1955 Austin-Healey 100-4 BN1 - Lot 98

1955 Austin-Healey 100-4 BN1 No reserve Chassis: BN1L221963 French collector's registration - The most desirable Austin Healey 4-cylinder - Partially equipped with Le Mans kit (engine and hood) - Engine rebuilt at AS Engineering in 2012 - upgraded to 100 M specification - Clutch, overdrive and radiator replaced in 2018 - Original tonneau cover, side screens and hood supplied Introduced in 1952, the Austin-Healey 100 BN1 marks the beginning of the "Big Healey" line. Designed by Donald Healey in partnership with Austin, it owes its name to its ability to reach 100 mph (160 km/h). Light and efficient, it set the standard for British roadsters in the post-war period. Imported from the USA in the early 2000s, the model presented here has been in the same family for 16 years. It is partially equipped with the Le Mans kit, including a specific hood with air intakes and leather straps, as well as engine components inspired by the competition versions entered in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. In 2012, a complete overhaul of the engine was carried out at AS Engineering, with a switch to "100 M" specifications. In 2018, mechanical work was carried out including replacement of the clutch, overdrive and radiator. The car is accompanied by its original toneau cover, side screens and hood. The three-speed gearbox with overdrive combined with the 2.6-liter 4-cylinder delivers a smooth, direct drive. The whole package faithfully reflects the spirit of British roadsters of the 1950s, combining mechanical simplicity with driving pleasure. 1955 Austin-Healey 100-4 BN1 Chassis: BN1L221963 French vintage vehicle registration document - The most desirable of the Austin Healey 4-cylinder models - Partially equipped with the Le Mans kit (engine and bonnet) - Engine rebuilt by AS Engineering in 2012 - converted to 100 M specifications - Clutch, overdrive and radiator replaced in 2018 - Original tonneau cover, side screens and bonnet supplied Introduced in 1952, the Austin-Healey 100 BN1 marked the debut of the 'Big Healey' line. Designed by Donald Healey in partnership with Austin, it owes its name to its ability to reach 100 mph (160 km/h). Lightweight and efficient, it established itself as a benchmark for British roadsters in the post-war period. Imported from the United States in the early 2000s, the example shown here has been in the same family for 16 years. It is partially equipped with the Le Mans kit, including a special bonnet with air intakes and leather straps, as well as engine components inspired by the competition versions entered in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. In 2012, the engine was completely rebuilt at AS Engineering, with a switch to '100 M' specifications. In 2018, mechanical work was carried out, including the replacement of the clutch, overdrive and radiator. The car comes with its tonneau cover, side screens and original bonnet. The three-speed gearbox with overdrive, combined with the 2.6-litre 4-cylinder engine, offers a smooth and direct drive. The whole package faithfully reflects the spirit of British roadsters of the 1950s, combining mechanical simplicity with driving pleasure.