Amphibious vehicles have been around since the 1700s, starting with horse-drawn wagons that could tolerate water. The first self-propelled boat-car was the Orukter Amphibolos, a steam-powered wagon invented in 1805. In the 1870s, logging companies used amphibious tugs to… more»
British Classic Cars
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BF Auction: 1972 Jaguar E-Type 2+2 Project
Few cars capture the imagination of enthusiasts like the Jaguar E-Type. Even Enzo Ferrari famously called it “the most beautiful car in the world.” This 1972 Jaguar E-Type 2+2 Fixed Head Coupe, now up for auction in Manchester, Vermont,… more»
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Yard Find: 1970 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
Sometimes we ask, “What would you do with this car – restore it or use it for parts?” But I’m going to call it early on this Rolls – it’s a parts car. The seller suggests this route himself, but… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1969 MGB GT
Although MG was known primarily for its roadsters, there’s some evidence that they truly saw themselves as a company that wanted to make a good closed tourer. Their first real shot appeared as the beautiful MGA coupe, but its… more»
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Hurry! Free Triumphs And Parts
It’s not often free* classics come onto the market (*=donations appreciated), especially multiple ones at the same time with a spare parts supply! These Triumphs are located in Clinton, Indiana, for the moment, although they are due to be… more»
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Bargain 1989 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur?
Now here’s an intriguing prospect. For the price of a used Honda Accord, you can own a pretty nice 1989 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (the long wheelbase version of the Silver Spirit). It’s offered for $8,500 on Craigslist in Woodland,… more»
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Series 1 Starter: 1964 Jaguar E-Type 3.8 OTS Project
If you’ve been hunting for an early, covered-headlight E-Type roadster to build your way, this 1964 Jaguar XKE OTS Series 1 3.8, listed here on eBay, looks like a solid starting point with the right bones and a straightforward… more»
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Fun Brit: 1961 Triumph Herald 1200
This chipper little roadster is a 1961 Triumph Herald 1200, featured here on craigslist for $7800. It’s located in Phoenix, Arizona, and T.J. sent us this tip – thanks, T.J.! The Herald was first launched in 1959 in sedan… more»
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A Big Visual Statement! 1985 Rolls-Royce Corniche
Nothing says “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous” like a 1985 Rolls-Royce Corniche convertible. Of course, you have to exclaim it with a low, thick voice like you’re about to hock up a wad of caviar, but I’m digressing…. more»
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BF Auction: 1952 Austin A40 Sports
In the early 1950s, finding a sports car with a lightweight aluminum body was something reserved for high-dollar, low-production cars, but Austin tried to change that. After seeing the Jensen Interceptor, Austin’s chairman, Leonard Lord approached Jensen about designing… more»
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Spicy V8 Brit! 1978 MGB Sebring GT
With side pipes, a V8 under the bonnet, and a body flare kit, this 1978 MGB looks more aggressive than most. After becoming too uncomfortable for its owner, the muscular British drop-top comes to market here on Craigslist. Extroverts… more»
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Bolt-On Charm: 1960 Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite with Hard Top
Few small sports cars have captured the hearts of enthusiasts like the Austin-Healey Sprite, and the earliest “Bugeye” models are among the most beloved. This 1960 example, now listed here on eBay, is a wonderfully complete survivor with some… more»
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Nearly There: 1954 MG TF Project With Clean California Bones
There’s something timeless about MG’s T-Series, and the TF in particular carries the graceful lines of a car that was both the end of an era and a bridge to the MGA that followed. This 1954 MG TF, listed… more»
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Early Model Rarity: 1959 TVR Grantura
By now, we all know TVR as the fledgling automaker that made charming sports cars featuring lightweight construction and a variety of engine choices ranging from mild to wild. The car that started it all was the Grantura, which… more»
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Running Project: 1977 Lotus Eclat
The seller of this Lotus Eclat claims to have 50 project cars in his collection and that lost storage is forcing him to start selling some of his cars off. This Lotus Eclat is the first one up, and… more»
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Stored Since 1982: 1959 Jaguar MK2 3.8
The Jaguar Mark II is one of the most important and successful cars the British automaker has ever built. It was everything at the time: opulent, fast, and looking like nothing else on the road. To think that this… more»
