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tel: 802-468-7637Hotrod Collection
1721 N HWY 377
Suite D
Roanoke TX, 76262
1957 Austin-Healey 100-6 BN4 2+2 Convertible
- Full Restoration
- Recent Comprehensive Maintenance Service
- 2.6L Straight Six
- Dual SU Carburetors
- 4-speed Transmission Factory-Equipped with Electrically-Actuated Overdrive
- 2+2 Seating
- Chrome Wire Wheels
- Soft Top and Cockpit Tonneau Cover
This 1957 Austin-Healey 100-6 offers an incredible opportunity to drive, show, collect and enjoy a proper British sports car. As can be seen in the photos, this 2+2 beauty reflects a full restoration, completed during the previous owner's 30+ years with the vehicle. In addition, the car just finished undergoing a comprehensive maintenance service, including rebuilding of the carburetors and all new brakes, and many other items totalling several thousands of dollars. The previous owner stated this Healey was the winner of multiple car shows and that it was never raced and used mainly for pleasure driving.
Donald Healey, aka DMH, was a rally driver who operated a high-performance automobile company in Warwickshire, England. He designed a new sports car that debuted at the 1952 London Motor Show to a rapturous public response. Amongst those in attendance was Leonard Lord, who was at the helm of Austin Motors. Lord liked the car and struck a deal with DMH to produce what became known as the Austin-Healey. The car was engineered with a rigid chassis and well-sorted suspension that gave good handling characteristics. Over a long production life, it evolved from a spartan four-cylinder sports roadster to a more luxurious six-cylinder touring machine. The last Austin-Healeys rolled off the line in 1968.
POWERTRAIN
The engine is a 2.6-liter OHV inline-six with twin SU HD6 carburetors. It was rated at 117 horsepower and 149 lb-ft of torque when new, and has covered about 5,000 miles since being rebuilt. A four-speed manual transmission with an electrically actuated Laycock de Normanville overdrive sends power to the rear wheels.
EXTERIOR
This stunning example is finished in a deep, rich red, which we believe to be 1969 Ford Candy Apple Red. All of the brightwork trim is in excellent condition, as are the chromed wire wheels. Visually, the car shows no rust anywhere, and boasts an underside as detailed as the topside. The convertible soft top is still fresh and pliable with a clean, clear rear window. The car also comes with the correct tonneau cover with the longitudinal zipper feature that allows the driver to operate the car with the rest of the cockpit covered.
INTERIOR
The restoration included the interior, and features red seat upholstery accented with white piping. Red door panels and carpets along with a real wood steering wheel complete the show-stopping looks of this jewel.
1957
Austin-Healey
100-6 BN4 Convertible FULLY RESTORED
SOLD
SOLD
- Stock #:
- 1267
- VIN:
- BN4L035777
- miles:
- 28,510
- Exterior:
- Red
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1957 Austin-Healey 100-6 BN4 Convertible FULLY RESTORED
1957 Austin-Healey 100-6 BN4 2+2 Convertible
- Full Restoration
- Recent Comprehensive Maintenance Service
- 2.6L Straight Six
- Dual SU Carburetors
- 4-speed Transmission Factory-Equipped with Electrically-Actuated Overdrive
- 2+2 Seating
- Chrome Wire Wheels
- Soft Top and Cockpit Tonneau Cover
This 1957 Austin-Healey 100-6 offers an incredible opportunity to drive, show, collect and enjoy a proper British sports car. As can be seen in the photos, this 2+2 beauty reflects a full restoration, completed during the previous owner's 30+ years with the vehicle. In addition, the car just finished undergoing a comprehensive maintenance service, including rebuilding of the carburetors and all new brakes, and many other items totalling several thousands of dollars. The previous owner stated this Healey was the winner of multiple car shows and that it was never raced and used mainly for pleasure driving.
