Cornerstone Classic Cars

02/09/2026

Just arrived today 1951 Chevrolet 3100 Stepside 5 window truck with 350 Small bock 5.7 automatic transmission and power steering. A lovely example of a 50’s Hot Rod Pick up.

01/09/2026

Well it never stops.. We decided to bite the bullet and carry out some more renovations to the Rolls-Royce.

There were some areas that were letting this car down naming the usual suspects the sills and rear arches. So off it went to our Bodyshop and we had all areas addressed. But looking at the results. I’m so happy we did.

30/08/2026

The Bentley Arnage T — one of the greatest Bentleys ever built?

There is a very strong argument that the Bentley Arnage T is not only one of the finest Bentleys of the modern era, but perhaps one of the greatest Bentleys ever built.

The Arnage T came from a very special period in Bentley’s history, when performance, engineering and traditional British craftsmanship came together in a way that is unlikely ever to be repeated. In fact it was a car that only due to circumstances became a car that was never actually designed and built from the drawing board and maybe one of the most special things about this car was its engine that it was never designed to have.

Under the bonnet is Bentley’s legendary 6¾-litre twin-turbocharged V8, delivering enormous power and effortless torque. But the engine is only part of the story.

What makes an Arnage truly special is what went into building the car.

These were hand built at Crewe, with hundreds of hours of skilled craftsmanship going into each individual car. The interior wasn’t simply assembled on a production line; it was created by craftsmen who took enormous pride and time in the smallest details and if it wasn’t right, they would start again. Even the hides used for the copious amounts of leather were carefully selected to create something so special and unique to every car.

The wood alone is something to behold. Beautifully matched veneers were carefully selected, book matched and hand finished, with an incredible depth and richness that is almost impossible to reproduce with modern mass production techniques something that really is not seen today.

Then there is the engine turned aluminium on some cars that were specified with its intricate repeated patterning a beautiful reminder of the traditional craftsmanship and thought that went into these cars.

Look closely and you’ll find details everywhere the stitching of the leather, the weight and feel of the switches, the beautifully machined controls, the chrome, the veneers and the way every material fits together, the way that the solid hand grip on the back of the interior and exterior door handles reflects off of the chrome to add more visual finesse. The large chrome air vents and deep pile lambswool rugs over the already perfect Axminster carpets.

Nothing feels cheap. Nothing feels like an afterthought. Nothing feels production line. It’s just gives anyone that even stands in front of it a sense of elegance and undoubtably special. To someone that has custody of the key that feeling only intensifies.

And then there is the sheer solidity of the car.

Open and close the door of an Arnage and you don’t just hear it open or shut, you feel and hear the engineering behind it.

The Arnage T was also the driver’s Bentley. With more power, revised suspension, sharper steering and a more sporting character than the standard Arnage, it combined traditional Bentley luxury with genuinely serious performance. You can gently waft around at a snails pace with grace and comfort but on the open road this car has a power delivery that will shock most people. Torque figures that even by modern standards are shocking BHP of 450 on older T’s and just over 500 on the later models.

And then there is the extraordinary value they represent today.

This is perhaps the most remarkable thing about an Arnage T.

A car that originally cost well into six figures, and which represents hundreds of hours of hand craftsmanship, a legendary 6¾-litre twin-turbo V8, acres of hand finished leather, beautifully crafted wood and engine-turned aluminium, can today be bought for a fraction of its original price.

You’re getting the presence, craftsmanship and engineering of a genuine Bentley flagship for the sort of money that will buy a relatively ordinary modern luxury car.

Of course, running one isn’t the same as running a family hatchback. These are complex, hand built luxury cars and they need to be maintained properly. But a well maintained Arnage T with a good history can be an astonishing amount of car for the money and as long as it’s driven sensibly and maintained regularly maintenance costs are relatively low. So buy the best you can.

And depreciation has already done much of its damage. Now excellent examples of these extremely wonderful motor cars will without a doubt start to appreciate.

That is what makes them so interesting as a modern classic. You’re not simply buying an old luxury car you’re buying a piece of British automotive history, with the potential to become increasingly appreciated as people realise that cars of this type simply aren’t being made anymore.

There are faster Bentleys.

There are more technologically advanced Bentleys.

But for character, craftsmanship, presence, engineering and sheer sense of occasion, and something that turns heads every time the Arnage T is very difficult to beat.

