Beschreibung
Very early Mk1 Frogeye Sprite - 10 Jul 1958 - 948cc
Reg 275 UYK Import from South Africa 01 Dec 2014 - RHD
May take an interesting PX
Historic Tax and MOT but has MOT with no advisories to 09 Jan 2019 with full V5C Logbook in my name and large folder of history including photographic rebuild with owners notes, invoices for many £thousands, South African History, club attendance and shows etc with certificates and heritage certificate confirming the following:
Build date 10Jul58
Despatch date 14Jul58
Engine No 9CUH2481 and chassis no AN53009 (correct) RHD export
Destination Austin Motor Company Blackheath South Africa
Factory equipment toughened glass, rev counter and front bumpers. Speedwell blue, Black hood and blue trim.
This car is in beautiful condition throughout and drives the same as it looks cruising at 70 mph on a recent non stop 150 mile journey with very good hood, removable side windows and hood frame and full tonneau cover, minilite wheels.
Restoration and work done includes
Body and chassis completely stripped back and repainted
Mechanical restoration including original engine rebuild and twin SU's fitted with K&N filters
Gearbox upgraded
New brake drums and shoes replaced
New exhaust
New rear springs
New hood and tonneau
New front springs and minilite type wheels and tyres
New battery
Has original fan and also electric fan on switch but runs at good temp and oil pressure, all electrics work as they should, electronic ignition.
Any inspection is welcome
Martin - the details below
