The side pipes poking out from underneath this 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 are a good indication not everything is stock under the solid body! The car has been stored in a dry carport since 1979 and is now listed… more»
British Classic Cars
Aug 16, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Ravaged by Racoons: Austin Healey 3000 Mark 3
This Austin Healey 3000 Mark 3 is in rough shape, there’s no way to sugarcoat it. It’s listed as a 1968, although the last year for this model was 1967, so the actual year is unknown. The only way… more»
Aug 15, 2021 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Potent Upgrade: 1988 Jaguar XJ-S
While the Jaguar XJ-S is instantly recognized as one of the world’s great Grand Tourers, few people remember that the cars also tasted significant success in motorsport. Bob Tullius steered one to victory in the 1977 Trans Am series,… more»
Aug 13, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Sterling: 70s Kit Car Survivor?
Can a kit car be a survivor? The Sterling (or Nova, Eureka, Sebring, Cimbria, Sovran, Puma, Totem, Eagle, Scorpion, Ledl, Defi, Gryff, and Tarantula!) may have the distinction of having been produced under the most names of any coupe… more»
Aug 12, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Clean 1976 Triumph TR7
As far as little British sports cars go, pretty much par for the course is MG or Austin Healey. Triumph, in my opinion, especially the TR7, is underrated. The styling makes it look like a baby Lancia Stratos, and… more»
Aug 12, 2021 • For Sale • 34 Comments
LS-Swapped! 1974 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow
One of the most common things we see in a post comment section when we feature an unusual car with engine issues is the famed “LS swap it” universal solution. That’s exactly what someone has completed with this 1974… more»
Aug 12, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
1974 Jensen Interceptor Mk. III Barn Find
The ad for this 1974 Jensen Interceptor Mk. III states that it was stored indoors for 20 years until recently in the desert area of California. It’s now listed for sale here on eBay, with a buy-it-now of $22,995… more»
Aug 12, 2021 • For Sale • 42 Comments
Rare Roadster: 1946 Triumph 1800
Over the past decade, we have featured literally thousands of classic cars here at Barn Finds. It would be fair to say that British sports cars have received a strong representation, but I admit that this 1946 Triumph 1800… more»
Aug 10, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Radwood Ready! 1985 Jaguar XJS
As an unabashed Jaguar XJS fan, I was pleased when fellow Barn Finds writer Scotty G. alerted me to this gorgeous find submitted by reader Pat L. Not only does this XJS appear to be in beautiful shape, it… more»
Aug 8, 2021 • For Sale • 19 Comments
British Sleeper: 1982 Rover SD1 V8
Here’s something you don’t see every day: a 1982 Rover SDI equipped with a V8 and a manual gearbox. This is one of the more unusual models you could possibly choose to import from among the legions of eligible… more»
Aug 8, 2021 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Proper English Sport Sedan: 1936 Riley Kestrel Sprite
The ideal sport sedan is generally considered a BMW M5 in the modern era. Fast, nimble, powerful, and exclusive. Way before BMW decided to put a big engine in a midsize family sedan, Riley made the English equivalent. Svelte,… more»
Aug 7, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Everything Must Go! Variety of Cars in Kansas
When you see a group of cars offered for sale in various states of repair/disrepair, you must wonder how the collection came about. Especially when it seems the seller does not lean toward a specific make or production era…. more»
Aug 5, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Two For One Sale! 1960’s Vintage Sunbeam Alpines
It’s a BOGO (Buy One Get One!). My local supermarket does it all the time, car sellers? Not so much so. But that’s the case here, purchase a 1964 Sunbeam Alpine and a ’66 (or maybe it’s a ’67)… more»
Aug 5, 2021 • For Sale • 26 Comments
What Would You Do? 1980 FV103 Spartan Tank
Is your Uncle Ned one of those people that’s hard to find a birthday gift for? Why spend hours pouring through online sites for a new tie or pipe and get him an FV103 Spartan tank instead! It’s a… more»
Aug 5, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Former Road Racer: 1967 Austin Mini Cooper S
The Mini was a successful sub-compact produced by British Motor Corporation (BMC) and its successors from 1959-00. It’s considered an icon in popular 1960s British culture. With the car’s space-saving transverse engine and front-wheel-drive layout, the Mini is considered… more»
Aug 4, 2021 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Sitting For 45 Years: 1957 Triumph TR3 Project
It’s always nice to have a few options available when considering the question of a project build. That is what is on offer with this 1957 Triumph TR3. The car has been parked for the past 45-years, but the… more»
