Reader Mike L spotted this 1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite, which is in extremely rough shape. The seller has listed it as being a parts car at best, but Mike was curious whether any of his fellow readers thought… more»
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Spritely Project: 1961 Austin Healey Bugeye
This weathered but still cheerful Bugeye has been a long-term project for the seller, who has owned the car since 1980. They have realized that they won’t have time to finish it anytime soon, so it’s being passed on… more»
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Epic Rust! 1960 Austin-Healey 3000
I can honestly say I’ve never seen a rustier Austin-Healey! Thanks to Robert R for this entertaining find. Honestly, that’s what it is, because I don’t think anyone in either their right or wrong mind would attempt a restoration… more»
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Motoring Monday: AH 3000 Rally Tribute
The Austin-Healey 3000 was a very successful rally car in its day. This car is not one of the actual rally cars, but it has been turned into a convincing cosmetic tribute to them. Located in Bellingham, Washington and listed… more»
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Big Healey Project for $5k!
Prices for good Austin-Healeys have gotten so high that even rough projects like this ’59 seem like a bargain at $5,000. It probably isn’t a wise choice in the long run, but it does provide a lower entry cost…. more»
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1966 Austin Healey Sprite: No Reserve
I love a good no reserve auction! You never know, you could pick up a great find on the cheap. Take this 1966 Austin Healey Sprite, which is currently listed here on eBay. Bidding only has a few hours… more»
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1962 Austin Healey 3000: Ran When Parked
There are some cars that seem to command a following no matter where they go, and it’s safe to say the Big Healeys fall into that category. This 1962 MK2 example was posted here on craigslist for $14,000 as part… more»
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Big Project: 1961 Austin-Healey 3000
Big Healeys are iconic British sports cars that provide a nice mix of power, agility, and relative exclusivity. From the looks of it, this is a Mark I BT7. If you aren’t into Austin Healeys, that probably doesn’t make… more»
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Desert Fresh: 1957 Austin-Healey 100-6
Surely there are more than a few AH enthusiasts already dieing to get their hands on this 100-6. They are dreaming of a body off restoration back to it’s original Healey Blue hue. I, on the other hand, am… more»
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1960 Austin Healey: The Eliminator
One of the funnest parts of buying a classic car is doing the investigation work to discover the car’s full story. Few cars tell the kind of stories that old race cars do. Some are easy to dig up… more»
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Feeling Spritely? Austin-Healey Sprites
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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
