Budget Classics - 60/70s era £4/5k

[nitrodave]

Got space in the garage and £4/5 max to spend on something.

Don't necessarily want a performance car, but something with a bit of charm and character
A classic so from the 60s/70s
Easy to work on
potentially increasing asset

Only things which spring to mind are VW Beetles and MGB BTs.

Any other suggestions within budget?

[ST270]

Reliant Scimitar Se5A (late 60's early 70's) or an early 6B (late 70's early 80's)

3.0 L Ford essex engine - lovely sound - great looking fastback, and a good steer. Cheap too!

http://www.preloved.co.uk/adverts/show/613957667/1...

http://www.preloved.co.uk/adverts/show/613144058/1...

[Yiliterate]

A Mini of some description might just fit the bill...!

[plasticpig]

Series 3 Land Rover. Probably not what you are looking for but dead easy to work on.
Triumph Spitfire is possibly just within budget.

[300bhp/ton]

nitrodave said:

Got space in the garage and £4/5 max to spend on something.

Don't necessarily want a performance car, but something with a bit of charm and character
A classic so from the 60s/70s
Easy to work on
potentially increasing asset

Only things which spring to mind are VW Beetles and MGB BTs.

Any other suggestions within budget?

I would think you have close to an endless choice of vehicles. All depends what you want really.

Be it Triumph or Rover saloons. A sports car, 4x4 or little run abouts like a Morris Minor, Imp or Mini.

Most things British will have a following and parts supply. But other marques offer lots too.