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Highlights

A one-owner vehicle from 1957 until 2015
Southern California origin
Original unrestored condition with gorgeous patina
Carte Grise de Collection

The Appeal

The Austin Healey 100/4 BN1 was the pure, original vision of the "Big Healey" - a powerful, elegant British sports car with a commanding presence and thrilling performance.

This 1953 example stands out for its remarkable ownership history, having been cherished by a Mr H. Callihan from 1957 until his passing in 2015 - an extraordinary sixty-year period of single ownership.

Originating from Southern California, this 1954 Healey has benefited from a dry climate that has preserved its chassis in very good condition. While maintaining its original Carmine Red colour through 2-3 repaints over its lifetime, the car presents with a very nice patina and retains its original seats, offering a rare opportunity to acquire an essentially unrestored example a genuine character no amount of money can buy.

History and Paperwork

Vehicle well cared for by its former owner H. Callihan, who kept it from 1957 until his death in 2015
Southern California market LHD car
Not driven since 2015, we are told
Never been in an accident
French road registered with Carte Grise de Collection
The serial numbers are reported to match

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The Condition

Chassis in very good condition and reportedly "rust-free"
We're informed that the exterior has been repainted 2 or 3 times during its life, but always in the same colour: Carmine Red
Very nice patina
Original seats in fair condition
New carpets

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The Mechanics

2.6-litre four-cylinder engine
Thee-speed manual transmission with overdrive
Engine rebuilt from a bare block, but needs to be recommissioned, we are told
Carburettors still need to be rebuilt
New wiring harness that is 90% connected

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