Vehicle Description
The Mark I Sprite made from 1958-1961 became affectionately known
as the Frogeye in the UK and the Bugeye in the US. The initial
design intended for the headlights to be retractable but cost
cutting deleted that idea.
The engines used in the early cars was a 948 cc producing 43 HP.
The car we are pleased to offer here is the 1275 cc engine out of a
later car producing 65 HP which is a huge difference considering
the car only weighs in at just over 1300 lbs.
These wonderful little cars have a huge race following along with
the Midgets having their very own series called the Spridget
races.
This super nice car and in addition to the engine upgrade has an
exhaust header as well as a upgraded dual master cylinder brake
system with separate reservoirs for brake and clutch. It is also
fitted with a solid state electronic fuel pump which is found to be
more reliable.
The front and rear have been lowered for better handling along with
new fuel tank. There has been a complete service in the last 2
years with full fluid system flush, rear hub seals, rear wheel
cylinders replaced, repaired radius arm bushings, tuning and
shimming front suspension with full lube job. The car was restored
by a well known British car mechanic in Louisiana, who is now
retired. His expertise and attention to detail is apparent
throughout the car especially in the mechanicals. This car is a
spirited driver and will put a smile on any ones face who
appreciates open air British motoring.
This fantastic little Bugeye is ready to go.
To see over 80 photos of this car, including under carriage please
visit our website www.grautogallery.com
Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and
Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle
accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party
inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to
be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make
mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No
Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final.
