Austin Healey Sprite
£16,995
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Manual
Reg: VOT428
948cc Engine
24,144 Miles
Convertible
Petrol
2 Doors
Red
1959
£16,995
This car is in the Northampton, Northamptonshire area. Please use the 'Email Dealer' form above to contact the seller. We do not display the dealer's name or phone number as they are not on our Premium Advertising Programme, however they do carry excellent used car stock in the Northampton area and we feel it is worth listing their stock in a limited capacity.
Austin Healey FROGEYE SPRITE - for £16,995
Description
1959 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite MK I. An original UK RHD MkI. Cherry red with red upholstery. Retaining its 948cc engine. The Heritage Certificate lists VOT 428s first owner as Miss Charlton of Camberley Surrey. The car was despatched in mid May 1959 to the supplying dealer Swain and Jones Ltd of Farnham, painted Cherry Red as a UK Home Market car. Extras included a heater, rev counter and front bumpers. In 2005 the car went through a comprehensive overhaul with invoices on file, this included a new clutch, ring gear, timing gears and chain as well as a spin on oil filter conversion and new +60 pistons. In 2011 it was given a brake overhaul with new cylinders and shoes. The car was purchase by the previous owner in 2012 who further improved and maintained the car, ensuring its appealing originality was retained. The car drives just as you would expect with a very smooth gearbox and a nippy engine, she is a great fun car to drive round the country lanes on a sunny day (if summer ever decides to make an appearance). The car comes with a lovely history file which contains some invoices and 26 old mots. This car is as good underneath and under the bonnet as she is on top. Retaining its all-steel construction and its very nicely patinated original interior. Comes with spare wheel , side screens, tonneau and roof with no rips or tears. You will not be disappointed with this wonderful classic and viewing is highly recommended. Remarkable in both quality and presence, this is a vehicle that any enthusiast would be very proud to own and would adorn any collection. Now MOT and tax exempt. Absolutely any inspection welcome. Please call us for any more information. All major debit and credit cards accepted. UK mainland delivery included. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @morseclassics
