The time has come to part ways with our Mini Cooper. It was a fun project to undertake and is an even more fun car to drive. When it came to us, it had been off the road for… more»
British Classic Cars
BF Exclusive: 1961 Jaguar 3.8 Mk 2 Saloon
Some classics are worth a closer look than others. Take this 1961 Jaguar 3.8 Mk 2 Saloon as a prime example. It has belonged to passionate enthusiasts of the British marque from within the same family since 1969. Naturally,… more»
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1 of 2,061: 1975 Chevrolet Cosworth Vega
The 1970s Chevy Vega is a largely forgettable car. Unless you happen to have a 1975-76 Cosworth Vega, which had a performance DOHC head. And while more than two million Vegas were produced from 1971 to 1977, only 3,500… more»
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25k Mile No-Reserve Rolls: 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
In the mid-1960’s I owned a Rolls-Royce Phantom V. What a car. It was champagne in color with a white inerior. Oh, and one other detail: it was the first Matchbox car that I purchased. Even though I was… more»
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British Taxi Project: 1966 Austin FX4
When I was a kid, a London taxi was one of the more instantly recognizable classic vehicles. Similar to the double decker bus, you instinctively knew when you were looking at the genuine article courtesy of its black paint… more»
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45k Original Miles: 1959 Jaguar XK150 OTS
It is sometimes challenging to find the right words to describe a classic. Take this 1959 Jaguar XK150 OTS as a prime example. Its presentation is superb, and its mechanical specifications promise excellent performance. If I were to sum… more»
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Two Tone Project: 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II
There can sometimes be a temptation with a certain model you’ve seen a dozen times – maybe 100 times – in the past. It never appealed to you before but all of the sudden, it scratches an itch. Perhaps… more»
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Zero Rust: 1967 Rover 2000 TC
If you’re attracted to the idea of owning a 1960s British classic, but don’t want a sports car, this 1967 Rover 2000 TC could be a worthy candidate. It presents nicely, offering room for a family of four. The… more»
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No Reserve: 1970 Lotus Europa S2
Hiding in this garage is a car that was the product of one of the most innovative minds in motorsport history. Colin Chapman focused on weight reduction with his Formula One machinery, adopting the same approach with his Lotus… more»
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1 of 411: 1992 Aston Martin Virage
The Aston Martin Virage is an intriguing specimen among the variety of high-end GT cars the company has produced over the years. Caught between various ownership groups and severe financial issues, it’s amazing the company produced anything of merit… more»
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Series III Project: 1976 Aston Martin V8
There are some cars you simply don’t associate with being a project. Due to collectability, scarcity, value, or all of the above, the vehicle just seems like it could never be treated as someone’s cheaply modified project. This 1976… more»
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No Reserve Survivor: 1979 MGB Roadster
Some British sports cars don’t sell for big money, making them affordable for enthusiasts on a budget. That could potentially be the case with this 1979 MGB. It is an extraordinarily tidy vehicle with no obvious needs. The owner… more»
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Rainy But Magnificent: Portland’s April Swap Meet
Every April, regular as rain (and it does), a consortium of car clubs hosts two swap meets – one at Portland International Raceway and one at the nearby Expo Center. Every year, I’m there, sifting through greasy rust for… more»
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Exotic Four Seater: 1976 Lotus Elite
For sale here on Facebook Marketplace in San Antonio, Florida, with an asking price of $7,000, is this restoration-in-progress 1976 Lotus Elite, wearing its original yellow paint. These cars are pretty rare. The owner informs us that only 220… more»
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Save the Mets! Buy One, All Or Parts, 1952-1963 Nash Metropolitan
I suppose it starts with a “buy one, get the parts car for free” deal- and voilà! you have two Metropolitans. No big deal, they’re little. Then, because you have a pair, your girlfriend’s uncle’s brother gives you another… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1977 MGB Roadster
This 1977 MG-B Roadster, located in Madison, Connecticut, feels like one of those honest enthusiast cars that’s been part of a family for decades and is now ready for its next chapter. Listed as a Barn Finds Classified with… more»
