British Classic Cars

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Former Movie Star? 1988 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible

Usually, when one mentions Hess & Eisenhardt, thoughts go to Presidential limousines and other such heavily modified, and often armored, vehicles.  As for convertible converters, the name American Sunroof Corporation (ASC), a former OEM contractor, immediately comes to mind…. more»

Rare 1950s Indian Scout Three-Speed Bicycle

Bicycles were more than recreation in post-war Great Britain, they were vital transportation. A lot of people couldn’t afford cars and bicycles provided a way to get to jobs and run errands. This 1950s Indian Scout bicycle is listed… more»

Running Project: 1960 MG MGA 1600

The MGA was an English sports car that replaced the MG TF 1500 Midget and was produced from 1955 to 1962. They were quite popular with sales exceeding 100,000 units, with the vast majority exported to markets like the… more»

Stalled Project: 1957 Triumph TR3

Upon review of this 1957 Triumph TR3, one might be inclined to assume that some previous owner had cornered the Bondo market somewhere in the past and really went to town. Many of the TR3s that are featured here… more»

Survivor Or Just Original? 1978 Ford Fiesta

OK, so today’s burning question is, “Can an econobox be considered a survivor?” Usually, the term is used to describe a little old lady’s Buick LeSabre that has been gently used and only driven to church on Sunday. Or… more»

A Week’s Work? 1959 MG MGA

I sometimes wonder why an owner would part with a restoration project with the finish line in sight. Poor health or a pending divorce could be two reasons, but the story behind this 1959 MGA is unclear. What makes… more»

It’s A Stretch! 1958 V8 Rolls-Royce

Barn Finds has readers, and commenters, from all over the world. I see comments arrive from the U.K., France, Australia, South Africa, and of course, Canada. If I’ve failed to mention other locales, a thousand pardons but these are… more»

Barn Find Estate: 1954 Austin A40 Countryman

If you’re looking for an unusual project, you’d be hard-pressed to find a more eye-catching offering than a 1954 Austin A40 Countryman Estate. Located just southwest of Portland, Oregon, and offered here on Craigslist for $3,000, this British classic… more»

Workshop Finds: Three Jaguar Sedans!

We’ve featured a few listings now from the seller in Oregon who clearly either bought or inherited a forgotten workshop full of derelict classics, and he’s posted a new batch of finds with a series of Jaguar saloons. The… more»

1 of 54: 1953 Jowett Jupiter Mark 1-A

The British-built Jowett Jupiter is one of those cars whose brand isn’t familiar to many people, even some car buffs. It was built between 1950 and 1954 and fewer than 900 of them ever saw the light of day,… more»

Right-Hand-Drive: 1969 Jaguar 420G

The Jaguar 420 and its Daimler sibling, the Sovereign, were sold between 1966 and 1969. By some, they were considered the “ultimate expression of compact sporting saloons” that Jaguar built in the 1960s. The car had its roots in… more»

The Real McCoy: 1991 Land Rover Camel Trophy

In the world of motorsport, few vehicles survive from the bygone days of rough-and-tumble, death-defying racing on or off paved surfaces. In this case it’s a real Camel Trophy team truck and it’s listed for sale here on eBay… more»

Rare Canadian Import: 1973 Ford Cortina Mk III Estate

Developed by Ford of Europe, the Cortina Mk III proved one of the most popular cars to hit the British market during the 1970s. The company exported the vehicle to several foreign markets, including Canada. The seller located this… more»

Turbocharged Driver: 1985 Lotus Esprit

This 1985 Lotus Esprit Turbo has been nicely refreshed by its current owner who has seemingly done the work necessary to bring it back to reliable running condition. Now, it only has 63,000 miles on the clock but common… more»

Stored 11 Years: 1982 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

Let’s see a show of hands for those of you who have owned a Rolls-Royce, I know a few of you have. This car looks slick and sleek on the outside but the once-luxurious interior has seen better days…. more»

Ready To Enjoy! 1966 Sunbeam Alpine Series V

What do you do when you want a Shelby Cobra but can’t afford one? You buy a Sunbeam Tiger! But what do you do when you want a Tiger and can’t afford it? You buy the car it was… more»

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