INTRODUCTION: Ground-up restored by a former president of the
Austin-Healey Club, this exceptional example spent most of its life
in California. It's a certified Gold Concours Award winner with
documentation from the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust.
Featuring the rare Tri-Carb engine, an award-winning restoration,
and an impressive pedigree, we just acquired it from the John Cena
car collection!
EXTERIOR: This restoration is at least 28 years old, and it has
certainly stood the test of time! The body still looks fantastic.
It's straight, clean, and free of rust or damage. The doors, hood,
and trunk all fit nicely. Repainted in the stunning combination of
Florida Green and Pacific Green, it's a unique and outstanding
color combination that really sets this British sports car apart.
The finish is smooth as glass with a beautiful shine. You may find
a very minor imperfection here or there if you go looking, but
overall it's impressive! The chrome and trim are shiny and
straight, and the windshield is crystal clear. It includes the
original detachable side windows, which are functional but have not
been restored. New replacements are available for approximately
$1,000. The black canvas convertible top looks to have been
replaced recently. My favorite feature is the optional chrome wire
wheels with knockoff spinners. They sparkle like new and are
wrapped in radial tires for improved driving and handling.
INTERIOR: This is a 2+2, meaning it has seating for four
passengers. The front bucket seats are upholstered in genuine
leather, along with the center armrest cushion. The rear seats have
been reupholstered to match. The door panels and storage pockets
are also neatly upholstered. The beautiful beige upholstery is
accented with green piping, giving it a very classy British sports
car look. The dash area has been restored and features a nice set
of factory gauges and knobs. The heater control panel looks to have
been replaced, and there's a convenient storage tray underneath.
One of my favorite features is the gorgeous polished wood-rim
steering wheel with aluminum spokes, mounted on an optional
telescopic steering column. It's also equipped with the optional
heater and seat belts for both front and rear passengers.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Under the hood, it looks like everything was
completely disassembled and properly restored. At the heart of it
is the original #s-matching 2.9-liter inline six-cylinder engine
producing 132 horsepower. What makes this one particularly special
is the factory Tri-Carb setup featuring three SU carburetors. This
rare arrangement was offered only from 1961 into 1962 before being
discontinued. All the components appear clean, correct, and
properly restored. Even the wiring harness looks to have been
replaced with reproduction cloth wrapped wiring for an authentic
factory appearance. Overall, the engine compartment is beautifully
detailed and presents exceptionally well!
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: It's clean, complete, and properly detailed. The
underside of the trunk lid is neatly painted and has a nice
weatherstrip. Inside, it has the correct trunk liner and a fifth
wire wheel for a spare. It even includes the lead hammer for
removing the knockoff spinners. The 12-volt battery is conveniently
mounted in the trunk and equipped with a master disconnect
switch.
UNDERSIDE: It appears to have undergone a rotisserie restoration.
Everything was removed from underneath the car, revealing
completely solid, clean metal that was painted body color. The
steering, suspension, and braking systems were all gone through at
the time of restoration. It features front disc brakes, something
Austin-Healey offered well before they became common on American
cars. It has a beautiful polished stainless steel dual exhaust
system that produces that unmistakable British sports car sound.
Looking up at the motor, everything is clean and properly detailed.
The 4-speed transmission was just rebuilt and features the highly
desirable electric overdrive, making highway cruising much more
enjoyable. The rear end has been restored and is equipped with 3.90
gears for some spirited driving.
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and our reputation. Every
vehicle goes through our service department where it is inspected,
test driven, and we address the essentials before offering it for
sale.
CONCLUSION: There's something special about the charm and driving
experience of a vintage British sports car! The Austin-Healey was a
cut above many of its competitors, offering a bigger, more
substantial car with the power and smoothness of a six-cylinder
engine. From the sound of the exhaust to the feel of the open road,
it's a driving experience that modern cars simply can't duplicate.
This award winning example offers all that classic British
character with an impressive pedigree to match!
Vehicles are displayed in a museum setting. Admission applies
without an appointment and is refunded with purchase, including a
one-year museum membership.
815-385-3644 (9-5 Central)
[email protected] - Prompt responses
Electronic overdrive
Tri-power carbs
Smith heater
Telescopic wheel
Seatbelts
Convertible top
Side windows
Wire wheels
