Okay, I get it. Some readers will have a burning passion for owning a classic British sports car, but finding one that doesn’t require spending a king’s ransom on restoration can be challenging. However, vehicles like this 1954 MG… more»
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Nov 15, 2023 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Cheap Wheels! 1968 MG Midget
If you’re into small sports cars, they don’t come much shorter than the MG Midget. It was a little roadster built across four generations by MG from 1961 to 1979. Once you get into one of these cars, you… more»
Nov 13, 2023 • Auctions • 19 Comments
BF Auction: 1961 MGA 1600 Roadster
Classic British sports cars make excellent project candidates because manufacturers typically adhered to two fundamental principles when designing a new model. The first was to raid the parts bin for as many drivetrain components as possible. This meant they… more»
Oct 31, 2023 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Too Small? 1974 MG Midget
To be honest, we are fairly spoiled as consumers. We live in a time where choices are plenty and everything is bigger. At least for now. Take for example automobiles. Lengths, widths, and curb weights average out to be… more»
Oct 27, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Rust-Free Project: 1952 MG TD
Classic British sports cars from the 1950s make ideal restoration projects because the engineering and construction of most was elegantly simple. The greatest challenge is locating a suitable candidate not beset with rust issues. That’s where this 1952 MG… more»
Oct 2, 2023 • Our Projects • 9 Comments
Barn Find Garage Update: 1977 MGB Roadster
We’ve got so many projects currently going on at the Barn Finds Garage that I said no more new ones until a few have been completed. Well, Jesse drug home another derelict, but this is one that we have… more»
Oct 2, 2023 • Auctions • 25 Comments
BF Auction: 1952 MG TD
Over its nearly 20-year run, MG’s T-Type saw a number of updates and improvements. The TD was the fourth iteration and saw a number of changes that made it a more comfortable and easier-to-use car. While some didn’t like… more»
Sep 30, 2023 • Auctions • 20 Comments
BF Auction: 1958 MGA Roadster
In the world of British Sports cars, you can’t get much more iconic than the MGA. Its lovely styling, simplicity, and agile handling made it an instant hit for MG. This example is part of a collection of classic… more»
Sep 25, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Affordable Drop-Top: 1974 MGB
Finding a project candidate that is solid, affordable, and promises to be a straightforward restoration can be challenging, but that appears to be the opportunity awaiting the new owner of this 1974 MGB. The seller’s grandfather has been tinkering… more»
Sep 19, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
No Reserve: 1972 MG Midget
In the beginning, there was the cheap, cheerful Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite. This car filled the “simple sports car” niche that Donald Healey felt had been vacated as its own cars grew heavier and gained seats. At first, the Bugeye… more»
Sep 12, 2023 • Auctions • 30 Comments
BF Auction: 1974 MGB Roadster
Rubber bumper MGBs represent a major bargain in the classic car world. You could swap out the bumpers for chrome ones, but frankly, this is a car that should just be maintained and driven! It’s not a perfect specimen… more»
Sep 11, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Owned For 40 Years: 1953 MG TD
Long-term ownership can often determine whether an enthusiast pursues a classic car to park in their garage. This 1953 MG TD ticks that box, with its current owner having been its custodian for over four decades. It has spent… more»
Sep 7, 2023 • Our Projects • 6 Comments
Barn Finds Garage Update: 1967 MG Midget
It’s been a little while since we’ve done a garage update, but we’ve also been incredibly busy with Barn Finds Auctions, so we haven’t had much time to work on our projects. I decided to take a break from… more»
Sep 1, 2023 • Auctions • 9 Comments
BF Auction: 1977 MGB Roadster
There are two things to love about classic British sports cars. The first is that they are enormously enjoyable to own and drive. More importantly, the elegantly simple engineering makes them the ideal candidate for an enthusiast seeking a… more»
Aug 27, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Mix and Match: MGA Twin Cam Roadster Project
August must be MGA Twin Cam month because we just covered a coupe here. But hey, the more the merrier! Here on craigslist is a different proposition altogether: an MGA Twin Cam bits ‘n pieces project, with a correct… more»
Aug 26, 2023 • Exclusives • 8 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1979 MGB Roadster
British sports cars remain popular in the classic market, and there are good reasons for this. They provide an engaging driving experience, and the simple engineering of most makes them prime candidates for restoration and ongoing maintenance in a… more»
