We see listings for collections come up for sale every now and again, and it’s always fascinating to see what collectors have hidden in their outbuildings and garages. This listing for an assortment of sports cars appears to be… more»
Austin Healey
Apr 5, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Long Term Ownership: 1954 Austin-Healey 100 BN1 Project
Donald Healey’s automotive career began on the rally course, specifically at Monte Carlo, in 1929. Later, his employment at Riley and Triumph gave him responsibility for the production of new models. A less illustrious period ensued with Triumph Motors’… more»
Mar 31, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Copart Find: 1967 Austin Healey 3000
It’s been a good while since we’ve seen a classic or sports model appear at the local salvage auction, so if you’ve been hoping to find gold in the Copart lanes, here’s a potential opportunity. This 1967 Austin Healey… more»
Mar 10, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Ford Inline-6 Power! 1963 Austin-Healey 3000
Built by British Motor Corp. from 1959 to 1967, the Austin-Healey 300 was another sports car popular with U.S. buyers. The bodies came from Jensen Motors and the Mkt II BJ7 2+2 was considered a “sports convertible”. This ’63… more»
Feb 22, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Fascinating History: 1959 Austin-Healey “Bugeye” Sprite
Older British sports cars offer potential buyers an engaging ownership experience. Not only are they typically fun to drive, but the simple engineering principles mean they are ideal for an enthusiast wishing to be hands-on when the subject turns… more»
Jan 17, 2024 • Wanted • 29 Comments
WANTED: Looking For A Big Healey!
I’ve been hunting for a Big Healey for a while now but have yet to find the perfect one for me. Ideally, I’d like something complete with original paint and zero rust. A real 100M would be a dream… more»
Jan 13, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Package Deal Projects: 1958 Austin-Healey 100-6
Similar in looks to the 100, the Austin-Healey 100-6 was a British-built sports car with a six-cylinder engine. They weren’t prolific in terms of production numbers, with some 14,436 copies being made in three years. So, fans of the… more»
Jan 1, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Modifications Already Done: 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite
Earlier this week I wrote a story about a rough but solid 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite that struck a chord with fans of these simple, honest sports cars. There is just something about a sports car that provides everything you… more»
Dec 30, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Starter Sports Car: 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite
If you are one of those people who has held off on buying a collectible sports car due to space concerns or a lack of folding money, then your days of procrastinating may be over. Currently up for grabs… more»
Dec 25, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Which Sprite? 1965 Driver or 1962 Project
This tale of two Austin-Healey Sprites begs us to choose: both are early cars but the red one is an Irish twin of the Bugeye, with production separated by a mere year. It shares the same motor, albeit with… more»
Dec 22, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Garage Find: 1958 Austin-Healey 100-6
Humans tend to fall in love without looking beyond the surface of that which they desire. While for normal people, falling in love usually ends happily. For car people that love blindness can lead to catastrophe. Take for example… more»
Dec 16, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
British Special: Turner Sports Car
Jack Turner was minding his own business – racing MGs in the 1940s and building one-off specials – when other racers began coming to him to improve their own cars. John Webb, John Tojeiro, Ken Rose – race drivers… more»
Oct 1, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Cheap Driver: 1963 Austin Healey Sprite
This pocket-sized Brit is fun incarnate. If you’ve never driven a Sprite or a Midget, try one on for size sometime; they’re not fast but they feel quick. And though small, the handling infuses the driver with confidence –… more»
Sep 28, 2023 • Auctions • 23 Comments
BF Auction: No Reserve British Sports Car Parts Stash
Occasionally, a parts collection will emerge where the sheer scope of what is offered is breathtaking. Such is the case with this assortment of classic British sports car components. The late owner was a genuine enthusiast, and his recent… more»
Aug 25, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Barn Finds Group Buy? 12-Car British Barn Find!
Many years ago, I purchased a wonderful Standard Vanguard Sportsman from Albuquerque, New Mexico. You can see me autocrossing it here (!). The thing I noticed the most about Arizona classic cars while I was there was how rust-free… more»
Aug 9, 2023 • Auctions • 23 Comments
BF Auction: 1960 Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite
UPDATE – Photos of the spare parts have been added to the listing. Not mentioned in the listing, but included with the car is an exhaust header, oil cooler kit, set of vintage air cleaners, the original steering wheel,… more»
