2023-03-10 13:22:33 | pauls writes:

Car at auction 3/23

www.classiccarauctions.co.uk/1957-austin-healey-100/6-recc31281-1-nec-0323

Auction description:

Lot Number 160

Make AUSTIN-HEALEY

Model 100/6

Variant BN4

Registration Number 263 UYT

MOT Expiry Exempt

Chassis Number BN4L035201

Engine Number 1C35201

Transmission Manual

Body Colour Old English White (Cream)

A beautifully restored BN4, converted to right-hand drive, and offered from a superb private collection.

Despite its initial success, sales of the original Austin-Healey 100 had begun to decline so the model was revamped as the '100/6'

The wheelbase was lengthened from 7'6" to 7'8", enabling the inclusion of two occasional seats in the rear of the BN4 variant

The new model was now powered by BMC's 2.6-Litre, C-series six-cylinder generating a healthy 102bhp

This 1957 BN4 was originally sold to Holland in LHD before returning to the UK around 1970

It was subsequently fully restored and converted to right-hand drive by a previous owner

The restoration included a full strip to bare metal, new aluminium wings and doors, the front aluminium shroud was replaced and all of the removed parts were either repaired, restored or replaced as new.

The engine, gearbox and overdrive have been overhauled, and an unleaded head was fitted as was a new clutch and exhaust

The interior was refinished with new red leather seats, red carpets and trim

The bodywork was refinished in Old English White cellulose paint, as original. New black hood and new chrome bumpers and chrome trim