10 £10k classic cars for sale now

Beat the January blues

New year, new car? If that’s what you’re thinking but your bank balance has suffered over Christmas, or perhaps your New Year’s Resolution is to get into classic car motoring but you’d like to make your first foray without breaking the bank, we might be able to help.

To give you some inspiration, we’ve found 10 classic cars for sale now – or very soon! – in the UK that could be yours for a relatively modest £10,000 or less.

What’s more, most appear to be ready to be enjoyed. Temptation awaits…

1. 1970 Morris Minor (£9750)

We’re starting with this pretty-looking Morris, spotted for sale with marque specialist West Riding Classic Cars in Hebden Bridge.

And if you’re after a starter classic to kick-off your journey into the world of older cars, something like this could be ideal.

1970 Morris Minor (cont.)

This Smoke Grey example is described as ‘stunning looking’, ‘well sorted’ and rust free, with a very presentable and original interior.

What’s more, the vendor says this Morris Minor ‘drives like a dream too’.

Listed at £9750, you can find out more here.

2. 1999 Subaru Impreza Turbo 2000 (est: £9-11,000)

We will admit we’ve been a little cheeky here, because you can’t buy this Impreza today. It is being sold by Manor Park Classics in a timed auction from 12 noon on Sunday 30 January until 7pm on Sunday 6 February.

But then this example has a mere 39,000 miles on the clock and is said to be in ‘completely unmolested condition’, so it might well be worth the wait.

1999 Subaru Impreza Turbo 2000 (cont.)

A UK-supplied, three-owner car, its distinctive gold 17-inch Prodrive alloys have been refurbished, and inside the apparently original cabin you’ll find a Momo steering wheel.

And you know it will sound great and be a hoot to drive.

Check it out here.

3. 1974 Peugeot 304 Cabriolet (est: £5000-5500)

The Peugeot 304 Cabriolet is a much less common classic – indeed, DVLA data indicates there are fewer than 30 left on British roads.

So if you fancy heading to your local car meet in 2022 safe in the knowledge that no one else is likely to bring a car of the same model, this could be for you.

1974 Peugeot 304 Cabriolet (cont.)

This example’s previous owner had it for 26 years dry stored it, which probably accounts for its apparently great-looking condition (the photos don’t do it justice).

This is certainly a very affordable way into a Pininfarina-penned classic.

Find out more here.

4. 1958 Dodge Coronet Texan Custom Special Edition (est: £5-10,000)

You’re certainly getting a lot for your money with this car – what’s more, it is thought to be the only one of its kind in the UK right now.

Originally registered on New Year’s Eve 1958, it was imported from Texas to the UK in 2005, and it is thought it spent some time serving as a wedding car. Now that would definitely be making a statement on your big day.

There is, of course, a huge engine under the bonnet, in this case a 325cu in – that’s 5.3-litre – V8 matched with a two-speed auto, perfect for relaxed wafting.

1958 Dodge Coronet Texan Custom Special Edition (cont.)

Just look at those wings – and that extravagant chrome detailing. Fabulous.

From 2007, it formed part of a collection with the person who’s now looking to sell it. This collection was dry stored but it does mean it has been on static display for around 15 years, so a full check before you hit the road is prudent.

Believed to be a very original example that’s done fewer than 55,000 miles, it is for sale with The Market by Bonhams in an online auction where it is estimated it will achieve £5-10,000 – take a look here.

5. 1997 Mitsubishi GTO

We’ve not quoted a price for this GTO because its vendor hasn’t listed one, but looking at the values other examples are being pitched at and the fact that, at the time of writing, the current bid on this car was £6222 with a little more than 24 hours to go, we’re pretty certain you can get this within our £10k budget.

Finished in discreet Seattle Silver, those chrome-finished alloys won’t be to all tastes, but fans of Gran Turismo or JDM aficionados might well be able to look beyond that.

1997 Mitsubishi GTO (cont.)

This 94,531km example is a Japanese-market car that came to the UK in 2006. It passed its MoT first time a few months back in October 2021 and was lasted serviced in December 2017, at which point work included replacing the cambelt.

