southern california

The man behind the shop.

Meet JOHN

John Haines is the original owner and operator of British Connection, starting the automotive company in 1984. Originally from Newbury, England, John and his wife, Sandra moved to California where they started the shop specializing in the repair and restoration of classic British sports cars. Almost 40 years later, the duo are still working side by side daily, with Sandra running the office and John repairing vehicles. The knowledge and expertise John has accumulated in the last 40 years is unmatched. He is the master mechanic of MG, Triumph, and Austin Healey in Southern California.

Parts Inventory

British Connection has an extensive collection of MG, Triumph & Healey parts including but not limited to:

• Fenders, doors, hoods
• Engines, engine components
• Transmissions
• Suspension components
• Gauges
• Transmissions
• Differentials
• Wiring harnessess
  

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Recent Projects 2024

Rebuild

Rebuilt MG TD engine and transmission.

Overdrive

Just finished fitting overdrive to the Mark II MGA

England, May 2024

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We visited the Lakeland Motor Museum: Pictures (1 &2) 1967 Hydroplane Bluebird; crashed in 1967while attempting to break the 300 mph barrier (3) 1954 Land Rover; back up vehicle to Bluebird (4) MGA police car

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England, May 2024

Old Morris police car

Traveled around in comfort

This Jaguar coupe is full of rust. Asking price: 35,000 pounds. Yes, that is grass where the floor boards should be.

Trip down the canal with the family.

My brother’s garage in Penrith, with his Stag & Spitfire.

Auto Jumble at Beaulieu

This month with

grandpa

Every week, Poppy John and his grandson Levi work on a new project together. Having fun and getting the job done. It’s no wonder Levi is John’s favorite apprentice .

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