1958 Austin Healey Sprite Manual
VIC • Dealer used
22
Odometer28,249km
Body typeConvertible
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Comments from the dealer
1958 AUSTIN HEALEY SPRITE MkI
SN:4504 VIN:YHAN ENG:12CEDAH2221
$40,000
(To be sold Unregistered & with Vic RWC)
A FUN CLASSIC WITH IMPROVED PERFORMANCE
Released in 1958 to rave reviews the all new Austin Healey Sprite was an immediate success, with its spritely performance and precise handling, selling 48,987 units in their 3 year production run. Sprites were very successful in all levels of motorsport and chalked class wins at Sebring, the Alpine Rally and many more, including 12th outright at LeMans in 1965.
Still retaining its highly desirable original factory steel bonnet, this MkI Bugeye presents well, finished in ‘Old English White’, riding on Superlite alloy wheels, complemented by a beautiful Blue interior re-trimmed by Tim Ward, featuring leather seats, new carpets and a period style Moto-Lita leather sports steering wheel, whilst a practical blue tonneau cover is included.
The Sprite is fitted with the preferable combination of a 1275cc A-series engine built by PowerPlay Automotive with a Ribcase gearbox and also features sensible upgrades including a 45DCOE13 Weber carburettor, Redline manifold, extractor exhaust system, MkIII Sprite Front Disc Brakes, Scorcher electronic ignition, 6-blade cooling fan, a thermatic fan and spin-on oil filter to ensure that the engine runs sweetly, stops & handles well and most importantly runs reliably.
Due to its diminutive size, weight and appropriate, uprated period performance, this British sports car is superb fun to drive, and is ready to be regularly used on club events, touring the countryside and exploring the local hills.
Priced without Reg, Talk to us about Reg, Club or Other Plate Options.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE: 1275cc BMC A-SERIES 4 CYLINDER
FUEL SYSTEM: FUEL SYSTEM: WEBER 45DCOE13 CARBURETTOR
TRANSMISSION: RIBCASE 4 SPEED MANUAL
SUSPENSION: INDEPENDENT FRONT, LIVE AXLE REAR
BRAKES: MKIII SPRITE FRONT DISC & REAR DRUM
WHEELS: 13" x 6" PERFORMANCE SUPERLITE
Car details
øVehicle description
MK I Roadster 2dr Man 4sp 950
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insure
Exterior colour
White
Interior colour
Blue
Body type
Convertible, 2 doors, 2 seats
Transmission
4 speed Manual
Engine
4 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 950L
Registration plate
AHBUG
Registration expiry
April 2026
Build date
June 1958
Compliance date
Check with seller
Dealer stock ID
SN4504
Comfort & Convenience
Door pockets
1st row (front)
Interior
Vinyl
Trim
Seating
Front row seats
Bucket
Exterior
Chrome finish
GrilleHeadlamp bezels
Wheels & Tyres
Spare wheel
Full size steelSteel rim only
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
0
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
948cc
Engine Size (L)
0.9L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
4
Camshaft
Pushrod
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Compression ratio
8.3
Engine Code
A Series
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
33.6kW @ 5500rpm
Torque
71Nm @ 3000rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
51.9kW/t
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
4
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
27L
Fuel Delivery
Carburettor Multiple
Method of Delivery
Mechanical
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Steel
Dimensions & Weights
Kerb Weight
648kg
Other
Country of Origin
UNITED KINGDOM
Launch Year
1958
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
MK I
Series
MK I
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
2
Body Style
Convertible
Probationary plate status +
Victoria
Approved
Queensland
Approved
South Australia
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
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Member since
2017
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