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
SOLD

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 1960 Austin Healey 3000

1960 Austin Healey 3000 BT7

Current Ask
$44,999

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Passenger side photo of 1963 Austin Healey Sprite

1963 Austin Healey Sprite

Current Ask
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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

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Current Ask
$65,000

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Passenger side photo of 1964 Chevrolet Impala

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Current Ask
$35,000

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Current Ask
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Current Ask
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