A 6¾-litre twin-turbo V8, hand-built at Crewe, wrapped in acres of leather and beautifully crafted deep lustrous wood chrome and deep carpeting it feels like a stately home on wheels.

And today, you can buy one for a tiny fraction of what it cost when new.

They simply just do not build cars like this anymore.

Perhaps the Arnage T isn’t just one of the greatest Bentleys ever built.

Perhaps it’s one of the greatest bargains in the modern classic market today.

30/08/2026

🚗 A selection of cars currently available at Cornerstone Classic Cars

Whether you’re looking for your next classic, something a little more special, or simply a car you’ve always wanted, have a look through our current stock.

Can’t see what you’re looking for? Get in touch — we may be able to find it for you.

We’re also always looking for quality classic, modern classic and interesting cars, so if you have something you’re considering selling, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Message us for more information or to discuss your car.

12/08/2026

1969 Ford Cortina Mk2 — Cosworth YB Turbo | 330+ BHP

Cornerstone Classic Cars are delighted to offer something rather special, and very different from the usual classic Ford.

This is a 1969 Ford Cortina Mk2 originally a 1600 Super, but beneath its unmistakable classic lines lies a fully engineered Cosworth YB turbocharged powertrain producing in excess of 330 BHP.

In short, this is an absolute animal.

Originally built as a weekend toy, the car has been developed with serious performance in mind while retaining the unmistakable character and appearance of a Mk2 Cortina. It is the sort of car that looks relatively understated until you turn the key.

The YB 2WD engine was rebuilt approximately nine years ago by Joe Stevens of Hart Power, built to standard specification and using genuine Cosworth pistons. Since then the car has covered relatively few miles, having been used primarily as a weekend toy.

The engine has recently been upgraded with a rebuilt T34 turbocharger with 360 degree bearings and is running a 330+ BHP chip with green injectors. An Airtec large intercooler and radiator are fitted, together with a Bailey breather system.

The drivetrain is equally serious. The car now runs a Cosworth clutch, replacing the previously fitted paddle clutch, together with a TTV race flywheel. The engine is chassis mounted and drives through a Ford T5 gearbox with quick shift lever.

Power is transferred through a heavy duty Bailey Morris one piece prop shaft to a rose jointed five linked English axle. The axle is fitted with a Tran-X plated L*D with 18 spline outputs, along with 18 spline two piece Tran-X Atlas half shafts. The differential has recently had new bearings fitted, although it is worth noting that it is somewhat noisy.

Suspension has been built with performance firmly in mind. The rear features Gaz coilover dampers with quality springs, while the front uses Bilstein struts converted to coilovers, rose jointed wishbones and a quick rack conversion.

Stopping power is provided by disc brakes all round, with alloy four pot calipers and vented discs at the front and Cosworth calipers at the rear. A bias pedal box is also fitted.

Inside, the car has recently benefited from new seats, new carpets and new harnesses, along with a Safety Devices roll cage, giving the car a purposeful and properly engineered feel. A 3 spoke steering wheel and Stack gauges complete the interior, while the rear seat has been removed.

The boot houses an alloy fuel tank with integral swirl pot and Bosch 044 fuel pump.

The Cortina retains its original style classic appearance even boasting a sleeper 1600 SUPER badge on the boot, but underneath it is a very different proposition. The shell is a good, solid and restored example as you would expect from a 50 plus year old car. It has been regularly MOTd and well cared for and this can be seen as the Cortina boasts an outstanding MOT history for the last 20 years. More recently, the underside has been stripped, cleaned and given a fresh coat of underseal.

We want to be completely open about the cosmetic condition. The paint is not perfect, and there are areas of small imperfections but only noticeable very close up. However, this actually contributes to the car’s rather brilliant sleeper character. It is not pretending to be a freshly restored concourse show car, and in our opinion that is part of its appeal it highly usable but not too nice that it becomes underivable.

This is a car built to be driven and enjoyed.

The combination of a genuine Cosworth YB turbo engine, 330+ BHP, T5 transmission, limited slip differential, five link rear suspension, coilovers, serious brakes and a properly equipped performance interior makes this a seriously capable machine.

And yet, from a distance, it is still unmistakably a 1969 Mk2 Cortina.

That is what makes it so good.

This is a Cortina that is something much more interesting than a usual standard Super, GT 1600E or even a Cortina Lotus. It’s a brutally quick, extensively engineered classic Ford with huge character and a specification that would be extremely difficult and expensive to replicate today.

