Words: Charlie Thomas
The words affordable and sports car don’t generally go together, but it is possible to purchase a sporty classic for a reasonable sum. Here are 5 affordable classic sports car for the modern gentleman.
TRIUMPH TR6, 1969-1976
, With its timeless styling and 2.5-litre straight six engine, the TR6 is more than worthy of its classic status.
Price: £5,000 – £25,000
MGB GT, 1962 – 1980
An enduring icon, the MGB started life out as a four-cylinder and went on to be produced with a powerful Rover V8.
Price: £2,000 – £22,000
ALFA ROMEO SPIDER, 1966 – 1993
, One of Italy’s finest, the Alfa Spider sent shockwaves through the car industry when it was introduced in 1966. It’s beauty has aged particularly well, and as a result, a mint example will cost, despite relatively low starting prices.
Price: £2,500 – £30,000
PORSCHE 944, 1982 – 1991
, The 944 was a successful sports car for the German marque throughout the ‘80s. Today a good example can be picked up for under £5,000, giving great performance and pedigree for little money.
Price: £2,000 – £20,000
LOTUS ESPRIT, 1976 – 2004
, One of the most recognisable British sports cars, the Esprit is famed for its iconic wedge shape, good handily characteristics and unfortunately poor reliability. This does mean that newer models can be purchased for little money, although running costs could prove to be expensive.
Price: £8,000 – £40,000
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