1966 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite
VIN HAN8L60097 1966 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite
The definition of "Cute." The current owner says that the previous owner described this little beauty as a "blended car." In a recent conversation, he stated that the car started its life as a 1959 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite and was rebuilt with 1966 Sprite parts. The CLEAR TITLE shows 1966 Sprite. The vehicle number HAN8L60097 matches the data plate under the hood.
Mileage showing on the odometer indicates 102,850. The title lists 2,784 & calls out "Non actual warning: Odometer Discrepancy."
The following notes are from the owner's record dated 18 NOV 10.
FEATURES & MODIFICATIONS (as described by previous owner):
1. 1965 - 1966 MKIII chassis
2. 1/4 elliptical rear springs
3. One piece front fender 1958-61
4. SU electric fuel pump from MKIII
5. No external trunk access 1958-61
6. Downdraft Weber carburetor
7. Lockheed disc brakes from 1966 car
8. Includes a black convertible top plus frame
9. Initially a 948cc car, now an 1275cc car due to engine change from an Austin Healey MKIV Engine: 12C/DAH2296 indicating a 1275cc 1967-1969 (H = high compression) Engine serial number: 2296
4 Speed Transmission: "DA" is a close-ratio center change gearbox
Fun to drive. Starts easily, runs smoothly, drives & stops appropriately.
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There are no bids for the lot at this time
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