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Classic Roadsters for Sale
Classic roadsters. What a unique term, for a unique version of automobile! While roadsters presently mean any car with a convertible roof, the term classic roadsters were for those two seat cars that didn't have a roof and weather protection. In fact, going back even further, the term roadster meant a horse suitable for use in travelling!
The Lifestyle of Classic roadsters
Classic roadsters were those cars very early on in the history of automobiles that had none of the conveniences of modern cars. The classic roadsters were raw, travelling machines. Built entirely out of metal, with some wheels, lights, a body and an engine, they were designed to get you places in style, but not comfort.
These cars are still adored now-a-days, with some seeing them as the pure representation of automobiles, while others like the sheer simplicity of them and clarity of mind to design and build them.
Classic roadsters and movies
Classic roadsters are a very classic sight in Hollywood movies. Without even naming a movie, all I have to describe to you is the scene of a man driving, and a lady in the passenger seat with sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat and a scarf flying through the air, with the West Coast flying by behind them. These cars were used so much in the movies because they denoted the feeling of moving forward against and in spite of the elements, while being able to take in the fresh air and get a feeling of exhilaration.
The most memorable Classic roadsters
Likely the most memorable classic roadsters were those that were mass-produced. These would be the Ford Model T, which would become one of the greatest selling cars of all time, and the Austin 7. Apart from that, while many developed at the time looked the same, you could tell the silhouette apart. Those with an interest in classic roadsters however, would feel hard-done-by if we didn't also mention the Bugatti Royale (or Type 41), or the Duesenberg Model J, which were both the cream of premium products at the time, with only very few being made!
Important classic roadster events
Unfortunately, due to the age of classic roadsters (with many being developed in the 20s and 30s), many have no longer survived. However, car events happen all over the world for what they term classic roadsters (which are normally those from the 40's to the 70's). In the UK there is the Perthshire Classic Car Festival and Drive It Day in April, and The Donington Historic Festival and Hutton-In-The-Forest Classic Car and Bike Show in May, while many make-specific events happen throughout the year. If you search online, you're bound to find one near you!
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1962 | MG MGA 1600
MG MGA 1600 MKII Roadster Restored condition, "Orient Red" over a Tan leather interior, Walnut veneer dashboard and center console, Upgraded by the last owner and very well maintained,
1967 | Alfa Romeo 1600 Spider Duetto
Alfa Romeo Spider 1600 Duetto Very original and unrestored condition, Nice interior, Well driving "true survivor"
1980 | MG MGB Limited Edition
MG B Tourer Limited Edition "Overdrive" Driver's quality 31 Years same ownership, One of approximately 6.668 Limited Edition models produced, Four speed manual transmission with overdrive, LE version - Known as the last built before MG closed in 1980, The MGB is the quintessential British sports car of its era,
1959 | MG MGA Twin Cam
MG MGA TWIN CAM ROADSTER Restored condition, Equipment includes 15″ knock-off steel wheels - green leather low-back bucket seats, Subject to a body off restoration in the late '90s, British Racing Green over dark green interior, One of only 2111 Twin-Cams built
1973 | Jaguar E-Type V12
Hardtop - Nut & Bolt Restored - 5 speed Getrag -
1962 | Mercedes-Benz 190 SL
1962 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL
1956 | MG MGA 1500
MG MGA 1500 Roadster Completely correct in the beautiful "Black over Red" color scheme as in 1956, 'Nut and bolt' restored to factory specifications,
1958 | MG MGA 1500
MG MGA 1500 Roadster Restored condition, Heritage certificated, Old English White over Red leather
1973 | Mercedes-Benz 350 SL
Mercedes Benz 350 SL Cabriolet V8 200cv
1971 | Mercedes-Benz 280 SL
bestens gepflegte Pagode 280 SL Automatik in dunkelgrün/braun - Zustand Note 2
1986 | Mercedes-Benz 300 SL
Gepflegter 300SL
1967 | Jaguar E-Type 4.2
Jaguar E-Type 4,2 Roadster, Serie 1