Of course, you get a lot of kit. We’re talking four-wheel steering, electronically controlled suspension, an active exhaust, an electric sunroof, electrically folding wing mirrors, and climate and cruise control. Yes, it is a lot to go wrong, but a lot to enjoy, too.

Bidding closes on Collecting Cars at 8:25pm on 7 January, here.

6. 1964 Fiat 600D (est: £4500-5500)

It’s time for a change of pace with our next classic pick – and you’ll have to wait a little longer to bid, because this, too, has been consigned to Manor Park Classics’ 30 January-6 February auction.

However, it could be worth it, given it is a right-hand-drive, matching-numbers, UK car that has been with the same family since new.

1964 Fiat 600D (cont.)

In fact, 42,580 miles and 58 years since it rolled off the production line, it still wears all its original panels – and the original engine warning sticker is still present.

For usability, it now has an electronic ignition, but this appears to be a very honest example of a sweet classic. Find out more here.

7. 1932 Standard Little Nine (£9950)

Or how about something pre-war with your £10,000 budget?

It was the baby of Standard’s range 90 years ago and today this car still has a lot to offer thanks, in part at least, to its last owner carrying out a comprehensive restoration – meaning all that’s left for its next keeper is to maintain it and enjoy it.

1932 Standard Little Nine (cont.)

How much work was done? Well, the engine was rebuilt as part of a complete mechanical overhaul, it received new tyres and brakes, it’s had a bare-metal respray, the suspension and chassis were restored, it has a new wiring loom, all exterior brightwork was rechromed, the cabin has been retrimmed and all the glass replaced – we said it was comprehensive.

And 21st-century drivers might be reassured to know that a repeater now supplements the car’s original semaphore arm.

Take a closer look here.

8. 1998 Jaguar XJ (£8000)

It is hard to believe that this car is now 24 years old, but it has lost none of its presence or luxury.

Described by its vendor as ‘magnificent’, this Mistral Blue, V8-powered Jaguar XJ would make a refined way to purr through 2022.

It was cared for by its supplying dealer between 1998 and 2007, and has had seven services since at independent garages.

1998 Jaguar XJ (cont.)

The cabin is trimmed in Oatmeal Leather and the front seats have lumbar support, it wears 16-inch alloy wheels and emits a sense of effortless elegance.

Now with 62,000 miles under its wheels, it is being sold by Scottish dealer Peter Vardy Heritage, whose listing says it is a ‘fantastic and majestic classic’ – all for £8000. Check it out here.

9. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL500 (est: £12-15,000)

You might have to stretch your £10,000 budget to secure this, but then when it was new it was the most glamorous and sophisticated pillarless two-door the three-pointed star had to offer.

Designed by Bruno Sacco, in all just over 26,000 140-series coupés were built and this one is a right-hand-drive example finished in demure Brilliant Silver Metallic, with 66,450 miles on the clock.

1998 Mercedes-Benz CL500 (cont.)

Of course, this is an S-Class coupé from the 1990s, so everything that can be electrically powered is.

We’re talking the electrically assisted soft-closing doors, the arm that offers front occupants their seatbelt, the rear headrests and the rear window blind, the latter an option. That is a lot to go wrong, but we are told everything works perfectly.

Apparently there’s a Rachmaninov cassette in the original Mercedes-Benz tape deck, too – see it for yourself here. Bidding on The Market by Bonhams closes at 8:30pm on Wednesday 12 January.

10. 1987 MGB Roadster (£8750)

We finish with this Inca Yellow, rubber-bumper MGB Roadster that could be adding a dash of colour to your driveway in 2022.

The MGB celebrates its 60th anniversary this year and although this is a younger, 35-year-old example, it could be a lovely way to mark this significant milestone.

1987 MGB Roadster (cont.)

The odometer shows 84,000 miles and although not a pristine example, its vendor says it has a tidy interior, decent paintwork and it drives nicely, too.

And it is good to know it will be sold with a tonneau cover.

All for £8750 – find out more here.