1959 Austin Healey Sprite

948cc A-Series Naturally Aspirated I4 | 4-Speed Manual Transmission | British Racing Green Exterior

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251043361

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Model:
VIN:
AN5L11569
Lot Number:
251043361
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
53,102 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
948cc Naturally Aspirated I4
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
British Racing Green
Interior Color:
Tan
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Pennsylvania
  • 1959 Austin Healey Sprite
  • 948cc A-Series Naturally Aspirated I4
  • Twin SU H1 Carburetors
  • 4-Speed Manual
  • RWD
  • British Racing Green Exterior
  • Tan Vinyl Interior
  • Steel Wheels w/ Chrome Hubcaps
  • Front Independent Coil-Spring Wishbone Suspension
  • Rear Live-Axle Quarter-Elliptic Leaf Spring Suspension

Overview of 1959 Austin Healey Sprite For Sale by Owner

With its famously friendly face that is most likened to an inquisitive frog (hence the nickname Frogeye), the Austin-Healey Sprite is a lovable British roadster that was made between 1958 and 1971. With its small road footprint and frugal four-cylinder engine, it redefined what driving fun could be. Despite being the polar opposite of what most Americans considered to constitute a fun or sporty car, some examples did make it here. Case in point, this 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite for sale in Pennsylvania. With a smidge over 53,000 miles on the clock, this spunky little car is the perfect way to treat yourself to something fun to drive, as well as a definitive appreciating asset!

Exterior and Interior

This 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite wears the most iconic of all British car colors; British Racing Green. Yes, frogeyes did go racing, and they did quite well too. With its chrome hubcapped steel wheels, perky headlamps and luggage rack, this car looks like it can really show you a good time, regardless of whether the place is a race track or a back road. Plus, you don’t even need to break the speed limit to have fun in this car. The two-seat interior of this 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite comes in tan because that’s the best color to complement a British Racing Green body. This is even more so when the car in question is a convertible, and hence the interior is on full display. Here, you’ve got two low-backed seats, three pedals, several gauges, a steering wheel and a wood-topped gear shifter. We also see a small extravagance in the passenger side of the dashboard, namely a Sparkomatic AM/FM radio with a cassette tape player and a three-band equalizer. My, aren’t we fancy! You’d be lucky to even get a radio in most British roadsters from the time.

Engine

This 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite has got a 948cc (that’s less than 1 liter) 4-cylinder engine to make it go. The naturally aspirated mill uses twin SU H1 carburetors and was factory rated at just 43 horsepower. But, with a low kerb weight of definitely under 2,000 pounds, it can still show you a good time. The car uses a 4-speed manual transmission and is rear-wheel drive. It’s also got front independent coil spring wishbone suspension and a rear live axle with quarter-elliptic leaf springs.

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Passenger side photo of 1963 Austin Healey Sprite

1963 Austin Healey Sprite

Current Ask
$15,500

The Austin-Healey Sprite earned its place in automotive history by delivering lightweight British sports car fun at an affordable price. Known for its nimble handling, simple mechanicals, and engaging driving experience, the Sprite became a favorite among enthusiasts both on the road and in motorsports. Showing 59,424 miles, this 1963 Austin-Healey Sprite has been tastefully refreshed with a reupholstered interior, a custom paint finish, and mechanical upgrades including an aftermarket clutch and brake system. It retains the classic charm that has made these open-top roadsters enduring collectibles for generations.

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Passenger side photo of 1959 Austin Healey Sprite

1959 Austin Healey Sprite

Current Ask
SOLD

With its famously friendly face that is most likened to an inquisitive frog (hence the nickname Frogeye), the Austin-Healey Sprite is a lovable British roadster that was made between 1958 and 1971. With its small road footprint and frugal four-cylinder engine, it redefined what driving fun could be. Despite being the polar opposite of what most Americans considered to constitute a fun or sporty car, some examples did make it here. Case in point, this 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite for sale in Pennsylvania. With a smidge over 53,000 miles on the clock, this spunky little car is the perfect way to treat yourself to something fun to drive, as well as a definitive appreciating asset!

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Passenger side photo of 1961 Austin Healey Sprite

1961 Austin Healey Sprite

Current Ask
SOLD

The '50s and '60s were the golden era of open-top British motors, and the car that ranked as one of Britain's finest was the legendary Austin Healey Sprite. Built to be a plucky British motor that's designed for handling tight corners in style, being behind the wheel of an Austin Healey Sprite means you prefer fine-tuned handling and performance that's not overpowered but just right for a good time. Present today is this lovely 1961 Austin Healey Sprite. This British classic is reported to have 15,000 miles on its clock, is fully restored, and makes for the perfect weekend driver or track-focused project.

