Description
This is a unique opportunity to purchase a truly first-class ‘Frogeye’ Sprite, a car that has recently arrived at The Forge following a comprehensive restoration in 2015 to 2016. Originally restored in the UK after its arrival from the United States, the car has covered a mere 300 miles since its rebuild and today presents in superb condition throughout.
It is clear that this was a no-expense-spared, nut-and-bolt restoration, completed to an exceptionally high standard. The specification was also thoughtfully upgraded, with a fully rebuilt 1275cc engine, electric ignition and front disc brakes, making this a particularly quick, responsive and enjoyable ‘Frogeye’ that also stops with real efficiency.
The car is magnificent in every respect and exceptionally attractive in appearance. The body is outstanding, with excellent panel fit, beautifully straight panels and a structurally superb shell. It retains a steel bonnet, while the underside is wonderfully straight and finished to the same exacting standard as the exterior. The paintwork is excellent throughout, the chrome is as new and the Minilite-style wheels complement the car perfectly.
The attention to detail continues underneath, where the underside has been painted and finished to the same standard as the top of the car. The engine bay is equally beautifully presented, with every area receiving the same careful treatment. The overall condition is of a standard that would be more than worthy of showing and competing at events.
Inside, the upholstery has been superbly trimmed, while the hood and frame are like new. The car is also supplied with a set of sidescreens. The spare-wheel compartment has been professionally trimmed and contains a selection of tools and essential equipment.
The quality of the restoration is a real credit to those who carried it out. Considerable time and care have clearly gone into every aspect of the rebuild, resulting in a car that combines exceptional presentation with an upgraded and highly usable mechanical specification.
The car is accompanied by a comprehensive photographic record of the restoration, a substantial file of invoices, a Heritage Certificate and historical paperwork from the United States, providing excellent documentation of its history and rebuild.
On the road, the Frogeye is every bit as impressive as it is to look at. The rebuilt 1275cc engine feels lively, responsive and strong, maintaining excellent oil pressure. The gearbox has also been rebuilt, while the brakes, suspension and steering are all new. The ancillary components have received the same attention, including the dynamo, electrical system and exhaust. As part of our sales process a new starter motor, ring gear and electric ignition are being installed into the car.
This is a Frogeye that is ready to use and enjoy, and one that can be purchased with genuine confidence. Achieving a bodyshell, panel fit, underside and engine bay of this quality requires an enormous amount of painstaking, time-consuming work, and examples restored to this standard are exceptionally rare.
A truly special ‘Frogeye’ Sprite, offering exceptional presentation, a superbly executed restoration, desirable mechanical upgrades and just 300 miles covered since its rebuild.
MOT History On File:
2026 : 16, 303 Miles (11. 08. 2027)
2016 : 16, 079 Miles
Documents Included With Sale:
History File, V5C, Restoration Photographs, Various Invoices,
Invoices On File:
28. 09. 2026 : £165. 00 - The Forge Prees Ltd
21. 09. 2026 : £79. 95 - AccuSpark
21. 09. 2026 : £1, 320. 00 - The Forge Prees Ltd
18. 09. 2026 : £71. 86 - Billcar Engineering
15. 09. 2026 : £228. 92 - AH Spares
09. 09. 2026 : £5. 77 - AH Spares
11. 09. 2026 : £550. 00 - The Forge Prees Ltd
10. 09. 2026 : £20. 00 - JRG Detailing
28. 08. 2026 : £8. 77 - ANG Classic Car Parts
27. 08. 2026 : £12. 99 - Ebay
10. 08. 2026 : £812. 10 - Malton Coachworks
22. 07. 2026 : £924. 47 - Malton Coachworks
15. 10. 2025 : £439. 00 - JMC Classics
05. 07. 2017 : £21. 60 - Malton Coachworks
20. 04. 2017 : £846. 94 - SCP
08. 12. 2016 : £65. 94 - Malton Coachworks
06. 09. 2016 : £141. 42 - Moss Europe
31. 08. 2016 : £75. 57 - Malton Coachworks
17. 08. 2016 : £205. 41 - Malton Coachworks
04. 07. 2016 : £83. 18 - Moss Europe
24. 06. 2016 : £37. 27 - Moss Europe
24. 06. 2016 : £173. 41 - Moss Europe
25. 05. 2016 : £174. 57 - Parts 4 MG Triumph Cars
20. 05. 2016 : £808. 61 - Neyta Motor Engineers (Engine Rebuild)
16. 05. 2016 : £105. 60 - Peter May Engineering
26. 11. 2015 : £44. 76 - Morris Minor Birmingham
17. 11. 2015 : £146. 19 - Demon Tweaks
03. 11. 2015 : £24. 14 - Parts 4 MG Triumph Cars
29. 10. 2015 : £34. 00 - Epic Accessories
15. 10. 2015 : £14. 08 - AH Spares
15. 10. 2015 : £107. 40 - Parts 4 MG Triumph Cars
12. 10. 2015 : £190. 57 - AH Spares
11. 05. 2015 : £20. 86 - S. A. S
02. 10. 2015 : £24. 04 - Vehicle Wiring Products
02. 10. 2015 : £1. 85 - Vehicle Wiring Products
02. 10. 2015 : £403. 08 - AH Spares
02. 10. 2015 : £3. 61 - S. A. S
01. 10. 2015 : £187. 45 - A-Head 4 Healeys
01. 10. 2015 : £143. 76 - A-Head 4 Healeys
29. 09. 2015 : £4. 10 - S. A. S
28. 09. 2015 : £7. 10 - S. A. S
24. 09. 2015 : £32. 73 - Parts 4 MG Triumph Cars
23. 09. 2015 : £18. 52 - S. A. S
25. 09. 2015 : £7. 62 - S. A. S
23. 09. 2015 : £23. 98 - Demon Tweaks
18. 09. 2015 : £17. 71 - S. A. S
11. 09. 2015 : £217. 60 - A-Head 4 Healeys
09. 09. 2015 : £68. 88 - Parts 4 MG Triumph Cars
09. 09. 2015 : £9. 38 - Parts 4 MG Triumph Cars
09. 09. 2015 : £282. 00 - ACF Howell
29. 06. 2015 : £242. 43 - Parts 4 MG Triumph Cars
05. 05. 2015 : £3, 600. 00 - Thurmaston Body Works (Painting Of Bodyshell)
05. 02. 2015 : £298. 32 - A-Head 4 Healeys
There are further invoices between 2010 and 2014 included within the cars history file when the car was in America.
Buying from The Forge Prees Ltd
Included with every purchase:
- FREE DELIVERY WITHIN 150 MILES — included in our asking price from SY13 2DF
- 3-MONTH MECHANICAL WARRANTY included
- PROFESSIONAL VALET & STAGE ONE POLISH — every vehicle is professionally prepared
- ABSOLUTELY ANY INSPECTION WELCOME — independent inspections are encouraged
- HIGH-QUALITY MG OR TRIUMPH PART EXCHANGE CONSIDERED
- VIEWING BY APPOINTMENT
- USUAL DEALER FACILITIES AVAILABLE
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At The Forge Prees, we specialise in classic, vintage and enthusiast vehicles. Every vehicle we offer is unique, with its own history, character and, inevitably, its own imperfections. Unlike modern vehicles, classic cars require a different approach to ownership, maintenance and care, as well as an appreciation of their individual quirks.
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