From kids to adults many of us have loved cars our entire lives. When we were younger we played with Matchbox’s, Hotwheel’s, and various model kits for those that had the ability to hold attention for that long. Although… more»
Austin Healey
May 29, 2019 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Austin-Healey “Bugeye” Sprite Custom Package Deal
This package deal of Austin-Healey Sprites, which is located in Greenacres, Washington, will offer the next owner a few different options to consider. Given the fact that it includes two cars, maybe one of those options will be to… more»
May 26, 2019 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Former Trophy Winner: 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite
At the risk of making a bold generalization, a motoring enthusiast will forgive a car for being ugly if it possesses breathtaking performance. Conversely, a car can still be a thing of beauty even if it lacks sufficient horsepower… more»
May 23, 2019 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Ready To Restore: 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite
When the Mark II version of the Austin-Healey Sprite was introduced in 1961, the most immediately noticeable difference between it and its predecessor was the front end styling. The “Bugeye” treatment that had been the hallmark of the Mark… more»
May 18, 2019 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Drive It! 1960 Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite
How could you not fall in love with this 1960 Austin-Healey Sprite? This absolutely adorable little car is listed for sale here on eBay with bidding a little over $3,500 as I write. It’s located in Dade City, Florida and… more»
May 12, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Dirt Cheap Roller: $150 Austin Healey Sprite
Over the last few years, I’ve developed a stronger stomach for taking on projects that I may not have considered earlier in my automotive career. Credit an unfortunate knack for acquiring really decent projects for fairly short money with… more»
May 10, 2019 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Diamond In The Rough: 1967 Austin-Healey 3000
This 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 is described as a multiple show winner in the “diamond in the rough” category, owing to its tired cosmetics and well-weathered paint. The seller notes he’s poured $11,000 into the car and still hasn’t touched… more»
Apr 27, 2019 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Shriners’ Sports Car: 1960 Austin-Healey Sprite
While the Shriners are most well known for piloting small go-carts at parades and other gatherings, there’s also a fair amount of evidence supporting the belief that they can have fun with full-size cars, too. Take this 1960 Austin-Healey… more»
Mar 13, 2019 • Exclusives • 10 Comments
1960 Austin Healey Bug Eye Sprite Exclusive!
Reader Jennifer O doesn’t have much to say about this Bug Eye Sprite, but then again there isn’t a ton to say about such a simple sports car. These cars are about as basic as it gets, but Jennifer… more»
Feb 15, 2019 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Rare Kellison Bonnet: 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite
Austin-Healey Sprites are not the most uncommon car to find nestled in a barn, but the accompanying nose treatment known as a Kellison bonnet gives this example some extra desirability. Effectively a more streamlined snout with the headlights re-located… more»
Feb 12, 2019 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Instant Recognition: 1958 Austin-Healey “Bugeye” Sprite
The “Bugeye” Sprite was introduced to the motoring world in 1958 and remained in production in this form until the Series II Sprite was launched in 1961. With the release of the Series II, that distinctive look disappeared, and… more»
Dec 23, 2018 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Solid Investment: 1966 Austin Healey 3000 Mk III
Introduced in 1964, the Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III was an evolution of the car that was originally introduced in 1959. While there were a total of 17,712 Mk IIIs built, they are a car that retains a strong following,… more»
Dec 10, 2018 • For Sale • 19 Comments
40 Years Family Owned: 1961 Austin Healey 3000
The listing for this 1961 Austin Healey 3000 is a tale of caution for those of us with projects languishing in the garage. The seller is the son-in-law of the long-term owner who had bought seemingly every part for… more»
Nov 30, 2018 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Full Mechanical Rebuild Done: 1967 Austin Healey 3000 BJ8
We’ve recently seen a few project-grade Austin Healey 3000s here at Barn Finds, but this appears to be one of the better ones. It needs some restoration work, but it has had a lot of the mechanical work completed,… more»
Nov 23, 2018 • For Sale • 5 Comments
SCCA Veteran: 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite
Old race cars are always fun to poke around, even if their value is heavily contingent upon what tracks they were used on and who drove them. This 1964 Austin Healey Sprite belonged to an amateur, used in SCCA… more»
Nov 13, 2018 • For Sale • 11 Comments
“Cheap” Racing: 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite
First off, for those racers that saw the post headline and immediately guffawed, yes, I’m fully aware there is NO truly cheap way to race a car. However, some methods are less expensive than others, and this 1964 Sprite… more»
