Vehicle Description
Lightweight sports car fun with a legendary name attached to it is
why this 1967 Austin Healey Sprite MkIII so alluring. And so the
affordable price on this ready-to-run classic means you're not the
only one dreaming of droptop fun.
This one just seems to get the presentation right. These MkIII cars
have a much less polarizing and more sophisticated appearance than
the first generation. Plus, the Polo Green is one of the shades
that could be used for British Racing Green - so it really looks
like a much more upstanding British machine. This one lives up to
its sprightly name with the bumpers expertly deleted. And not only
does it save weight, but it also really gives this one a sleeker
and sportier appearance. Add in the leather hood straps, winged
hood badge, and English vanity plate up front, and this one looks
ready to make a run to Goodwood.
Because a vehicle like this was made to be open to the world, there
has been a nice investment in a handsome interior. Not only does
the red look great against the dark green exterior, but also the
white piping and details on the seats and door panels really give
it an extra dose of class. While there are two individual bucket
seats, it's really the driver's one that matters. You slip behind
the correct three-spoke steering wheel, which gives you a
commanding view of the gauges. And the way the gearstick feels in
your right hand lets you know this is a true back roads machine.
While the MKIIs have full roll up windows, and there are provisions
for the folding convertible top, we really know you're going to
love driving with the split tonneau that also comes with the
sale.
The 1098cc four-cylinder motor was an upgrade in displacement from
previous generations. It's a lively motor that has been properly
taken care of in this example. You can see that this is mean to be
a proper driver by the condition of the dual carburetors, upgraded
insulation, and upgraded electric fan. And while these were not the
car to go challenging Corvettes, the Healey Sprites are legendary
for another reason. This little roadster commands your attention.
You'll love being an essential part of the performance as you
listen for the exact right moment to shift the four-speed manual.
It's all up to you to remain in the best powerband. Plus, its
unibody construction keeps the weight down white making it more
rigid that many far more expensive roadsters. And it even handles
quite nicely thanks to quick steering, modern tires, and front disc
brakes.
So as you look at all the pictures of this classic British icon,
don't forget that other drivers might be figuring out that this
roadster is within their budget too. Don't miss out, call
today!
