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- 1958 Austin-Healey 'Frogeye' Sprite
1958 Austin-Healey 'Frogeye' Sprite
Lot Number: 560
1958 Austin-Healey 'Frogeye' Sprite
Remarkable, early production, home market, Austin-Healey Sprite that's been subject to an extremely detailed and sympathetic refurbishment. Classic and Sportscar front cover and article, out now.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 18th June, 2022 at 11.00am BST at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Cherry Red -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
VCD 562 -
ODOMETER READING
82416 Miles
SUMMARY
Remarkable, early production, home market, Austin-Healey Sprite that's been subject to an extremely detailed and sympathetic refurbishment. Classic and Sportscar front cover and article, out now.
DESCRIPTION
- With our vendor for 17 years and totally recommissioned over a 3-year period (2015-18) with the emphasis on integrity and originality
- From the Heritage Certificate, the build date was 21/04/1958 so this is one of the first right-hand drive, UK market cars off the line
- Specified from new in Cherry Red with a black hood and optioned with a toughened screen, MPH speedo, rev counter, heater, windscreen washers and front bumpers
- Retains many really early features including the flat chassis legs, twin seat rails, rear chassis gussets and unshrouded radiator
- This car is featured in an article and on the front cover of Classic & Sports Car Magazine, July 2022 issue, out now.
Viewing is highly recommended and vehicles will be available for viewing at the venue on Thursday 16th and Friday 17th June between 10am and 5pm, and then from 9am on Saturday 18th ahead of the auction which begins at 10.30am.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 560
- Make
- AUSTIN HEALEY
- Model
- FROGEYE SPRITE
- Registration Number
- VCD 562
- Chassis Number
- AN5823
- Body Colour
- Cherry Red
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
131 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Chrome is original.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Engine rebuilt.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
New clutch, new thrust bearings.
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
Everything that needed to be replaced was replaced.
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
Brand new loom and original lights.
Vehicle History
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles can be collected from The Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN, on Sunday 19th June between 10am and 3pm and Monday 20th June between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partners, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of The WEC by 1pm on Monday 20th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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