This is a low-mileage, apparently unmolested 1983 Rolls-Royce Corniche convertible “in top-notch shape” here on eBay in Venice, California (perfect habitat), with bidding that has only reached about $18,000. Alas, not enough to meet the reserve. That’s Honda Fit… more»
British Classic Cars
Aug 26, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Running Drop-Top: 1952 Sunbeam-Talbot 90
The Sunbeam-Talbot 90 was produced by Sunbeam-Talbot (Rootes Group) in the United Kingdom from 1948 to 1954. After that, it was known as the Sunbeam Mk III until 1957. It was a peppy car in a variety of body… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Garage Dweller: 1957 Jaguar Mark VIII
Jaguar’s heritage began in 1935 when it emerged from the Swallow Sidecar Company. “Jaguar” was the company’s model name for a 3.5-liter two-seat roadster. At the same time, SS sold a 2.5-liter saloon. From these twin strands of DNA… more»
Aug 25, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Spit-Six: 1980 Triumph Spitfire
It is fair to say that some cars suffered more than others following the adoption of tighter emission laws during the 1970s. Many classic British sports cars already featured engines with relatively modest power and torque, but the figures… more»
Aug 25, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Classic Car and Motorcycle Collection: Taking Offers!
It is not uncommon for enthusiasts to downsize their collections, disposing of one or two classics. However, the owner of this collection has around nine vehicles ready to go immediately, with more becoming available later. It appears there is… more»
Aug 25, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Update: Garage Find! 1927 Rolls-Royce Twenty Cabriolet
UPDATE: This 1927 Rolls-Royce Twenty cabriolet is now at auction here on eBay, with bidding at $12,121, reserve met. Considering that no one was interested three weeks ago when the seller advertised the car on craigslist for $8000, he… more»
Aug 25, 2024 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Take One or Both! Pair of Vintage Triumphs
Triumph was one of many British sports cars to create a stir in the U.S. in the 1950s and 1960s Two of their most popular models were the TR3 (built from 1955 to 1962) and the Spitfire from 1962… more»
Aug 24, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Time For A Drophead? 1960 Austin Healey 3000
Frequent tipster TJ threw this little nugget our way: a 1960 Austin Healey 3000 coming out of an estate with an apparent 63,800 miles on the odometer and looking in pretty good health, if you get past the surface…. more»
Aug 22, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Hard Work Done: 1972 MGB
Okay, folks, the gauntlet has well and truly been thrown down. Barn Finder ccrvtt spotted this wonderful 1972 MGB project and says they will buy it if one of you doesn’t. That sounds like a challenge almost too good… more»
Aug 22, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Rust-Free Survivor: 1996 Land Rover Defender 300Tdi
The Land Rover enjoys a well-earned reputation for ruggedness and the ability to tackle almost any obstacle short of the north face of Mount Everest. This 1996 Defender 300Tdi is a private import that hails from a dry climate…. more»
Aug 20, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Boosted Brit! 1991 Bentley Turbo R
In the 1960s and ’70s Bentley existed largely as a “Rolls-Royce with no hood ornament” before RR honored Bentley’s racing roots with the Mulsanne Turbo in 1982. The Bentley Turbo R continues that spirit, a powerful and luxurious super-cruiser… more»
Aug 19, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Parked for 5 Years: 1977 Lotus Esprit S1
Colin Chapman was a lateral thinker whose innovative ideas forever changed the world of motorsport. He knew cars with modest engine power could offer excellent performance if every excess ounce was pruned away, coining the iconic phrase, “simplify and… more»
Aug 19, 2024 • For Sale • 53 Comments
Left Hand Drive: 1939 Ford Thames Panel Van
When was the last time you spied one of these, a 1939 Ford Thames panel van? Maybe never, right? This one’s an export model as it is equipped with left-hand drive – not exactly what one would expect from… more»
Aug 19, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
American Gullwing! Fiberfab Banshee/Caribee
In the 1960s and 1970s, the automotive world had a love/hate relationship with kit cars. On the one hand, the varied body kits offered dreamers the chance to build an exotic-looking car with their custom touches. On the other… more»
Aug 19, 2024 • Auctions • 14 Comments
BF Auction: 1972 Jaguar XJ6
Jaguar introduced its iconic XJ6 to the waiting world in 1968, with Series 1 cars remaining on sale until 1973. It produced its latest model in short and long-wheelbase form, with our feature 1972 XJ6 the former. It recently… more»
Aug 18, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Tiny Racer: 1935 Austin Seven “Nippy”
Auto companies springing from British bicycle and motorcycle manufacturing were as common as dirt in the early 1900s, but Austin derived from Wolseley, which made sheep shearing equipment. Herbert Austin was running Wolseley when he started making motors to… more»
