31st Jul, 2022 12:00
The Gold Cup Classic Car Auction
1956 Austin-Healey 100/4 BN2
Beautiful matching numbers example, in fabulous condition
Registration - 278 UYR
Chassis No. - BN2L228750
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 2,406
This very smartly-presented 100/4 was exported new to the USA in 1956, where it remained until 2014 when it crossed the Atlantic to France. By 2016 it had reached our shores, at which point it was converted to righthand drive. Its lustrous red bodywork is teamed with red-piped black leather upholstery and the car rides on a set of knock-on silver-painted Minilites shod with slightly wider-than-standard profile tyres. Notable upgrades include the installation of disc brakes in place of the front drums, a free-flow exhaust system, alloy rocker cover, bonnet and front wing louvres, and leather-rimmed steering wheel. The vendor considers the overall condition of the Big Healey to be ‘faultless’ and therefore has no hesitation in classing the four-cylinder engine, overdrive gearbox, two-seater bodywork, paintwork and upholstery as all being in ‘excellent’ order. A fine looking example of a much loved breed.
Donald Healey’s eponymous company built a prototype two-seater sports car for display at the 1952 London Motor Show. It was based on Austin A90 Atlantic mechanicals and sported a sleek body designed by Gerry Coker and built by Tickford. It was dubbed the ‘Healey Hundred’ and Healey planned to build production versions at his factory in Warwick. As things transpired, the prototype impressed the public and so excited Austin’s Managing Director, Leonard Lord, that he agreed to build the car in volume at Longbridge. The newcomer was renamed the Austin Healey 100. The rest is history. Introduced in August 1955, the BN2 version differed from the BN1 in having a conventional four-speed overdrive gearbox and slightly larger front wheel arches. Just 4,604 examples were produced before the model was superseded by the 100/6.
In summary:
- Originally an American export imported to the UK and converted to RHD six years ago
- A fine-looking example described by the vendor as ‘faultless’
- Benefits from of a number of upgrades
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - 278 UYR
Chassis No. - BN2L228750
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 2,406
This very smartly-presented 100/4 was exported new to the USA in 1956, where it remained until 2014 when it crossed the Atlantic to France. By 2016 it had reached our shores, at which point it was converted to righthand drive. Its lustrous red bodywork is teamed with red-piped black leather upholstery and the car rides on a set of knock-on silver-painted Minilites shod with slightly wider-than-standard profile tyres. Notable upgrades include the installation of disc brakes in place of the front drums, a free-flow exhaust system, alloy rocker cover, bonnet and front wing louvres, and leather-rimmed steering wheel. The vendor considers the overall condition of the Big Healey to be ‘faultless’ and therefore has no hesitation in classing the four-cylinder engine, overdrive gearbox, two-seater bodywork, paintwork and upholstery as all being in ‘excellent’ order. A fine looking example of a much loved breed.
Donald Healey’s eponymous company built a prototype two-seater sports car for display at the 1952 London Motor Show. It was based on Austin A90 Atlantic mechanicals and sported a sleek body designed by Gerry Coker and built by Tickford. It was dubbed the ‘Healey Hundred’ and Healey planned to build production versions at his factory in Warwick. As things transpired, the prototype impressed the public and so excited Austin’s Managing Director, Leonard Lord, that he agreed to build the car in volume at Longbridge. The newcomer was renamed the Austin Healey 100. The rest is history. Introduced in August 1955, the BN2 version differed from the BN1 in having a conventional four-speed overdrive gearbox and slightly larger front wheel arches. Just 4,604 examples were produced before the model was superseded by the 100/6.
In summary:
- Originally an American export imported to the UK and converted to RHD six years ago
- A fine-looking example described by the vendor as ‘faultless’
- Benefits from of a number of upgrades
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Gold Cup Classic Car Auction, 31st Jul, 2022
This auction of classic cars, motorbikes, registrations & automobilia will take place on the final day of the prestigious Oulton Park Gold Cup weekend.
We are delighted to again be be running this live event at the Gold Cup.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling on of the team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Friday, 29th July 2022 9am - 7pm
Saturday, 30th July 2022 9am - 7pm
Sunday Morning, 31st July 2022 9am - 12pm
Fill in the form below and one of our team will get in touch with a no-obligation valuation. We will also take you through the consignment and valuation process, to enable you to make an informed decision.
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