1955 Austin Healey 100 BN1

350ci V8 | 4-Speed Automatic Transmission | Original Frame & Stock Body

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LOT #

250739088

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All the information and photos on this listing are from when this vehicle was originally listed on ExoticCarTrader.com
Model:
VIN:
BN1L222887
Lot Number:
250739088
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
40,119 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
350ci V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Black
Interior Color:
Red
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Kansas
  • 1955 Austin Healey 100 BN1
  • 350ci V8
  • Holley 750 CFM Double Pumper 4-Barrel Carburetor
  • 700-R4 4-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Black Exterior
  • Red Interior
  • Forged Crank
  • Roller Cams
  • Aluminum Heads
  • 4-Bolt Mains
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
  • Dayton 72 Spoke 15" Wheels
  • Ford 9" Posi-Traction Rear End w/ 3.25 Gears
  • Original Frame & Stock Body

Overview of 1955 Austin Healey 100 BN1 For Sale by Owner

A custom classic is one way to experience automotive perfection, finding the right custom classic however is a task that is easier said than done. Lets cut to the chase, present today is the perfect custom classic and takes shape with this lovely 1955 Austin Healey 100 BN1.

Exterior and Interior

While British open top motoring usually features smaller cars with a whole lot of punchy styling, the Healey took a different route and was one of the bigger open top roadsters one could have. While most Healeys often sport an exterior that features lighter tones and colors, this 1955 Austin Healey 100 BN1 sports a sinister look thanks to its black exterior. The sleek, clean lines are complemented to perfection with the black exterior, and the current owner reports that the original frame and body are still intact and sport all their shiny chrome components to perfection. For shoes, this British classic sits on a set of Dayton 72-spoke 15-inch wheels that add to its classic aesthetic. The sleek and factory styling of this 1955 Austin Healey 100 BN1 makes way to a cabin that, in short, has been completely reimagined. Step inside red interior cabin of this British roadster and what you will find is a custom interior cabin at every glance, the dashboard is just one of those features and has been upgraded to feature a custom cluster and aftermarket steering wheel.

Engine

The perfect marriage of styling and performance is often found over the pond, it's true, the bigger British motors of yesteryear are a hoot, but what if you were to instill some all-American performance in the mixture? The result would be this 1955 Austin Healey 100 BN1 donning a 350 V8 performance powerhouse that's ready to turn heads with its British styling and ensure smiles per gallon with a good old V8 roar. The current owner reports that the upgraded motor also features some spicy upgrades that take form with Aluminum heads, Roller cams, forged crank, and a Holley 750 double pumper carburetor. The massive bump up in performance is matched with enhanced handling, the current owner reports 4-bolt mains, 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, a 4-speed 700 R4 automatic transmission channeling all this car's performance to its rear wheels and a Ford 9-inch posi-traction rear end with 3.25 gears.

Walk-around Video of this Austin Healey 100

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