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Beschreibung
Included in the documentation are inspection reports dating back to 1974, when the recorded mileage was 51,578 km. Subsequent inspection reports provide a consistent mileage history, supporting the current odometer reading of 67,599 km. The car has clearly covered relatively little distance over the past five decades and appears to have been enjoyed primarily as a summer car, something reflected in its solid and well-preserved condition today.
Originally delivered in Coronet Cream with a red interior, the car underwent an older restoration, believed to have taken place more than 30 years ago, during which the exterior colour was changed to red. The interior was also refurbished, with the seats reupholstered in leather and the door panels retrimmed in a style that differs slightly from the original specification. The dashboard retains its original instrumentation, which remains in good condition.
Importantly, the bodywork retains several original BN1 components, including the original aluminium bonnet and boot lid, together with the original front and rear wings, as documented in the accompanying historical inspection report.
The current owner purchased the car in 2023, while the previous owner had owned it since 2017. Accompanying receipts document considerable maintenance and improvements during this period, with major work including the installation of a new wiring loom and replacement windscreen.
Looking further back, the owner between 2013 and 2017 also clearly took great care of the car, as demonstrated by the extensive collection of invoices and receipts. Significant mechanical work during his ownership included engine refurbishment, cylinder head machining, replacement valve guides and valves, together with a cylinder head conversion to allow the engine to run on modern unleaded petrol. The gearbox and overdrive were also renovated during this period.
The car has proven to be extremely reliable during the current owner's ownership and has been regularly serviced and maintained. Like most old British sports cars, it does occasionally leave a small drop of oil behind – but as the saying goes, if it's not leaking oil, there's probably none left!
The car comes with a folding soft top in good condition, although it is currently not fitted. The owner has preferred driving without it, using the clip-on tonneau cover instead.
Racing-style seat belts have also been fitted. Personally, I would consider replacing these with more conventional seat belts, which would be easier and more practical for everyday use.
Also included with the car is an official Heritage Certificate confirming its original factory specifications
Vehicle identification:
- Chassis number: BN1-L/152232
- Engine number: 1B/206541
Kostenlose Historie (18)
Teknische Daten
Beurteilung Fahrzeugzustand
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Zustand technisch
The car starts immediately, although it benefits from a minute to warm up. The engine runs very well, with a smooth idle and no unusual noises. The engine bay is clean, tidy and well maintained.
On the road, the car feels beautifully balanced, with excellent handling and no unusual noises. The original three-speed gearbox shifts smoothly, the overdrive works correctly and the brakes are well balanced. A wonderfully nimble and responsive driving experience.
Fitted with 48-spoke wire wheels and good tyres, with a toolkit included in the boot. Inspection exempt and ready to drive and enjoy. -
Zustand Interieur
Interior is clean, tidy and well preserved, featuring attractive leather bucket seats, good door cards, panels, carpets and dashboard. The original instrumentation and gauges are in working order, together with the original-style steering wheel with centrally mounted indicator controls.
A charming feature is the absence of exterior door handles, with the doors opened from inside the cabin. The fold-down windscreen adds to the classic sports car experience, offering the ultimate wind-in-your-hair driving sensation.
The aluminium trim surrounding the cockpit shows a few age-related marks and scratches, but overall the interior presents very well. -
Zustand Exterieur
A very presentable car with straight bodywork and no noticeable dents, damage or significant rust issues. The underbody is clean and solid, showing some evidence of older repairs and welding but no obvious rust concerns. The side-mounted exhaust also appears to be in good condition.
The paintwork is bright and clean throughout, with a few minor touch-ups around the bonnet edges and door frames, plus a light scratch on the passenger door that should polish out easily.
The chrome is generally bright and well presented, including the bumpers, with slight oxidation on the wing trims. The glass is also in good condition.
Overall, a very attractive and well-preserved example requiring nothing more than a light polish if desired. -
Zustand gesamt
We regularly come across Austin-Healeys, particularly the later Mk2 models, but finding an early BN1 in this condition, with matching numbers, is something quite special. A wonderful example that is ready to drive and enjoy immediately, and guaranteed to turn heads wherever you go.
Fahrzeugangeben vom Kraftfahrzeugbundesamt
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1955-05-18 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1955-05-18
Senast godkända besiktning: 2016-05-06
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 9
Lagerort und Info zur Besichtigung
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Shaun Major
+46 709-72 40 07
shaun@bilwebauctions.se
Abholung
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
Auktionsinfo
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