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- 1959 Austin-Healey Frogeye Sprite
1959 Austin-Healey Frogeye Sprite
Lot Number 573
1959 Austin-Healey Frogeye Sprite
Fabulous Frogeye from 38-years ownership that has lived a life. Sprints, Hill-climbs, shopping and the school-run, the quintessential 1960s British sports car.
- Sold for: £10,150
Bid online during our live auction or at The Saleroom.
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BODY COLOUR
Red -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
2304 DU -
ODOMETER READING
5968 Miles
SUMMARY
Fabulous Frogeye from 38-years ownership that has lived a life. Sprints, Hill-climbs, shopping and the school-run, the quintessential 1960s British sports car.
DESCRIPTION
- An original, UK-supplied, right-hand drive Frogeye from 38-years current ownership
- Used for the purpose for which it was designed - day to day transport, top-down fun, and occasional Owners' Club competition at the weekends
- Well-used and well-loved, it's been treated to a couple of repaints and a total body-off rebuild between 1985-1988
- Subsequent continuous development for hill climbs and sprints over the years with much success including three wins in the Austin Healey Sprint & Hill Climb Challenge
- Currently running a 1,380cc A-Series (rebuilt in 2017) with Weber carbs, stainless steel exhaust and a new competition clutch
- The package has been softened for road use with the 649 cam replaced by a 'fast-road' cam and a 3.9:1 diff fitted for more comfortable cruising
- The electrics have been converted to Negative Earth and the hood and side screens accompany the car
- This versatile Mk 1 appears very sensibly guided at £10,000 - £12,000. Everyone loves a Frogeye!
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 573
- Make
- AUSTIN HEALEY
- Model
- SPRITE MK1
- Registration Number
- 2304 DU
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- AN517938
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Red
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@classiccarauctions.co.uk
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACT
CCA VENDOR CONDITION REPORT
OVERALL:
81 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Tidy. Total body off rebuild 1985 - 1988 continuous development for hill climb and sprints including 2 repaints. Does have a mark on the Fibreglass bonnet as seen in the photos. Hood and side screens accompany the car.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Tidy.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
1380cc rebuilt 2017 competition 649 cam removed 2019 for fast road cam. engine running sweetly.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
3.9 .1 ratio differential fitted 2019 for better road use - all good condition.
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
All good.
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
Converted to negative earth - all good.
Vehicle History
Remarks
Three times winner in Austin Healey Sprint & Hill Climb challenge, competed over many years.
Restoration Notes
Total body off rebuild 1985 - 1988 continuous development for hill climb and sprints including 2 repaints
About the CCA Vendor Condition Report
A lot's condition report is compiled based on information provided to CCA by the vendor of the lot. CCA has no access to lots prior to a sale but does review their condition on the day of the sale. CCA strongly recommends viewing a lot prior to a sale as it cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. CCA will not entertain any disputes over vendor condition reports.
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
Richard Greenhalgh
- CONSIGNOR
- 07948 152921
- richard@classiccarauctions.co.uk
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTVehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 18th June between 10am and 3pm and Monday 19th June between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 19th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
