Austin Sprite 1959

This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2025 on Sunday the 9th of November, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT. , The Oxford Dictionary's definition of 'Spritely' is 'Like a Sprite, lively, nimble, full of energy', a description that neatly fits the smart little Cherry Red Frogeye on offer here,An original UK-supplied, right-hand drive Mk1 which retains its original 948cc engine,Heritage Certificate confirms despatch in May 1959 to Swain and Jones Ltd, Farnham and onward to its first owner,Factory-fitted extras included a heater, rev counter and front bumpers,Comprehensive overhaul in 2005 with invoices: new clutch, ring gear, timing gears/chain, spin-on oil filter conversion, and +60'' pistons,Brake overhaul in 2011 with new cylinders and shoes,Retains all-steel construction and a nicely patinated original interior,Supplied with a spare wheel, side screens, tonneau and roof (no rips or tears),Accompanied by a history file, invoices and 26 old MOTs. Now MOT and tax-exempt,