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Moss Motors Moss Motors is the world's largest supplier of restoration and accessory parts for Classic British Sports Cars, since 1948
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Before glossy photography took over, there was artwork like this.This hand-drawn Austin Healey 3000 advertisement captur...
06/05/2026

Before glossy photography took over, there was artwork like this.

This hand-drawn Austin Healey 3000 advertisement captures the optimism of the era perfectly. A simple message, elegant illustration, and the promise of open-top motoring in either 2-seat or occasional 4-seat form.

Part sales pitch, part automotive artwork, it is a reminder that some of the most memorable car adverts relied on an artist's pen rather than a camera lens.

A different time, and a very different way of selling a sports car.

Image source: https://healeydriversclub.co.uk/history/60-years-of-the-austin-healey-3000/

OH MG.From the MGA to the MGB and beyond, Moss has the parts MG owners rely on to keep these iconic cars on the road.Bui...
06/04/2026

OH MG.

From the MGA to the MGB and beyond, Moss has the parts MG owners rely on to keep these iconic cars on the road.

Built on a deep respect for originality, craftsmanship, and authenticity, our range supports everything from routine maintenance to full restorations.

The MGA 1600 isn’t just an evolution of the MGA. It is the car that perfected the formula.Launched in 1959, it introduce...
06/01/2026

The MGA 1600 isn’t just an evolution of the MGA. It is the car that perfected the formula.

Launched in 1959, it introduced front disc brakes as standard, a serious performance statement at the time, paired with the 1588cc B-Series engine delivering stronger torque and real-world usability. Nearly 100 mph in period, but more importantly, confidence.

Look closely and the details define it.

The recessed grille. The perfectly weighted stance. The sweep of the rear wings. The simple mechanical dashboard with nothing wasted. No excess. No gimmicks. Just proportion and purpose.
The example featured here is owned by none other than Mike Brewer, a man who knows a thing or two about buying, restoring, and living with classic cars. When enthusiasts at that level choose an MGA 1600, it says something.

Built for a short window before the Mk II, the 1600 sits in a sweet spot. Modern enough to drive. Classic enough to feel raw. That balance is why values continue to firm and why well-sorted examples stand apart.

Correct trim. Properly fitted chrome. Tight suspension. Dialed-in SU carbs. Clean wiring. The difference between average and exceptional is in the details, and the details determine long-term value.

Check out our range of parts: https://mossmotors.com/mga

The Mini started as a rough idea from Alec Issigonis, sketched quickly and built with urgency.Fuel was expensive. Space ...
05/30/2026

The Mini started as a rough idea from Alec Issigonis, sketched quickly and built with urgency.

Fuel was expensive. Space was limited. The answer was a car that used almost every inch of its footprint. Engine turned sideways. Gearbox underneath. Wheels pushed right out to the corners.
That layout dictated everything that followed. Inside, comfort was not the priority. The seats were upright and firm. The doors were thin. Sliding windows replaced heavier mechanisms. It kept the car light, simple, and focused on driving rather than refinement.

On the road, it felt exactly as it was built. Immediate steering, very little weight, and a sense that the car changed direction the moment you asked it to. Those same traits carried into competition. The Mini’s success at the Monte Carlo Rally came from control and precision, not power. The design has endured because the fundamentals were right. The layout, the weight, the simplicity. What remains is the experience. Direct, mechanical, and unchanged in all the ways that matter.

Moss supports Classic Minis with the parts needed to keep them driving as they should. Explore the range of Mini parts here: https://mossmotors.com/classic-mini

Some ads don’t introduce a car. They make a case for its survival.“SAVE AN ENDANGERED SPECIES.”This vintage campaign for...
05/29/2026

Some ads don’t introduce a car. They make a case for its survival.

“SAVE AN ENDANGERED SPECIES.”

This vintage campaign for the Triumph TR6 and Triumph Spitfire leans into a moment in time when the open-top sports car was starting to disappear.

The message is clear. While others fade away, these remain.

True roadsters, built around simplicity and connection. Wind in your hair, direct steering, high-revving engines, and just enough between you and the road to make it all work. Not luxury. Not excess. Just driving. Even the language reflects the era. Survival. Economy. Reality. A reminder that cars like these were no longer guaranteed.

It is less about selling features and more about defending a way of driving that was already under threat. Not something every manufacturer was willing to say.

