Description
Model history: In October 1952, Donald Healey presented at Earls Court his latest prototype, equipped with a four-cylinder engine of the Austin A90 type. BMC were enthusiastic about the car and decided to produce it in series. In May 1953 the Austin Healey 100 officially went on the market, which Donald Healey dubbed the 100" to emphasise its ability to reach 100 mph (160 km/ h). The Austin Healey 100 BN1, on the other hand, was equipped with a 2, 660 cc four-cylinder engine producing 90 bhp and a 3-speed gearbox. In a 1953 test of the BN1, the British magazine The Motor recorded impressive performance: a top speed of 171 km/ h, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/ h in 11. 2 seconds, and a fuel consumption of 12. 6 l/ 100 km. The Austin Healey 100/ 4 BN1 was produced only between 1952 and 1955 and enabled participation in major motor races and rallies, such as the Tour Auto and the Mille Miglia.
History of this Austin Healey 100 BN2: This is one of the rare Austin Healey BN2s delivered as new cars in France. It was delivered in January 1956 to its first owner in Paris, never left France, and was taken over by its last owner in 2015. Bodywork: The car has excellent, sound bodywork; the chassis is perfectly aligned and corrosion-free. The door gaps are superb and its perforated aluminium bonnet fits the car perfectly. Old English White and the sides are black with a light red outline. Upholstery: Its black leather upholstery is in excellent condition with a beautiful patina. The carpets and door panels are clean. The dashboard is black and silver, and it has a wooden steering wheel. It is equipped with its bonnet, side screens and rollover, all in black leatherette. Engine: 2. 6-litre four-cylinder engine with Le Mans Kit, matching numbers and in perfect condition, fully rebuilt, engine regularly serviced with excellent oil pressure. Transmission: 4-speed gearbox and overdrive, operation is smooth and the overdrive shifts quickly. Suspension: The front suspension has been rebuilt and the road handling is excellent. The behaviour of the suspension is perfect. No play or noises are detected. The springs are perfect. It has chromed wheels. Brakes: The four-wheel drum brakes prove to be perfect and straight. Small plus points: - Le Mans Kit - Wooden steering wheel - Original French price: €105, 000.
