It’s safe to say that the 1958-61 Austin-Healey Sprite Mark I “Bugeye” (or “Frogeye” for our British readers) is one of the most beloved of all British sports cars. With its “cheeky grin” and great mix of simplicity and… more»
Austin Healey
Jan 8, 2015 • For Sale • 16 Comments
On The Sprite Hunt
It would seem that Barn Finds reader Mark D has been on a bit of a Austin-Healey Sprite hunt, as he recently sent in 5 Sprites of various years, conditions, and prices! I like having options, especially when it… more»
Dec 28, 2014 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Five Barn Find Bugeyes
If the 356 we just featured was too rich for your blood, then may I suggest this package of five Austin-Healey Sprites instead. The little Bugeye may not have the prestige of a Porsche, but it is still one… more»
Nov 25, 2014 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Period Nasty Boy: 1956 Austin-Healey 100
Of all the Big Healeys produced, the ones built between 1953-1956 will always be my favorites. Sure, the later cars benefited from many improvements, but the purity of the early cars just can’t be beat! The triangular grill was… more»
Nov 7, 2014 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Cheap Thrills: 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite
Everyone loves the look of the early “bugeyed” Sprites, but there is something to be said for wind-up windows, door locks, and a trunk lid. Conveniences like this may not seem important on a sports cars… Unless of course… more»
Oct 9, 2014 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Rare Garage Find: 1948 Austin A90 Atlantic
Of all the millions of Austins built, the A90 Atlantic is probably the last car anyone would expect to find hiding in an old garage in Canada. The Atlantic was never built in any significant number and the lack… more»
Sep 2, 2014 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Still For Sale: 1965 Austin-Healey 3000
When Andrew M sent in information about an upcoming auction for a barn find Austin Healey 3000, I was driving through the middle of Montana and writing about it while driving just didn’t seem like a safe idea. When… more»
Aug 22, 2014 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Affordable Fun: 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite
With classic car prices on the rise with no signs of stopping, it is always nice to find an affordable little project like this 1965 Sprite. The seller bought it back in 1970 and enjoyed it until about 10… more»
Aug 5, 2014 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Black-Plate Bugeye: 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite
Californians love to find cars with black license plates. The rest of us should too because that black plate means that the car has been in the car-friendly climate of California since at least 1969. This particular 1959 AH… more»
Jun 30, 2014 • For Sale • 42 Comments
Which Big Healey Would You Bag?
There are a handful of cars out there that people love so much that they will restore any example they can get their hands on, no matter the condition. Ferraris, Shelbys, Corvettes, and yes, even Austin Healeys fit in… more»
Mar 25, 2014 • For Sale • 38 Comments
V8-Powered Bugeye Sprite
We have been tempted to join the Nasty Boys before and this 1959 Austin Healey that Jim S just sent in has rekindled the flame. We know it goes against everything we stand for. The concept of preservation goes… more»
Feb 6, 2014 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Reader Finds: February 6, 2014
There are plenty of interesting projects on the market today. Most of the ones sent in today are optimistically priced, but there are a few potential bargains too. If it turns out to be solid underneath, we would probably… more»
Oct 17, 2013 • For Sale • 61 Comments
V8 Powered 1958 Austin-Healey 100-6
We have debated the whole AH swap thing before, but when BF reader Dolphin sent us a link to this V8 powered 1958 Austin-Healey, we couldn’t resist. It may seem wrong to shove a V8 into one of these desirable roadsters,… more»
Sep 15, 2013 • Stories • 9 Comments
A Healey in the Shadows
Whenever we feature a car that is sitting in a garage with other vehicles, there are always a few people who will focus more on the one in the background. Today’s In the Barn story is a good example… more»
Sep 10, 2013 • Stories • 16 Comments
Reader Find: 1959 Austin Healey 100-6
This photo may look familiar. We used it in our New Years post, but never told the story behind the car lurking in that barn. We are sure a few of you have wondered what became of it, so… more»
Sep 5, 2013 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Perfect Pairing: 1953 Alvis-Healey Roadster
When Alvis Motor and the Healey Company struck a deal in the early 1950’s to build a car together, the result was a car that was both beautiful and fantastic to drive. Sadly, after only 25 cars were built… more»