Sources: http://www.triumphspitfire.nl/ads6.html

LAST DAY TO SAVE UP TO 20%.Hot weather puts every system in your classic to the test.From heavy duty radiator assemblies...
05/29/2026

LAST DAY TO SAVE UP TO 20%.

Hot weather puts every system in your classic to the test.

From heavy duty radiator assemblies and original-style bellows thermostats to Girling Classic clutch kits and OE-spec clutch hoses, Moss Motors has the parts you need to keep your British car cool, reliable, and ready for summer driving.

The sale ends today. Don’t miss your chance to stock up on the parts your car will thank you for later.

Shop the sale: https://mossmotors.com/

The Triumph TR3A stands as one of the most recognisable cars of the TR lineage.Introduced in 1957 as an evolution of the...
05/26/2026

The Triumph TR3A stands as one of the most recognisable cars of the TR lineage.

Introduced in 1957 as an evolution of the TR3, it refined an already proven formula with subtle but important updates. A wider front grille, improved exterior details, and incremental engineering changes gave the car a more resolved and confident presence on the road.

At its core was a 2.0 litre four-cylinder engine, delivering strong, usable torque and a direct, mechanical driving experience. Built for responsiveness rather than outright speed, the TR3A offered a level of engagement that defined the era.

It also brought meaningful advancements. Front disc brakes became a defining feature, offering improved stopping power at a time when many rivals still relied on drums. Combined with rack-and-pinion steering, it delivered a driving feel that was immediate and precise.

While simple in construction, that simplicity is exactly what shaped its character. Minimal weight, direct inputs, and little separation between driver and machine.

Today, the TR3A holds a clear place in Triumph’s story. A car that balanced usability with raw driving appeal, and one that continues to be appreciated for its honesty and capability.

Moss continues to support these cars with a wide range of parts to help keep them on the road for years to come. Explore our range of parts: https://mossmotors.com/triumph-tr2-3-4

Some adverts sell the car. Others sell the attitude.“Your Mother Wouldn’t Like It.”This series from MG in the 1970s lean...
05/22/2026

Some adverts sell the car. Others sell the attitude.

“Your Mother Wouldn’t Like It.”

This series from MG in the 1970s leaned fully into the tone of the time. Playful, slightly rebellious, and unmistakably tongue-in-cheek. Less about specifications, more about the kind of person who would choose to drive one.

Long before online configurators or instant reviews, this is how people discovered cars. Motor shows, showroom visits, and pages of magazines like Autocar or Motor Sport, filled with bold, character-driven advertising.

MG understood the brief. These ads did not just present a car. They gave it personality, wrapped in humour that captured the spirit of the 1970s perfectly.

Not something every marque got right.

Sources: https://greatbritishcarjourney.com/product/your-mother-wouldn_t-like-it-mg-art-poster-portrait/

I grew up with my Papa’s Signal Red 1963 TR4 summer mornings in his Toledo warehouse, tinkering on half-finished British...
05/21/2026

I grew up with my Papa’s Signal Red 1963 TR4 summer mornings in his Toledo warehouse, tinkering on half-finished British cars, learning how to make things run just well enough to enjoy them.

Years later, that TR4 came to California. Life got busy. The project stalled. After Papa passed, the car sat until my dad retired and we finally picked it back up together. With advice from fellow Triumph owners, Moss Motors, and a lot of learning as we went, we brought Papa’s car back to life. My kids sat in the front seat pretending to steer while we worked, just like I once did.

Then, in January 2025, a wildfire took the house, the garage, and the TR4.

It feels strange to mourn a car but that red Triumph was never just a car. It was how three generations learned, fixed, laughed, and spent time together. The car is gone. The story isn’t.

You can read the full blog post by Brandon Butcher here - https://mossmotoring.com/papas-triumph/

Summer driving season is here, and there is no better time to get your British classic sorted for the roads ahead.From i...
05/20/2026

Summer driving season is here, and there is no better time to get your British classic sorted for the roads ahead.

From improved cooling performance to smoother shifting and dependable hydraulics, Moss Motors has everything you need to keep your car driving the way it should through the hottest months of the year.

For a limited time, save up to 20% across a wide range of parts and accessories designed to help you drive further, more reliably, and with greater confidence this summer.

Refresh the essentials, enjoy the season, and make the most of every mile.

Shop the sale: https://mossmotors.com/

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25651 Simpson Road
Goleta, CA
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