40 bargain classic cars for sale now

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£25k classics you can buy now​

So, let’s say you have £25,000 burning a hole in your bank account. What are you going to spend it on?
There’s plenty of choice at the Classic Car Auctions Summer Sale. On Saturday 17 June, more than 180 cars will go under the hammer – and many of them have pre-sale estimates within our self-imposed £25,000 budget.
From restoration projects to mint modern classics, there’s something for most tastes across a variety of eras.
Presented in age order, here’s our pick of the lots. Could you be tempted?

 

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1. 1952 MG TD Midget (est: £14-18,000)​

This left-hand-drive MG was originally supplied to the US market, returning to the UK in 1992 following a decade-long restoration.
After eight years with the current owner, this well-presented example is ready for its new keeper to enjoy.
And Classic Car Auctions’ estimate places this TD well within our £25,000 budget.

 

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2. 1956 Chrysler Windsor Deluxe Sedan (est: £12-15,000)​

There are a number of American classic cars in this auction’s catalogue and this Chrysler Windsor Deluxe caught our eye.
With a V8 under the bonnet, whitewall tyres plus a vibrant orange and black interior, it’s a striking machine inside and out.

 

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3. 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite (est: £10-12,000)​

Kermit green seems an appropriate colour for a ‘Frogeye’ Sprite. But this red suits the car well.
Bought as a birthday present for its current owner, this early example looks like a gift with a £10-12,000 pre-sale estimate.
Although right-hand drive, the car has been in Belgium for many years, so will need to be registered in the UK by its next keeper.

 

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4. 1965 Triumph Spitfire 4 Mk2 (est: £8-10,000)​

The Mk2 featured a number of improvements over the original Spitfire, with revised camshafts, a water-cooled intake manifold and a tubular exhaust manifold increasing power to 67bhp.
From 1965 to 2018 this car was passed down through one family, and more recently appeared on television driven by comedian Alan Carr.

 

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5. 1966 Volkswagen Type 2 Split-Screen Camper (est: £20-25,000)​

This left-hand-drive VW campervan was fully restored by the previous owner.
If it reaches its top estimate, it will max out our £25,000 budget, but that’s not silly money for a Type 2 in this condition.
We think the two-tone paintwork really sets off the instantly recognisable shape.

 

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6. 1967 Morris Minor 1000 Series 5 (est: £2-4000)​

Clearly, a Morris Minor with a top estimate of just £4000 is going to need work.
But if you are happy to take on a project, bringing this Morris back to its best could be very rewarding.
This Trafalgar Blue example deserves a good home and a new lease of life.

 

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7. 1968 Daimler V8 250 (est: £2-4000)​

Even in slightly tired condition, this Daimler V8 250 is very tempting.
Our £25,000 budget should leave a tidy sum to spend on recommissioning, although we’d want to give the car a thorough inspection before committing.

 

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8. 1968 MGB GT (est: £10-12,000)​

Who doesn’t love an MGB GT? Exactly.
This Tartan Red example is fitted with a Revotec fan for improved cooling and has recently had an engine rebuild. It looks ready to start up and enjoy.

 

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9. 1969 Fiat 500L (est: £6-8000)​

Famously car-free, the centre of Venice is not the obvious place to find a classic car.
But for many years, this Fiat 500L was on display in the reception of a Venetian hotel.
Classic Car Auctions describes it as ‘entirely usable with the opportunity to add value’.

 

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10. 1970 Volvo 1800E (est: £20-25,000)​

Lots of money has been spent on this Volvo over the past two or three years, including an engine rebuild.
The California White paint suits the car well, while there’s a lovely patina to the red-leather interior.

 

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11. 1971 Bentley T1 (est: £20-25,000)​

Far rarer than the similar Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow, just 1711 Bentley T1 saloons were made.
This elegant machine will need some work to return it to its best – the very top end of the engine has been taken off and stored in the boot! – so you should budget for this work before bidding.
Even so, this is serious luxury for £25,000.

 

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12. 1971 Fiat 500F Abarth replica (est: £10-12,000)​

A genuine Abarth racer might fetch £50,000 or more.
This homage promises the same driving thrills for around a fifth of the outlay and has covered just 120 miles since a £4500 refurbishment in 2020.
A replica perhaps, but a bona fide bargain – and a serious head turner.

 

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13. 1973 Land-Rover Series III (est: £14-18,000)​

A five-figure sum has been spent restoring this Series III Landie, which is believed to have seen service at Heathrow Airport.
This petrol-engined car looks in fine fettle inside and out, ready for its next owner to benefit from someone else’s hard work and investment.

 

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14. 1973 Mini Pick-up 1000 (est: £10-12,000)​

Fun and practical in equal measure, this Mini Pick-up 1000 is our favourite of several Minis consigned to the 17 June Classic Car Auctions sale.
Fitted with a new tilt cover in 2016, there’s something very appealing about a different take on such a popular classic.

 

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15. 1978 Alfa Romeo Spider 2000 Veloce (est: £10-12,000)​

This left-hand-drive Alfa is in US spec, and was imported from the States in 1997.
Classic Car Auctions advises that ‘further detailing would take it to the next level’, but there’s no rush with a roof-down summer to enjoy first.

 

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16. 1979 Triumph TR7 (est: £8-10,000)

Kept as a showroom centrepiece for 14 years, perhaps that’s why this Triumph TR7’s Brooklands Green paint still looks so fresh.
The low mileage is said to be supported by a detailed service history and a stack of invoices.

 

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17. 1980 Mazda RX-7 (est: £10-12,000)

Classic Car Auctions is offering this first-generation, UK-market car that features an unusual period bodykit developed by TWR, along with gold alloys that immediately catch the eye.
The 2.3-litre Wankel rotary engine delivers its power to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission.

 

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18. 1980 Triumph Dolomite Sprint (est: £14-16,000)

With its gutsy 2-litre engine, the Dolomite Sprint posts performance figures that are still respectable today.
Presentable as it appears to be, with a little more spent on it this Triumph could be even smarter, so consider any extra expenditure before placing a bid.

 

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19. 1983 Rover SD1 Vanden Plas (est: £12-15,000)​

This classic Rover has quite a cool history.
It was a factory press car which was originally intended for the Australian market, but never went there.
Instead, in addition to media duties, it was used as the basis of a Corgi model car, one of which is included in the sale.
There are just 58,000 miles on the clock, plus it recently passed its MoT with no advisories.