1957 Austin-Healey 100/6 (BN4)

Lot Number 160

1957 Austin-Healey 100/6 (BN4)

A beautifully restored BN4, converted to right-hand drive, and offered from a superb private collection.

  • Sold for an undisclosed sum.

Bid online during our live auction or at The Saleroom.

LIVE AUCTION: Saturday 25th March | 11.00am GMT
  • BODY COLOUR
    Old English White (Cream)
  • DRIVE
    RHD
  • Registration Number
    REG NUMBER
    263 UYT

SUMMARY

A beautifully restored BN4, converted to right-hand drive, and offered from a superb private collection.

DESCRIPTION

  • Despite its initial success, sales of the original Austin-Healey 100 had begun to decline so the model was revamped as the '100/6'
  • The wheelbase was lengthened from 7'6" to 7'8", enabling the inclusion of two occasional seats in the rear of the BN4 variant
  • The new model was now powered by BMC's 2.6-Litre, C-series six-cylinder generating a healthy 102bhp
  • This 1957 BN4 was originally sold to Holland in LHD before returning to the UK around 1970
  • It was subsequently fully restored and converted to right-hand drive by a previous owner
  • The restoration included a full strip to bare metal, new aluminium wings and doors, the front aluminium shroud was replaced and all of the removed parts were either repaired, restored or replaced as new.
  • The engine, gearbox and overdrive have been overhauled, and an unleaded head was fitted as was a new clutch and exhaust
  • The interior was refinished with new red leather seats, red carpets and trim
  • The bodywork was refinished in Old English White cellulose paint, as original. New black hood and new chrome bumpers and chrome trim
  • Further details and professional images to follow

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
160
Make
AUSTIN-HEALEY
Model
100/6
Variant
BN4
Registration Number
263 UYT
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
BN4L035201
Engine Number
1C35201
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Old English White (Cream)

CCA VENDOR CONDITION REPORT

OVERALL:

114 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

The car has had all parts removed down to the bare chassis, which was stripped to bare metal, treated for rust prevention and repainted. All of the removed parts were either repaired, restored or replaced as new. New chrome bumpers and chrome trim. The front section of the front aluminium shroud has been replaced. New aluminium wings and doors. The bodywork has been refinished in Old English White cellulose paint, as original.

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

Dashboard:

Boot:

Remarks

Refinished with new red carpets and trim. New red leather seats.

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Remarks

The engine gearbox and overdrive have been overhauled. Engine has been modified to run on unleaded petrol. A new clutch and complete exhaust system.

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Running Gear


Axles:

Chassis:

Suspension:

Bearings:

Brakes:

Wheels & Tyres:

Remarks

Braking system was upgraded to 3000-spec. New servo and dual master cylinder. All new brake pipes and fittings.

Electrics


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Vehicle History

Remarks

Originally LHD in Holland. Returned to the UK we understand in 1970 and fully restored.


About the CCA Vendor Condition Report


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Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

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