Chassis no. 220535

215-cid Buick V-8 engine, five-speed Tremec manual transmission, independent front with updated heavy-duty suspension, and front disc with rear drum brakes. Wheelbase: 90-inches

The BN1 Series of 1953-56 offered a three-speed gearbox with overdrive and a corresponding leap in performance and drivability. Its big “four” provided far more power and torque than the contemporary MG TD, within a streamlined, lower and better-balanced package with no weight penalties. Production progressed quickly with most destined for America, where they bridged the wide gap between Triumph’s TR2 and Jaguar’s XK models.

Over 14,500 Austin-Healey 100s were built from 1953-1956, before the fours were succeeded by the six-cylinder 100-6 series. The two-seat 100-4s are highly sought-after today by enthusiasts, with a distinct purity of line and sense of purpose, accentuated by a rakish fold-down windscreen.

A professional frame-off restoration was recently completed on this example in which the original chassis was reinforced to accommodate the new high performance drive train and rack-and-pinion steering. This included the installation of a high performance 1963 Buick lightweight all-aluminum 215-cid V-8 motor mated to a five-speed Tremec T-50 manual transmission. All new instrumentation was installed along with all new upholstery, front disc brakes, a heavy-duty rear end and a sophisticated high performance suspension system.

In addition, several tasteful body modifications were subtly integrated into the original sheet metal. These functional modifications include the three louvers that have been added to the front fenders near the doors and the removal of the chrome spear front fender trim. Other modifications include the custom exhaust side-pipes, the twin rear mini chrome bumpers and the two additional tails lights.

This unique Healey 100-4 is an award winning show car, with only 5,458 miles since restoration and is equally ready for spirited driving or classic rallies. The car is also accompanied with a black tonneau cover, a car cover, the knock-off wheel hammer, personalized license plates (UL2M8AH) and a spiral bound album fully documenting the entire restoration process.