Austin Healey 1958

*** THE SALE *** 1958 Austin-Healey 100/6 (BN4) is for sale on our website, Trade Classics. The price listed here is our guide price - the reserve will be lower. Please view Trade Classics to read more about the car with more photos of the car that will show you the full condition, with the option to directly ask the seller any questions you may have. **** VEHICLE SUMMARY **** A true British icon - a powerful engine, crisp handling and a unique charming style.Way before the 1960s British Music invasion of the US, the British motor industry had already created a demand for energetic and emotional pleasure. American soldiers were given a taste of affordable and fun open-top sports cars when stationed in the UK, and once they returned home, helped to create a demand that did much to support the British economy during the post-war years. With much of the UK's output being exported, the likes of the Austin-Healey made a huge impression on the perception of what a sports car should look and sound like. The Austin Healey created a legacy to become one of the finest open-top sports cars ever to be produced in the UK. Starting life in 1956, the Austin Healey 100/6 was an evolution of the original. Never losing its character and appeal, it was known as the Big Healey, due to its impressive power and imposing presence. The 6-cylinder car was a natural on the racetrack and was the first Big Healey to offer rear seats as an option. Designated the BN4, the styling became more streamlined and now featured a fixed windscreen. Powered by a tuned 2.6-litre C-Series engine, the 100/6 offered the motorist an affordable machine that could reach 100 mph and beyond.This 1958 Abingdon-built home market RHD car was first registered in May 1958 and is finished in "Colorado Red / Old English White", with a red leather interior. It comes from just over 1.5 years with our vendor and an impressive history file with a background of several long-term owners. It has seen a partial body renovation carried out 11 years ago and is believed to be one of just 100 Dunlop 4-disc brake models, additionally, the car retains early Abingdon features, including the Morris green engine, cigarette lighter, lockable door handle and transparent cones on the rear reflectors. **** VEHICLE DETAIL **** We've written a longer and detailed description about this vehicle on our website that will have all of your burning questions answered. To see the car on our site then just click the 'Website' link on this listing - it will take you directly to the car without searching, or you can search for us, Trade Classics, on Google. **** BEFORE YOU CALL US **** We love to speak to buyers about our specialist cars, however, we sell lots of cars each week across the UK and mainland EU, so we'd really value you helping us out by checking out the full listing on Trade Classics first. This is because we have written additional information about history, condition and specification. Don't worry, if you still have a question and you want to speak to us then no problem - please just give us a call during office hours. **** ABOUT US **** We're petrolheads that love specialist cars and have built a trusted business bringing buyers and sellers together via our service. You can search Trade Classics on Google to read all about us and check out our 5 star reviews. We're very proud of our service and think you'll love the way we honestly represent every car we sell.