The Austin Healey 100/6 was launched in 1956 and featured the 2.6 Litre C-series 6 cylinder engine with a slightly longer wheelbase, which allowed the addition of two occasional rear seats in the BN4.
This legendary British sports car has become hugely desirable and very collectible over recent years with prices rising quickly, especially for exceptional examples like this one.
Imported into the UK in 2014 from the USA the car has been treated to a complete nut and bolt restoration, being stripped back to bare metal and acid treating all metals before repairing or replacing.
The car is now in fabulous all-round condition, restored with originality in mind, and would make a great addition to any collection or be a fabulous classic to own and enjoy, and is also eligible for entry in the Mille Miglia, being built in 1957.
Original temperature gauge not working and additional electrical gauge and Amp meter fitted
Factory option heater fitted
Clean and dry boot area with spare wire wheel
The re-trimmed leather seats look comfortable and supportive and other than some light signs of use on the switchgear and trim the interior looks fabulous.
Original temperature gauge is not currently working as ether has escaped, this needs repair. However an electric gauge has been fitted to monitor the engine temperature
The hood fits well and there are additional side screens and a heater to keep occupants shielded from inclement weather and the car comes with a tonneau cover too.DSC00846.JPG5.41 MB
The Exterior
Bare metal re-spray in original colours
72 spoke wire wheels with spinners
External trim and chrome all present and in great shape
Finished in its original colours of Healey Ice Blue metallic over Old English White, the paintwork is in very nice condition, with all panels having been taken back to bare metal and acid treated before repairing or replacing as required.
All the floors were replaced and treated, including adding extra sound deadening to improve cabin comfort levels and before reassembly, the whole chassis was rust treated with stone chip protection applied before spraying Ice Blue.
Things look good under the bonnet with a nice detailed engine bay that presents very well and features the correct factory carburetors.
A great looking car from every angle, its timeless looks benefitting from the optional factory fitted 72 spoke wire wheels.
4 speed manual gearbox with overdrive on 3rd and 4th gear
Drum brakes all-round with fitted servo (not connected)
Only 4,847 miles since complete engine rebuild in 2017
Engine re-bored with new pistons, hardened valve seats to run with unleaded fuel with all new gaskets and head skimmed
New water pump and all bearings, oil pump, valves and timing chain
New Armstrong shock absorbers fitted all-round
New fuel tank in 2021
Electronic ignition
Electric cooling fan
Alternator
New wiring loom
LED daytime running lights double as indicators
Rear indicator and headlight upgrades
Upgraded sway bar for less body roll
Nicely detailed and clean engine bay
Regularly serviced
The brakes, suspension and mechanics were well taken care of during its thorough restoration and in recent years with everything being replaced or rebuilt as required.
The car has had a brand new clutch fitted and the overdrive unit works perfectly along with all the other cars’ functions. It’s had its first service since the rebuild of the engine and drives very nicely for a car of this vintage and sounds great too.
There’s good oil pressure and the car maintains a good operating temperature aided by the fitted electric cooling fan. The 100/6 is in great mechanical condition and is a delight to drive and be in.
This is a fabulous example of a great British sports car, fully and sympathetically restored to a very high standard in recent years, since which time it has been garaged and continually fettled by its fastidious enthusiast owner.
Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to own and drive such a beautiful example of one of these quintessential British classic roadsters.
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