Front brake disc conversionNew hoodJDHT Certificate The Jaguar XK120 was manufactured between 1948 and 1954; Jaguar's first sportscar since the SS100, which ceased production in 1940. The XK120 was launched in roadster form at the 1948 London Motor Show as a show car for the new Jaguar XK engine. It cau..
The Austin FX3 was introduced in 1948 and produced until 1958. Designed specifically for London's streets, the FX3 was developed by Austin in collaboration with taxi specialists Mann & Overton and coachbuilder Carbodies. It featured a 2200cc four-cylinder petrol engine, later supplemented by a more economical diesel version. Known for its di..
Restored exampleSignificant works by specialist Bill Rawles The 1957 Austin Healey 100/6 is a classic British sportscar known for its elegant styling and spirited performance. An evolution of the Austin Healey 100, the 100/6 introduced a more powerful 2.6 litre inline-six engine, delivering improved performance ..
The Triumph TR3 was built between 1955 and 1957 and was powered by a 1991cc engine which initially produced 95bhp increasing to 100bhp at 5000rpm. The four-speed manual transmission could be supplemented by an overdrive unit on the top three ratios electrically operated and controlled by a switch on the dashboard. In 1956, the front brakes chang..
New clutch fittedNew wheels and Blockley tyresRecent expenditure of £9,760 Following the end of WWII, Aston Martin faced its third major financial crisis when a lack of capital prevented the development of new and necessary post-war models. A cryptic advertisement in The Times caught successful industri..
Upgraded specificationTwo-time Cape to Cape rally entrant The MGC was the first 'high performance' version of the MGB. From early on in the design stages of the MGB there was an intention to create high performance variants, using a range of Vee engines that did not make it to production. The MGC was much more t..
Substantial history fileConcours winnerOlder restoration The 1950 MG TD combined the TC's drivetrain, a modified hypoid-geared rear axle, the MG Y-Type chassis, a familiar T-Type style body and independent suspension using coil springs from the MG Y-Type saloon. Also new was rack and pinion steering, sm..
One owner from newOnly 5,187 miles from newCarbon body MG's striking SV was designed by Peter Stevens, Royal College of Art Designer who had been responsible for McLaren’s F1 and was based on the platform of the Qvale Mangusta. Prior to the demise of MG Rover, a team had been working on a project to ret..
Previous ownership for 25 yearsRestored example The Ford E83W, also sold under the Fordson brand, was a 10cwt (half ton) light commercial vehicle, built at the UK's Dagenham plant between 1938 and 1957. They were powered by the 1172cc Ford side valve engine, with a commercial gearbox, and were equipped with a ve..
Only three owners from 1961 to 2014Rare fixed head coupé, one of only 219 produced When the MGA arrived in 1955, it must have come as quite a shock to MG aficionados who had become accustomed to the pre-war look of the company's sports cars. It was a complete departure in styling and its beautiful, streamlined b..