Vehicle Description
1956 Austin Healey 100M Lemans This 1965 Austin-Healy 100 M "Le
Mans" is dressed in reno red over black exterior paint scheme with
red interior. A unique two-tone paint scheme helps to air in a
visual identification with fold down windshield and driving lights
for true racing fashion. Don Healey partner with the British motor
corp. In 1956 to produce the 100 "Le mans" at the Austin plant in
Long-bridge, England. Subsequently the car was named Austin-Healey
100M, a race car that place 12th and 14the at the 1953 Lemans
competition. "Le Mans" designation included the trademark louvered
bonnet, high compression piston engine, improved distributor and
legendary looks. Larger anti-sway bar, special setting shock
absorbers, hotter camshaft, bigger SU 1.75" carburetors and cold
air intake box, it helps power the Austin while giving it a
distinct sound. This Austin Healey was certified and confirmed as a
factory 100M and only 1 of 640 ever built. The 100M 2600 CC OHV 4
cylinder produced 110 horsepower. This one only has 37 miles on the
chassis and build number BN2-L/231253 and engine number 1B/231253-M
/ body number 12734.
