2021-12-20 11:50:40 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction 9/21

www.handh.co.uk/auction/lot/lot-96---1958-austin-healey-1006-bn6/

Auction description:

Wed, 8th Sep 2021 13:00

Imperial War Museum Duxford

Lot 96

1958 Austin Healey 100/6 BN6

The Subject of a Comprehensive Photographic Restoration

Sold for £37,562

Registration No: 779 UYG

Chassis No: BN6-L/857

MOT: Exempt

First of the iconic six-cylinder 'Big Healeys'

The subject of a fully documented restoration and less than 1000 miles covered since

Offered with a removable 'Works-specification' hardtop

Originally a left-hand drive model, this BN6 roadster underwent a full and comprehensive restoration during 2014-15 and was converted to right-hand drive in the process. Purchased and imported by Gordon Scott of Hayward & Scott (classic car component fabricators), it still presents like a recent restoration should and runs and drives well. The car was finished 'in-house' to a particularly high 'no expense spared' specification, including a 'Works' hardtop, front disk brakes, alternator, inertia reel seatbelts, new chrome wire wheels (shod with XAS tyres), together with a bespoke (and quite beautiful!) exhaust system and manifold.

This wonderful Big Healey is accompanied by a V5C Registration Document and records of its restoration including photographs of the car throughout the process, a Heritage certificate, a small number of receipts and a letter from Mr Scott confirming the works that were carried out.

Well-maintained six-cylinder Healeys provide a fabulous driving experience and this example presents extremely well in a wonderful, yet unusual colour combination. Ready to enjoy, '779 UYG' demands a close look for anyone seeking a practical and stylish sports car with some subtle upgrades, that simply couldn't be replicated for even a fraction of the guide price.

Please note - this is vehicle is supplied with a tonneau cover and hood frame.

Vendor Condition Ratings:

Bodywork: 'Excellent’

Engine: 'Very Good'

Electrical Equipment: 'Very Good’

Paintwork: 'Excellent’

Gearbox: 'Very Good’

Interior Trim: 'Very Good'