A genuine Cosworth powered Mk2 Cortina. 330+ BHP. Properly built. Properly quick. Absolutely enormous fun.

£24,995

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07/08/2026

1972 Rover 3500 P6 Automatic 🇬🇧

A beautiful example of one of Britain’s most iconic V8 saloons.

Finished in white with a superb black box-pleat interior, genuine magnesium Minilite-style wheels, power steering and a stainless-steel exhaust.

Just one previous owner, with the current owner having cherished the car for around five years. Regularly used, mechanically excellent and accompanied by a substantial history file.

Garage kept for at least the last 30–40 years and driven exclusively on dry roads. The condition really does show.

An exceptional example throughout, with just a few very minor cosmetic imperfections.

Not perfect. But very, very close.

Available now from Cornerstone Classic Cars.

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07/08/2026

1972 Rover 3500 P6 Automatic — An Exceptional Example

There is something wonderfully reassuring about a really good Rover P6. The shape, the quality, the comfort and, of course, that unmistakable V8 character all come together to create a car that feels every bit as special today as it did when it was new.

We are delighted to have just taken this beautiful 1972 Rover 3500 P6 Automatic into stock.

Finished in classic white with a superb black box pleat ambler interior and front headrests, this is a particularly handsome example of one of Britain’s most iconic V8 saloons. The proportions and distinctive P6 styling are beautifully presented here, with a finish that really suits the car.

What makes this Rover particularly interesting, however, is not simply how it looks. It is the history and the way it has been cared for.

The car has had just one previous owner, with the current owner having owned and cherished it for approximately five years. During that time, the car has not simply been tucked away in a garage. It has been regularly used throughout the year and has received considerable mechanical attention, with numerous items renewed to ensure that it remains running extremely well.

And it shows…

The car drives beautifully, with the effortless V8 power and smooth automatic transmission giving it exactly the character you would hope for from a 3500. Power steering and beautiful wood rimmed three spoke steering wheel adds to the experience, making what is a substantial classic remarkably easy and enjoyable to use.

It also sits beautifully on its genuine magnesium Minilite style wheels, which are in excellent condition and are complemented by superb tyres. A stainless steel exhaust has also been fitted which complements that wonderful V8 perfectly. Whether driving along through the lanes or just sitting idling, the sound is truly magnificent that just adds to the character of this fine motor car.

Cosmetically, the Rover presents exceptionally well both inside and out. The door gaps, shuts and the lines of the car are in excellent shape. There are a handful of very minor paint imperfections which could be easily addressed, but overall the car has a wonderful finish and an appearance that belies its age. Even the underside presents extremely well.

Perhaps most importantly, this is a car that has enjoyed an exceptionally sympathetic life. It has been garage kept for at least the last 30–40 years and has been driven exclusively on dry roads. The benefit of that long term protection is immediately apparent when you see the car in the flesh.

The vehicles is also complemented with a substantial history file accompanying the Rover just adding provenance.

The car was originally fitted with factory air conditioning, although the system has since been decommissioned. All of the associated parts are supplied with the car, should a future owner wish to explore the possibility of reinstating it.

We don’t describe our cars as perfect unless they genuinely are, and this one is no exception. There are a few small areas that could be improved cosmetically, but in our opinion this is very close to being an exceptional example.

More importantly, it retains the qualities that are becoming increasingly difficult to find in a 50 plus year old classic with genuine history, careful ownership, excellent mechanical condition and a body and underside that have benefited from decades of dry storage.

This isn’t just a Rover that looks good parked on a driveway, this is a vehicle that has presence wherever its surroundings.

It’s a Rover that still wants to be driven. And so it should be.

The V8 starts beautifully and settles into that wonderfully familiar burble and, with the automatic transmission and power steering, the whole car has that effortless, relaxed character for which these cars became renowned.

A very special example of a very special British classic, and one that we are particularly pleased to have at Cornerstone Classic Cars.

Not perfect. Not pretending to be. But very, very close.

And, most importantly, ready to be enjoyed.

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07/08/2026

Something a little bit different. 1969 Mk2 Cortina with Cosworth Power !!

04/08/2026

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21/07/2026

These cars are the last of the true Bentleys with the craftsmanship and that special feeling that even today you don’t see many around. For me these cars are now accessible and honestly quite marvellous in so many ways. Buy a good one that’s been well maintained and use it regularly and they’re very easy to live with.

Andrew Frankel lives with the final Bentley Arnage ever made for a ...