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Passenger side photo of 1963 Austin Healey Sprite

1963 Austin Healey Sprite

Current Ask
$15,500

The Austin-Healey Sprite earned its place in automotive history by delivering lightweight British sports car fun at an affordable price. Known for its nimble handling, simple mechanicals, and engaging driving experience, the Sprite became a favorite among enthusiasts both on the road and in motorsports. Showing 59,424 miles, this 1963 Austin-Healey Sprite has been tastefully refreshed with a reupholstered interior, a custom paint finish, and mechanical upgrades including an aftermarket clutch and brake system. It retains the classic charm that has made these open-top roadsters enduring collectibles for generations.

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Passenger side photo of 1967 Austin Healey 3000

1967 Austin Healey 3000 Fiberfab Jamaican GT

Current Ask
$65,000

The Austin-Healey 3000 is widely regarded as one of Britain’s most celebrated sports cars, but this 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Fiberfab Jamaican GT Coupe offers a level of exclusivity that few Healeys can match. During the 1960s, Fiberfab introduced the Jamaican GT, a sleek fiberglass-bodied grand tourer designed to transform donor sports cars into exotic-looking coupes inspired by contemporary European GT machines. While many Jamaican GTs were sold as kits for owner assembly, this example is a rare factory-built Fiberfab car, making it significantly more desirable and collectible than the typical home-built conversion. Showing approximately 55,134 miles, it combines proven Austin-Healey 3000 mechanicals with dramatic coachwork finished in Aston Martin California Sage Green over a black leather interior with green piping. With its documented factory-built pedigree, striking design, and limited production status, this Jamaican GT represents a unique opportunity to own a seldom-seen piece of both British sports car and American specialty-car history.

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Passenger side photo of 1961 Austin Healey 3000

1961 Austin Healey 3000 BT7

Current Ask
SOLD

A classic car experience can be a love-hate relationship for many. Narrow that down to classic British car ownership, and your emotions are mostly balanced out: they have the performance to whack a smile on your face, and when down and out, they don't cost too much to get everything running again. Present today is not your ordinary classic motor but a prized possession in the world of classic British motors, and it takes shape with this gorgeous 1961 Austin-Healey 3000 BT7. This lovely example hails from Williamsburg, Virginia and is reported to have just 68,943 miles on its odometer and also comes with a host of extra spares and other components included in the sale.

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Passenger side photo of 1979 MG Midget

1979 MG Midget

Current Ask
$11,500

The 1979 MG Midget represents the closing chapter of MG’s long-running tradition of lightweight British sports cars, carrying forward the simple formula that made the marque beloved by driving enthusiasts: compact dimensions, an open cockpit, rear-wheel drive, and an engaging manual transmission. Originally introduced as an affordable sports car focused on driver enjoyment, the Midget became known for its approachable character and ability to deliver an authentic roadster experience without unnecessary complexity. Showing approximately 47,372 miles, this example embodies the charm of a classic British convertible, offering the opportunity to enjoy a vintage sports car experience defined by mechanical simplicity, light handling, and timeless roadster appeal.

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Passenger side photo of 1991 Chevrolet Corvette

1991 Chevrolet Corvette

Current Ask
$24,999

The 1991 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe represents the final refinement of the iconic C4 generation, combining classic Corvette styling with improved performance, technology, and everyday drivability. Showing approximately 21,136 miles, this example is finished in Torch Red over a Saddle Interior and features the enthusiast-favorite combination of the 5.7L L98 V8, 6-speed manual transmission, and removable roof panel. Additional highlights include dual power sport seats, 5-spoke aluminum wheels, Bose premium audio, digital instrumentation, and an aftermarket exhaust system, making this Corvette an appealing example of an era-defining American sports car with low mileage and driver-focused character.

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Passenger side photo of 1965 Chevrolet Corvette

1965 Chevrolet Corvette

Current Ask
$135,000

The 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Coupe represents one of the most celebrated eras in Corvette history, combining dramatic styling, advanced engineering, and genuine competition-inspired performance. As the second year of the iconic C2 generation, the 1965 model introduced significant mechanical advancements while retaining the split personality that made the Sting Ray legendary: a refined grand touring coupe with the capability of a serious sports car. This example shows approximately 42,644 miles and is powered by the highly desirable 327ci L84 V8, featuring Rochester Ramjet mechanical fuel injection, one of the most advanced performance systems available from Chevrolet during the era. Finished in Nassau Blue with a Black interior, this Corvette is equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission, side-mount exhaust system, knock-off-style aluminum wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, and a wood-rimmed 3-spoke steering wheel. According to the current owner, the vehicle was museum-housed until 2014, adding to its appeal as a well-documented example of Chevrolet’s legendary mid-year Corvette.

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