Introduction
Darren Rungasamy
A true British icon - a powerful engine, crisp handling and a unique charming style.
Way before the 1960s British Music invasion of the US, the British motor industry had already created a demand for energetic and emotional pleasure. American soldiers were given a taste of affordable and fun open-top sports cars when stationed in the UK, and once they returned home, helped to create a demand that did much to support the British economy during the post-war years. With much of the UK's output being exported, the likes of the Austin-Healey made a huge impression on the perception of what a sports car should look and sound like. The Austin Healey created a legacy to become one of the finest open-top sports cars ever to be produced in the UK. Starting life in 1956, the Austin Healey 100/6 was an evolution of the original. Never losing its character and appeal, it was known as the Big Healey, due to its impressive power and imposing presence. The 6-cylinder car was a natural on the racetrack and was the first Big Healey to offer rear seats as an option. Designated the BN4, the styling became more streamlined and now featured a fixed windscreen. Powered by a tuned 2.6-litre C-Series engine, the 100/6 offered the motorist an affordable machine that could reach 100 mph and beyond.
This 1958 Abingdon-built home market RHD car was first registered in May 1958 and is finished in "Colorado Red / Old English White", with a red leather interior. It comes from just over ~1.5 years with our vendor and an impressive history file with a background of several long-term owners. It has seen a partial body renovation carried out ~11 years ago and is believed to be one of just ~100 Dunlop 4-disc brake models, additionally, the car retains early Abingdon features, including the Morris green engine, cigarette lighter, lockable door handle and transparent cones on the rear reflectors.
This listing was written from information supplied by Darren after meeting David the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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Have you done a compression test on the cylinders by chance?
Hi David I’d be grateful if you’d confirm if the soft top and frame are still present & if so what condition?
Thanks Andrew
Hi David. If I am successful in the bidding, could you hold onto the car until next Friday as I am on holiday until then.
Thanks.
Steve
Steve. Not a problemStve. It’s safe in a barn
Steve. Not a problemStve. It’s safe in a barn
Hello David, when was the last 50+ journey made in the car and when was the last issue experienced on the road . Thanks Pete
Hi Pete
A couple of visits to Warwickshire, earlier this year. If, by issue, you mean fault, tightening up the accelerator linkages. Thanks David
Hello David, can you confirm that the engine and chassis are numbers matching as I cannot see the chassis or engine numbers on the photos apart from the plate on the fire wall which should match the engine block number which seems to read 4104k ?
Also on the heritage certificate it says the car was healey blue? I understand the car may have changed colour in the past which is why I am checking numbers..Phil
Hello Phil. The numbers shown on the V5 and car are BN4/O/55828. At some time there was a total rebuild. There are still hints of blue. The body number is correct for the car. The car was previously owned by the Austin Healey Club, South West Secreatary and well known to John Chatham, Bristol.
Hi, simple question: in your opinion could the car be used as it is for any time, and if you were keeping it what would be the first task you would tackle.
Many thanks, Ian
Hi Ian, Probably fitting a new carpet set, which will be provided with the car. Best, David
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