Vehicle Description
1956 Austin Healey 100 / 4 - BN2 Le Mans modification
The first Austin Healey 100's were known as 100-4 or BN1. The name
100 came-about by being able to break the 100-mph barrier. The BN
also had meaning. The B represented the engine class which meant it
had between 2000 and 3000 cc. The N represented the body-style
configuration, two-seat and open-top.
In October of 1955, the BN2 was introduced. The BN2 was similar to
the BN1 in design but now featured larger drum brakes and a new
four-speed transmission with overdrive.
The 100M was a Le Mans variation of the BN2 with an increased
horsepower rating of 100-110. It featured bigger carburetors and
modified distributor. Valve springs and anti-roll bars were added
to the suspension. During its production run, 1100 of the Le Mans
BN2's were produced. - Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2006
This 1956 Austin Healey 100 was built in April of 1956 by Donald
Healey Motor Company in Warwick, United Kingdom and shipped to
United States the following month. The cars Chassis, Body, and
Engine numbers are proved to be matching by the British Motor
Industries, Heritage Trust.
The Austin Healey underwent a well-documented, rotisserie
restoration in 2001 and has been very well maintained since. Paint
and body work was performed by Paint Works, in Dover New Hampshire.
The Red and Black exterior remains in very good condition and shows
well against the pristine black interior.
The original 2,655 cc inline-4 engine has been fully rebuilt as
well as the 4-speed manual transmission. Restoration was completed
to as near factory condition as possible, using top quality parts
and accessories.
During restoration, the high performance "M" kit was added. This
factory inspired package includes larger SU carburetors, a cold air
box to improve engine air flow, a high lift cam shaft, high
compression pistons, stiffened front suspension, bonnet louvers,
and the leather bonnet belt. This package brings the BN2 to near
110 hp.
If you would like to learn more about this vehicle, please contact
us at Legendary Motors LLC.
British Motor Industry Trust Car / chassis number: BN2-L /
231907
Engine number: 1B / 231907 - M
Body number: 5820 / 13384