Donald Healey, aka DMH, was a rally driver who operated a high-performance automobile company in Warwickshire, England. He designed a new sports car that debuted at the 1952 London Motor Show to a rapturous public response. Amongst those in attendance was Leonard Lord, who was at the helm of Austin Motors. Lord liked the car and struck a deal with DMH to produce what became known as the Austin-Healey. The car was engineered with a rigid chassis and well-sorted suspension that gave good handling characteristics. Over a long production life, it evolved from a spartan four-cylinder sports roadster to a more luxurious six-cylinder touring machine. The last Austin-Healeys rolled off the line in 1968.
POWERTRAIN
The engine is a 2.6-liter OHV inline-six with twin SU HD6 carburetors. It was rated at 117 horsepower and 149 lb-ft of torque when new, and has covered about 5,000 miles since being rebuilt. A four-speed manual transmission with an electrically actuated Laycock de Normanville overdrive sends power to the rear wheels.
EXTERIOR
This stunning example is finished in a deep, rich red, which we believe to be 1969 Ford Candy Apple Red. All of the brightwork trim is in excellent condition, as are the chromed wire wheels. Visually, the car shows no rust anywhere, and boasts an underside as detailed as the topside. The convertible soft top is still fresh and pliable with a clean, clear rear window. The car also comes with the correct tonneau cover with the longitudinal zipper feature that allows the driver to operate the car with the rest of the cockpit covered.
INTERIOR
The restoration included the interior, and features red seat upholstery accented with white piping. Red door panels and carpets along with a real wood steering wheel complete the show-stopping looks of this jewel.
Mechanics
A 2.6-liter OHV inline-six powers this Austin-Healey. Taking fuel and air through a pair of SU HD6 carburetors, the all-cast-iron powerplant was rated at 117 horsepower and 149 lb-ft of torque when new. The seller explains that the car has covered about 5,000 miles since the engine was rebuilt. The 100-6 is said to start easily from cold with the choke on, and after warming through, it “idles appropriately.” A four-speed manual transmission, with an electrically actuated Laycock de Normanville overdrive, sends power to the rear wheels. According to the seller, it’s an “easy-shifting” gearbox. Reportedly, there are no fluid leaks from the engine or transmission.
Body
Photos show that this car is finished in red, which the seller describes as “candy apple red.” He says the paint is in “excellent” condition, though there are “three 3.0-mm chips at [the] door hand and A-pillar, where the hood attaches.” Photos seem to show glossy, well-applied paint and confirm the seller’s description. He says there’s “no rust” anywhere. All exterior trim and brightwork look to be present and intact. Reportedly, the black convertible top is new, and in photos it appears to fit properly. The glass is described as “excellent,” and the weather seals are said to be “in very good condition.” Exterior lighting systems are all said to work as intended.
Underneath
The Austin-Healey 100-6 uses an independent front suspension system comprised of lower control arms with lever-arm dampers (shock absorbers) that double as the upper suspension link. An underslung live axle on leaf springs, with lever-arm dampers, is used in the back. This car’s shocks and bushings are reported to be in good condition. Reportedly, the manual worm-and-sector steering exhibits “minor vagueness.” The car’s manual four-wheel-drum brakes are said to work well and are capable of locking the wheels on aggressive application. The car appears to have a set of “knock-off” 15-inch, chrome-plated, wire-spoke wheels. The seller says the wheels are in “excellent condition” and exhibit “no vibrations.” Photos indicate that the car is fitted with Michelin 165SR15 tires. DOT date codes visible in the provided photos indicate that they were manufactured in 2013.
Interior
Photos show that this Austin-Healey has red seat upholstery with white piping. The car’s slim-back front bucket seats and small +2 rear seats are said to have been subject to a “full upholstery restoration.” The seller believes the upholstery material to be leather. He says the coordinating red carpet is in “excellent” condition. Interior photos appear to show that the red door panels and black vinyl dashboard material present in good condition. It appears that a non-standard wood-rim steering wheel has been installed. All the car’s interior lighting and instruments are said to be operational, as is the heater.