1960 Austin-Healey Sprite Mark I
"Say Hello to Mister Happy"
- Year
- 1960
- Make
- Austin-Healey
- Model
- Sprite
- Sub Model
- Mark I
- Stock
- P3175A
- Vin
- AN5L33588
- Odometer Reading
- 1,155
- Engine Size
- 1275cc Inline 4 Cylinder
- Transmission Type
- Manual
- Body Color
- Mint Green
- Interior Color
- Black
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Location
- Grand Rapids
$17,900
The Mark I Sprite made from 1958-1961 became affectionately known as the Frogeye in the UK and the Bugeye in the US. The initial design intended for the headlights to be retractable but cost cutting deleted that idea.
The engines used in the early cars was a 948 cc producing 43 HP. The car we are pleased to offer here is the 1275 cc engine out of a later car producing 65 HP which is a huge difference considering the car only weighs in at just over 1300 lbs.
These wonderful little cars have a huge race following along with the Midgets having their very own series called the Spridget races.
This super nice car and in addition to the engine upgrade has an exhaust header as well as a upgraded dual master cylinder brake system with separate reservoirs for brake and clutch. It is also fitted with a solid state electronic fuel pump which is found to be more reliable.
The front and rear have been lowered for better handling along with new fuel tank. There has been a complete service in the last 2 years with full fluid system flush, rear hub seals, rear wheel cylinders replaced, repaired radius arm bushings, tuning and shimming front suspension with full lube job. The car was restored by a well known British car mechanic in Louisiana, who is now retired. His expertise and attention to detail is apparent throughout the car especially in the mechanicals. This car is a spirited driver and will put a smile on any ones face who appreciates open air British motoring.
This fantastic little Bugeye is ready to go.
To see over 80 photos of this car, including under carriage please visit our website www.grautogallery.com
Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final. GR Auto Gallery and all its affiliates reserve the right to charge a 3% processing fee on any credit card sales of over $2,500.
Basic
- Year
- 1960
- Make
- Austin-Healey
- Model
- Sprite
- Hobby Segment
- Classic
- Odometer Reading
- 1,155
- Drivetrain
- RWD
Body
- Body Style
- Convertible
- Doors
- 2
- Body Color
- Mint Green
- Stripes
- No
Interior
- Interior Color
- Black
- Center Console
- No
Engine
- Engine Type
- Gasoline
- Engine Size
- 1275cc Inline 4 Cylinder
- Transmission Type
- Manual
Contact Us About This Vehicle
(616) 855-6600
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