Vehicle Description
Selling Exclusively at Bring-a-Trailer Auction!
1956 Austin-Healey 100 M 'Le Mans'
Chassis No. BN2-L/232048-M
Engine No. 1B/232048-M (matching-numbers)
Body No. 13110 (matching-numbers body tag, bonnet, cockpit
surrounds and boot lid bracket)
Rare and highly sought-after, factory-equipped Austin-Healey 100 M
"Le Mans;" 1 of just 640 produced
Equipped with its Numbers-Matching Chassis, Engine and Body - per
British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate
• BMIHT confirms that this vehicle is a Genuine Factory Built
Austin Healey 100 M 'Le Mans'
Factory-optioned with "Le Mans" performance modifications, namely a
louvered bonnet with leather strap, larger S.U. carburetors with
cold-air intake, high-compression pistons, and high-lift
camshaft.
Offered from over 60 Years of Ownership!
• 1961 California Registration Card
• Sold on its 1972 California 'Pink Slip'
• Longtime Southern California 'Black Plate' Car
Stylishly prepared with mellowed older restoration to period
livery
Final Model Year 100/4 - Eligible for Prominent Worldwide Touring
Events
2024 Inspection and Major Service performed by DriverSource
• All New Fluids and Filters
• Ignition Wires and Spark Plugs
• Wheel Cylinders, Master Cylinder, Reservoir, Brake Shoes and
Hoses
• Suspension Rubbers
• Fuel Pump, Sending Unit, Fuel Hose
• Rebuild Carburetors
• Radiator Restoration, Coolant Hoses and Cap
• Engine Gaskets and Belt
• Wipers and Blades
• 165SR15 Michelin XZX Tires and Tubes (x5)
Accompanied by Original factory Owner's Handbook and Service
Manual
Complete with Tool Kit, Jack in Case, Jack Crank in Bag, Matching
Spare Tire Assembly with Securing Strap, Soft Top, Side Curtains in
Sleeve and Full-Cab Tonneau Cover
The 100 M "Le Mans" was introduced in 1955 as a higher-performance
version of the Austin-Healey BN2, featuring larger carburetors and
a high-lift camshaft, as well as high-compression pistons and a
number of other upgrades that increased engine output from 90 to
110 horsepower. It was also equipped with an upgraded anti-roll bar
and a louvered bonnet secured by leather straps. While some BN2s
were retrofitted with performance parts to obtain 100 M-like
performance, only a limited number of the 100 M were built by the
factory in 1955 and 1956, making them among the most sought-after
of British sports cars and cherished by the few lucky enough to own
one.
This 1956 Austin-Healey 100 M "Le Mans" is a factory-built example
completed on April 24, 1956 and delivered new to the United States.
The car has remained under single-family ownership for over 6
decades.
A truly versatile instrument for nearly any vintage automotive
event, this particular 1956 Austin-Healey 100 M 'Le Mans' offers
many opportunities to its next caretaker, and is currently
available for worldwide purchase and delivery from our Houston,
Texas showroom.
The above vehicle information is accurate to the best of our
knowledge at the time it is posted to this website. It is provided
'as-is', without warranties as to its accuracy, whether expressed
or implied, and is intended for informational purposes only.
Corrections or additional information is always appreciated.
All advertised prices exclude government fees and taxes, any
finance charges, any dealer document preparation charge, and
shipping expenses. Vehicles are subject to prior sale. DriverSource
is not liable for any errors, omissions, or mistakes.
