XJ6C didn’t arrive in showrooms until 1975, it’s got a ’60s swankiness about it. That’s because it really was a ’60s car. The XJ line was introduced in 1968 to rationalize Jaguar’s saloon production – four models… more»

Unencumbered by Technology: 1958 Morgan+4

Some folks just don’t like change.  As we float along, lost in a sea of cars that now all look alike, our intrepid auto finder and all-time great reader T.J. has found for us a vehicle that spent many… more»

Pink Slip Included! 1965 Triumph TR4

I’ll admit that I’m not a British sports car aficionado but regardless, I admire them for their simplicity and their no-frills approach to the open-top, two-seater road experience. Yes, I am aware that there can be reliability and rust… more»

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