This is one of those moments where I am glad that there are a lot of miles between me and the location of a classic car. If I lived closer to Saint Paul, Minnesota, I would find it extremely… more»
Austin Healey
Jul 27, 2019 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Road or Track: 1960 Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite
The next owner of this 1960 Bugeye Sprite has a few options open to them. They can use the little Austin-Healey for competition in VSCDA events, which the car has been modified to compete in, or they could make… more»
Jul 21, 2019 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Vintage Racer: 1957 Austin-Healey Sprite
Raced from the 1960s into the 1980s, this Austin-Healey Sprite has spent the last 15 years dormant until recently. The seller has partially revived this Sprite by getting the engine running once again. Although the outer body appears rather… more»
Jul 6, 2019 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Classic British Project: 1955 Austin-Healey 100/4
The person who decides to take on this 1955 Austin-Healey 100/4 (BN1) is facing a major restoration project, but in my own opinion, the appearance of the 100/4 ranks only second to the Jaguar E-Type Roadster when it comes… more»
May 30, 2019 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Full Size Model Kit: 1960 Austin Healey Sprite
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»
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»
