For enthusiasts of modern classics, the Aston Martin DB7 remains one of the most important models in the company’s history. This 1997 Aston Martin DB7, listed here on eBay at no reserve, presents as a project opportunity with a… more»
British Classic Cars
BF Exclusive: V8-Powered 1969 Triumph TR6
How many European sports cars made good use of American small-block V8s from both Ford and Chevrolet? Off the top of my head, I can think of the Cobra, Sunbeam Tiger, Gordon-Keeble, TVR Griffith, Bizzarrini 5300 GT Strada, the… more»
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Estate Sale Find: 1971 Jensen Interceptor
There was a time when I considered the Jensen Interceptor one of the more exotic and exciting British project vehicles you could buy. In fact, I can recall seeing some very strong money for pristine examples over the years,… more»
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Highly Original Find: 1938 Rover 12 Sedan
If there’s another Rover automobile in La Fayette, Georgia, it’s probably within 300 feet of this one. The dusty English four-door looks ready for Preservation Class, almost too well-preserved to restore. With a long hood and bustle rear, this… more»
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52k Original Miles: 1980 MG MGB Limited Edition
It is common for manufacturers to release Special Edition vehicles where buyer demand results in production totals far beyond expectations. This 1980 MGB Limited Edition is a perfect example of that practice, and is an extremely tidy survivor with… more»
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Easy Project? 1962 Triumph TR 4
Though I have never owned one, the TR4 occupies a special place in my heart. In about 1979, my then-boyfriend and I attempted to buy our college professor’s dirty white TR4. The proceedings drew to a halt when my… more»
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Amazing Supercar: 1993 Jaguar XJ220
While the 1960s are considered by many as the muscle car era, some manufacturers spent the 1980s developing vehicles with the sole aim of building the world’s fastest production car. Jaguar held that honor for a period with the… more»
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Price Reduced! 1951 Triumph Mayflower
Occasionally, a manufacturer breaks new ground but still fails to tempt buyers. The Mayflower, introduced in 1949 as a luxury option in the small-car market, was the first unibody car from Standard Triumph. This “first” did not impress, however,… more»
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Make An Offer: 1973 Triumph TR6
Up for auction here on Barn Finds is a 1973 Triumph TR6 with 51,530 miles on the clock and a clean title. Offered by the current owner in Springfield, Missouri, this British roadster sat for nearly three decades before… more»
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Single-Family Survivor: 1980 Triumph Spitfire
This 1980 Triumph Spitfire, now offered here on eBay, has been with the same family since new. The seller’s father purchased it in 1980, and it has remained in their care for 45 years. Showing just 45,000 miles, the… more»
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Lotus Alternative: 1970 Ford Cortina Mk II 1600E
When Ford collaborated with Lotus, the result was a Cortina that enjoyed success on the track and in the showroom. The downside is that today, the Lotus Cortina’s desirability means it tends to attract high prices in the classic… more»
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Rare Utility: 1955 Mercedes-Benz 170 S-V Diesel Pickup
Some classics are rare because they’ve become valuable over time, others were rare from the start. This 1955 Mercedes-Benz 170 S-V Diesel pickup, listed here on craigslist and located in Taos, New Mexico, falls firmly into the latter category…. more»
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One-of-One Royal Ride: 1972 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Superstretch
This 1972 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow superstretch limo is unlike anything else on the market. Built as a one-off on chassis no. SRA13041, it measures a staggering 24 feet in length thanks to an 84-inch stretch. Finished in pearl white… more»
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Carbureted Model: 1988 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Zagato
When I was a child, book stores were a big deal. Waldenbooks was a place I spent a lot of time, usually reading some hardcover coffee table book about exotic sports cars produced by far-flung design studios overseas. One… more»
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V8 British Bruiser: 1966 Sunbeam Tiger
The Sunbeam Tiger remains one of the most intriguing Anglo-American hybrids, and this 1966 MK1A example is a beauty. Painted in two-stage urethane British Racing Green and powered by a 5-bolt 289ci V8 paired with a 4-speed Toploader manual,… more»
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No Reserve: 1960 Morris Minor 1000
Although the original Mini is viewed by many as one of the “Cars of the People,” the reality is that it was the humble Morris Minor 1000 that managed to get the British public mobile again after World War… more»
