1956 Austin-Healey 100/4 BN2 RHD

Highlights

• Older RHD conversion in appropriate black aesthetics
• Characterful and usable BN2 with 4spd overdrive gearbox
• UK registered since 1993 with two keepers, current one since 2002
• Original windscreen frame has been restored and polished

The Appeal

Ask anyone to draw the shape of a British classic sports car and chances are the lines will replicate the 100/4 ‘Big Healey.’ It’s a car that is so good-looking that many are merely preserved as showpieces. This car is a little different. With its purposeful de-bumpered Black aesthetics and gentle patina, it’s BN2 designed to be used and enjoyed.

The BN2 is a wise choice for fans of the early cars because it got the upgrade to 4spds plus overdrive, adding extra long-legged, high-speed cruisability. We’re told this 1956 BN2 began life in Texas before being imported to the UK in 1993 and converted to RHD. Since its arrival, it has had just two keepers, the current one since 2002. He tells us that it has always been dry stored in a garage between uses.

The colour scheme and lack of bumpers make it a very appealing car. Inside, there is a well-preserved grey leather cabin with original features, including the sprung three-spoke wheel. The condition is usable and presentable, but with some age to the paint. We think it adds some extra character, but of course, there is scope to take it to the next level. The original windscreen surround has been refurbished but is not currently fitted to the car.

The vendor says:

“The car is a good example of an Austin Healey and great fun to drive. Whilst the car has been stored, it's definitely a car that needs to be driven and used, not tucked away.”

History and Paperwork

• First registered in 1956 in Texas, USA, we are told
• First UK registered 26 July 1993
• Two UK keepers
• Current keeper since February 2002
• Believed converted from left to right-hand drive approximately 32 years ago
• Accompanied by various maintenance invoices and numerous MOT certificates
• Vendor reports that it may have undergone some restoration work by the previous owner
• VIN number BN2L232933
• Voluntary MOT last valid to January 2021 with no advisories
• Car has covered under 1,000 miles since the last MOT test

The Condition

• Black paintwork with some age and deterioration to paint as shown
• De-bumpered look with windscreen removed but supplied with car in a refurbished state
• Painted wire wheels in good order with matching spare
• Grey leather interior with many original features, including sprung wheel
• Convertible roof frame is present, but without a covering
• Brackets for the bumpers are included with the vehicle
• Side exhaust has been fitted
• No seat belts are currently fitted
• Black cabin tonneau included as shown

The Mechanics

• 2,660cc 4cyl engine
• Four-speed manual transmission with overdrive
• The vendor describes the mechanical condition as fair
• Starts, runs and drives with the character expected of a classic sports car, we are told
• Some history included as detailed above

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