I chuckled a bit when I read the comment, “There is slight impact damage on left rear quarter…” that seems like an unusual thing to focus upon when considering the entirety of this 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. These V8 performers… more»
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May 7, 2022 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Ridiculously Rare? 1970 Rover 3500 S
Well, I don’t know about “Ridiculously” rare as the seller states, but I’m willing to give anyone the benefit of the doubt, at first. What makes this 1970 Rover 3500 rare, is its “S” designation. How rare? Hard to… more»
May 6, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Estate Sale: 1962 Morgan Plus 4 Drophead
It was already apparent by 1962 that the Morgan Motor Company was not going to change for the sake of change! With styling that had remained largely unchanged since adding a fourth wheel to the car before World War… more»
May 4, 2022 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Mark II Powered: 1960 Austin-Healey 3000 MK I
British auto manufacturer Austin-Healey was formed in 1952 when Herbert Austin of Austin Motor Company and Donald Healey of Healey Motor Company entered into a joint venture to produce sports cars, a partnership that lasted until 1972 when their… more»
Apr 30, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Never Restored: 1971 Jensen Interceptor
If you were a used car dealer in the 70s or 80s, you would have been smart to sock away anything resembling a performance or enthusiast car as a future project before prices shot up. It can be hard… more»
Apr 30, 2022 • Exclusives For Sale • 17 Comments
Low Mileage 2+2: 1972 Jaguar E-Type
When it comes to collector cars, we all know there are specific trims and build styles that are more desirable than others. Many enthusiasts will gladly take a subpar example of a sought-after configuration over a nicely restored or… more»
Apr 28, 2022 • For Sale • 26 Comments
One Off Kit Car? 1969 Triumph
We’re told this is a one-of-a-kind sports car, something that would usually be thought of as a kit. But it may have been custom-built by its original owner. The car is part Triumph, part Volkswagen, and the rest from… more»
Apr 28, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
This Austin-Healey Mark II 3000 Is A Solid Driver
Frankly, when buying a new-to-you old car, longtime ownership is a very good thing. Beware the quick flippers! This Austin-Healey 3000 Mark II BJ7, first registered in 1964, has been in the current custodian’s custody since 2005, and it’s… more»
Apr 25, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Garaged 30 Years: 1962 Triumph TR3B
Triumph TR3s are no stranger to Barn Finds but they are to me as I have covered 4s, 6s, and 7s but I don’t believe that I have eyeballed a 3. This 1962 example is referenced as a garage… more»
Apr 22, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Many New Parts: 1959 MG MGA Roadster
One of the most significant challenges an owner can face when purchasing a project car is determining what parts they will require to return their new toy to its pristine best. The person who buys this 1959 MGA will… more»
Apr 22, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Modern Classic: 1993 Land Rover Range Rover
Despite a fairly nefarious reputation for being costly to maintain, there are legions of Range Rover Classic fans out there that adore these old squarebodies. The “Classic” nomenclature is fitting considering the design was largely static going on 15… more»
Apr 22, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Original And Complete! 1974 Triumph TR6
Along with the Sunbeam Alpine/Tiger, the TR6 is one of my favorite sportscars. We’re talking just skin deep here because I’m only considering the design and appearance. Yeah, I know, pretty weak for a car guy but like many,… more»
Apr 20, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Rust Free Garage Find: 1971 Jaguar E-Type
This 1971 Jaguar E-Type features the desirable combination of a V12 with a manual gearbox, along with supposedly being rust-free. The seller was staying in a rented vacation home next door when he happened to speak with the prior… more»
Apr 20, 2022 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Rarely Seen Roadster: 1991 Lotus Elan M100
Here’s a car plenty of us remember but don’t see much of anymore: the 1991 Lotus Elan M100. This modern classic roadster epitomized the lightweight recipe Colin Chapman made a priority on the earliest Lotus road cars, but with… more»
Apr 18, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Mr. Hewlett’s 1966 Jaguar S-Type 3.4
Here’s a straightforward offering. It’s a San Mateo, California-based 1966 Jaguar S-Type saloon (sedan) here on Craigslist with the typical California rust-free body, interior havoc, and perished seals. So far so normal, but this S-Type (a variant of the… more»
Apr 18, 2022 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Barn Bound 40 Years: 1952 Sunbeam Talbot Mk IIA
While Sunbeam Alpines and Tigers make regular appearances on Barn Finds, the Talbot model is rarely covered. As a matter of fact, the last time an Alpine post was published was in June of 2021 when I covered a… more»
