According to its Heritage Trust certificate, this Austin-Healey left the factory on 12 May 1955. Destined for the North American market, it was imported and distributed by Hambro Trading Inc, then the official importer of BMC vehicles. The car was still in California in 2010, when the current owner bought it through a specialist based in France. In 2011, he began a complete restoration, with great attention to detail and conformity to the original, using only parts from the 100M (Le Mans) models. After around €90,000 worth of mechanical bills, this Austin-Healey 100/4 BN1 is in remarkable condition. This example is eligible for the most prestigious motor races, such as the Tour Auto and the Mille Miglia. In addition to its eligibility, this car is totally ready to compete and show off its formidable performance.
General: This Healey is in excellent overall condition.
Exterior: The bodywork is in superb condition. The chrome, bumpers and spoked wheels are gleaming. The folding windscreen is also in very good condition. The soft top is also in excellent condition,
Interior: The interior is original and faultless. The upholstery, carpets and dashboard are in excellent condition. All the dashboard components are in working order.
Mechanical: The car's strong point is its engine, gearbox, overdrive and running gear, all of which have been reconditioned and optimised to the highest standards. More than €90,000 worth of new parts and labour have been injected since 2011. Details of the work are available on request.
Consumables and brakes: The car is fitted with 4 Avon ZZ tyres (race and road homologated) which are close to new. The brakes have been completely rebuilt. The dual circuit is fitted entirely with aviation hoses.
Chassis and underbody: The chassis has never been touched and is in excellent original condition (!). The paintwork on the chassis is visible, with no anti-gravel coating. Underneath, the inspection of the mechanical components is impressive: everything is as new and completely watertight.
Le Mans kit :
Details of the improvements are available on request. They concern: the engine, gearbox, exhaust, running gear, braking, steering, ignition, cooling, etc. All the parts used conform to the Le Mans models.