Austin Healey 100-4 (1956)
for sale
Price: US $45,000.00
Price: US $45,000.00
Why is the Austin Healey 100-4
BN2 collectable?
While the
Austin-Healey 100-4 BN2 was a near direct replacement to the BN1 models, there
were several changes to the 1955 production of the second series. These cars
had a true 4-speed transmission with overdrive, as compared to the BN1’s 3-speed
transmission, and offered smaller front brakes and stiffer springs to improve
the cars balance. Other features that distinguish the BN2 from the BN1
are the slightly larger front wheel arches, and different rear axle. In 1955, a
high-performance 100M model was
introduced, with larger carburetors, a cold air box to increase engine air
flow, high-lift camshaft and 8.1:1 compression pistons. It produced
110 bhp (82 kW) at 4500 rpm. The front suspension was stiffened and
the bonnet gained louvres, along with a bonnet belt. The 100M
components (including the high compression pistons) were also available as the
Le Mans Engine Modification Kit, which could be installed in either a BN1 or
BN2 with the engine in situ, improving the power output to approximately 110 bhp
(75 kW) at 4500 rpm. The kit could be ordered from BMC, allowing private owners to make their own modifications. By January
1956 production was running at 200 cars each month and sales in California 150
cars each month. The final BN2 was built in July 1956, with a total
of only 4604 BN2s produced, including the 100M.
One thing is
certain; these Austin-Healey Roadster models are highly sought after among
British and classic sport car enthusiasts. In fact, Jay Leno is known to have a
1956 Austin-Healey 100 BN2 in his private collection as well.
The Car Being Offered…
is a strikingly beautiful, completely restored, example of one of
the most sought after Austin-Healey’s
;
the 100-4 BN2, with electronic Overdrive. An optional 100M conversion kit can
be negotiated with the sale of this car outside of the auction. A
complete body off restoration was done in 1988, and
complete mechanical restoration was completed again in 2011. This Healey is
finished with a BEAUTIFUL
Healey Blue
exterior and an
EXQUISITE looking blue interior, which is a stunning color combination and
highly sought after by enthusiast!
This is a
NUMBERS MATCHING
car! All numbers
verified through the Heritage society for Austin Healey cars. Photos of the
numbers can be viewed i in the ad.
This particular car was owned by an 84-year-old
gentleman who had this in his private collection for many years. He was the 3rdowner
of the car and he had the car mechanically restored to run like new back in
2011, including a rebuilt engine, new clutch, re-cored radiator, new 6-blade
fan, all instruments rebuilt, etc.
All receipts included. ONLY 3200 miles
since this restoration.
Additionally,
t
hroughout this time, the car was serviced
and maintained by
British Cars Forever
in MD
.
Additional Highlights
·
Brand new tires
with
less than 500 miles
on them
· Frame and underside are in PERFECT
condition
· Top and tonneau cover are
in EXCELLENT condition
· Chrome plating is perfect
and looks like a mirror
·
Original Side Curtains
are nearly
perfect with original fabric liners and trim, stored in a felt lined storage
pouch
·
Beautiful original tool kits
for this
vintage Healey comes complete with the car, (jack, hammer, tools, tire pump, etc.)
·
Original carpet
in EXECELLENT condition
· Correctly painted spoked wheels
are in perfect condition
·
Nearly all documentation since the original owner
and all receipts for the engine rebuild and restoration are
included with the sale of the car
· Fitted with correct era fog
lamps have been installed which ad to the signature look of this gorgeous
Healey
· Personalized collector
plates included:
‘1956 BN2’
Video of the car
being driven is available
at: here
A COMPLETE Leman’s 100M racing kit is available for sale with the
completed auction and the price is negotiable.
The carbs included with the kit were built by Jeff Palya from
Palya Tech
with the exact etching as
done by the factory for 100M cars.
Every part needed to convert this
100-4 to a 100M is included… hood, pistons, camshaft, valves, distributor, cold
air box, manifolds, louvered aluminum bonnet, belts, and plates.
Unlike the Healey’s that you will find at big
name auctions, this car does not include high exorbitant fees above and beyond
it’s selling price. This is to your advantage – bid with confidence.
NOTE:
The
car is advertised elsewhere, including eBay, so if you are interested don’t
hesitate to move on it as it may not be on the market very long.
The car is available for viewing. Just
contact me and I’ll arrange a time for you to view it if you desire.
TERMS OF SALE
OVERVIEW
: The
following terms of sale apply to this auction:
Payment
: Upon making a deal the Buyer
agrees to pay $1, 000.00 USD (non-refundable) via a PayPal deposit within 24
hours, and the balance in full within 7 days of the close of the auction via
Wire Transfer. All financial
transactions must be completed before delivery of the vehicle. A copy of
a clear title will be sent to the Buyer (as proof of clear title) upon Buyer
sending Seller Buyer’s contact information, and a down payment in hand. The original title will be sent to the Buyer within 5 Business Days upon Buyer
paying for the vehicle in full.
Disclaimer
: This vehicle is sold AS-IS
WHERE-IS. This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the
correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no
warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on
account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions
or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be
construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to
have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself
as to the condition and, value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The
seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known
defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close
of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any
oral statements about the vehicle.
Fees and
Taxes
: Out of
state buyers are responsible for all state, county, city taxes and fees, as
well as title/registration fees in the state that the vehicle will be
registered.
Shipping: The
Buyer is responsible for arranging for shipping and responsible for all related
costs. The Seller will see to it that the car is available for pick-up at a
time that best meets both the Buyer’s and Seller’s schedule.
update: 2017-06-05
Condition: | Used | Year: | 1956 |
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): | 1B228067 | Mileage: | 3,200 |
Interior Color: | Blue | Make: | Austin Healey |
Number of Cylinders: | 4 | Model: | 100-4 |
Transmission: | Manual | Drive Type: | RWD |
Body Type: | Convertible | Vehicle Title: | Clear |
Sub Model: | BN2 | For Sale By: | Private Seller |
Exterior Color: | Blue | Drive Side: | Left-hand drive |