Description
Model History: In October 1952, at Earls Court, Donald Healey presented his latest prototype, powered by an Austin A90 4-cylinder engine. The car won over BMC, who then decided to produce it in series. The Austin Healey 100 was officially launched in May 1953, and Donald Healey named it "100" to emphasise its ability to reach 100 mph (160 km/ h). The Austin Healey 100 BN1 was powered by a 2, 660cc 4-cylinder engine developing 90bhp, with a 3-speed gearbox. In its test of the BN1 model in 1953, the British magazine The Motor recorded impressive performance figures: a top speed of 171 km/ h, a 0 to 100 km/ h time of 11. 2 seconds, and fuel consumption of 12. 6 L/ 100 km. Only produced between 1952 and 1955, the Austin Healey 100/ 4 BN1 made it possible to take part in major motor races and rallies, such as the Tour Auto and the Mille Miglia.
History of this Austin Healey 100 BN2: This is one of the very rare Austin Healey BN2s delivered new in France! Delivered to its first owner in Paris in January 1956, it never left France and passed into the hands of its last owner in 2015. Body: It has an excellent, very sound body, the chassis is perfectly aligned and corrosion-free. The door adjustments are excellent and the openwork aluminium bonnet fits the car perfectly. Old English Withe and sides painted in black with a light red border. Upholstery: Its black leather upholstery is in excellent condition, with a superb patina. The carpets and door panels are clean. The dashboard is painted black and silver, and it has a wooden steering wheel. It is fitted with its bonnet, side-screens and tonneau cover, all in black imitation. Engine: 2. 6-litre 4-cylinder engine with Le Mans Kit, Matching numbers and in perfect condition, fully serviced, engine regularly maintained with excellent oil pressure. Gearbox: 4-speed gearbox and overdrive, operation is smooth and the overdrive shifts quickly. Running gear: The front axle is serviced and the handling is excellent. The chassis behaves perfectly. There's no play or noise. The suspension is perfect. It has chromed wheels. Brakes: The 4-drum braking system is perfect in a straight line. Little extras: - Le Mans kit - Wooden steering wheel - Original French Price: €105, 000
