British Classic Cars

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English Endeavor: 1953 Bentley R-Type

The R-Type replaced Bentley’s first post-World War II automobile, the Mark Vi. It was similar in appearance and technology (!) to its predecessors, but saloons (i.e., sedans) like the seller’s car had a bigger “boot” (trunk). One of just… more»

Package Deal: 1963 and 1964 Sunbeam Alpines

The allure of a package deal can be measured on the basis of the cars involved. Getting, say, a Fox body Mustang GT with a short-bed F150 pickup? Well, that’s a pretty decent garage without much effort. That’s just… more»

Rattle Can Refugee? 1959 Triumph TR3A

Coming from long-term family ownership and parked in the bicentennial year of 1976, this 1959 Triumph TR3 looks like a spotted something or other. The seller tells us that this example is a solid and rust-free California car even… more»

One of 250: 1966 Morgan 4/4 Series V GT

Morgans are the sort of car that inevitably have a wonderful history file. The storied brand is known for its adhering to tradition, almost to a fault, and the owners that cherish them often do little to disturb the… more»

Round Two: 1935 Hillman Aero Minx

In December of last year, Barn Finds author Jim O’Donnell covered this right-hand drive 1935 Hillman Aero Minx, then priced at $18,500. Maybe two times is the charm because here she is again on Facebook Marketplace, but now on… more»

Worth Fixing? 1962 Austin-Healey 3000

It’s unclear when this 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 last graced our roads, but its overall condition suggests we could probably measure the timeframe in decades. The seller candidly says it requires restoration, although most major components appear present for a… more»

Warehouse Find: 1969 Jaguar E-Type Roadster

This 1969 Jaguar E-Type roadster is described as being the barn find we all hope to find: bondo-free, low mileage, and tucked away in a warehouse for eons. The original color scheme is the cherry on top, with the… more»

Old School Project: 1934 Rolls-Royce 20/25

Most folks (me included) often think of a Rolls-Royce as a chauffeur-driven automobile. But that wasn’t the case with the R-R 20/25 built from 1929 to 1936. It was targeted at the owner-driver segment of the market and was… more»

V8 Coupe Conversion: 1976 Jaguar XJ6

To me, the Jaguar XJ6 coupe is one of the prettiest Jags ever made. While many would argue that honor belongs to the E-Type, I disagree – the pillar-less XJ6 two-door is a stunner, and because it’s so overlooked… more»

Volvo B18 Powered! 1969 MGB GT

The MG MGB had a solid 18-year run, which began in 1962 and lasted all the way through 1980, but this 1969 MGB GT has had a couple of unusual transplants that make it a unique offering in the… more»

Hurricane Victim: 1954 Jaguar XK140

It’s already happening: exotic and collector cars devastated by the historic storm surge caused by Hurricane Ian are showing up for sale. We’ve all seen the photos of the Plymouth Superbirds dropped like a Tonka truck on its roof… more»

DIY Candidate: 1952 MG TD

We’ve recently seen a few MG TD project cars at Barn Finds, and they are an ideal candidate for anyone considering a first or DIY restoration. Their essentially handbuilt nature and simple engineering mean an owner can dismantle and… more»

It’s Free! 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III

Some classic project cars can be so cheap that they seem almost too good to be true. This 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is a prime example because its owner wants to give it away to some lucky person…. more»

Tidy Driver: 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite Mark IV

With winter fast approaching, now would seem to be the least logical time to buy a classic British sports car. However, nothing could be further from the truth. Those colder months allow a new owner time to partake in… more»

Certificate of Destruction: 1954 Jaguar XK120

The tragedy of this Jaguar XK 120 here on Copart in Punta Gorda South, Florida is plain to see. The car was totally restored and then badly flooded. Copart listings are fairly terse and don’t give much information. But… more»

V8/5-Speed: 1954 Jaguar XK120 Drophead Coupe

One glance at the custom paint shade suggests that this 1954 Jaguar XK120 Drophead Coupe could be anything but average. If you harbor those suspicions, a closer investigation reveals that you are on the money. The seller installed an… more»

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