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1958 Austin-Healey 100/6 (BN4)
Lot Number: 450
1958 Austin-Healey 100/6 (BN4)
A great practical classic with occasional four seats and the joy that is a Big Healey.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 28th May, 2022 at 1.00pm BST at Sywell Aerodrome, Sywell, Northampton, NN6 0BN
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BODY COLOUR
Blue / White -
DRIVE
LHD -
REG NUMBER
768 XVG
SUMMARY
A great practical classic with occasional four seats and the joy that is a Big Healey.
DESCRIPTION
Introduced for 1956, the 100/6 represented the most radical step forward in the Big Healey's development. Despite its initial success, sales of the original Austin-Healey 100 had begun to decline by the mid-1950s and so the model was revamped as the '100/6', BMC's 2.6-litre C-series six replacing the original four-cylinder Austin Atlantic engine. At the same time the wheelbase was lengthened from 7' 6" to 7' 8", which enabled the inclusion of two occasional seats in the rear of the BN4 variant. In 100-6 tune the pushrod six produced 102bhp – 12 horsepower more than its predecessor. Although stylistically very similar to the preceding 100, the 100/6 was nevertheless easily distinguishable by its 'crinkle' radiator grille and bonnet-top air intake. In 1957 an improved six-port engine became available, and this 117bhp unit was fitted to all the newly introduced BN6 two-seater roadsters. Top speed improved to 111mph and 1.7 seconds was cut from the 0-60mph time.
Finished in Healey Ice Blue over Ivory, this eminently useable 100/6 was restored some years ago forming part of an eclectic and ever changing collection in recent years, and has been continually maintained to be on the button to be used and enjoyed as intended. It was purchased in America by the current owner some years ago for his own entertainment before being shipped back to the UK in 2019. Retaining its 2.6-litre six cylinder engine mated to a 4-speed overdrive gearbox, the BN4 has recently had replacement carpets fitted and new side screens are present. A delight to drive knowing that you are at the helm of one of the most recognisable British Sports cars ever produced.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 450
- Make
- AUSTIN-HEALEY
- Model
- 100-6
- Registration Number
- 768 XVG
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- BN4LS47854
- Engine Number
- 020748
- Transmission
- Manual Overdrive
- Body Colour
- Blue / White
CONSIGNOR
Charles Smalley
- Car Specialist
- 07421 007866
- charles@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.
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Vehicles can be collected from Sywell Aerodrome, NN6 0BN, on Monday 30th May between 9am and 2pm.
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