2025-06-19 16:11:02 | pauls writes:

Car at auction 6/25

www.tradeclassics.com/auctions/austin-healey/1958-austin-healey-100-6-bn4-4/

Auction description:

1958 Austin-Healey 100/6 BN4

Trade Classics - Online, UK

12 - 26 June, 2025

Lot 2862

2014 Structural Restoration | UK Home Market Car | Dunlop 4-Disc Brake Model | Hard-Top

Mileage ~91,413

Transmission Manual with Overdrive

Engine 2.6L

Location Oxford

Model 100/6 BN4

Transmission 4-Speed Manual with O/D

Reg. Date 15-05-1958

CC 2,639

History Since the early 90s

Colour 'Colorado Red' / 'Old English White'

Interior Colour Red

Interior Trim Leather

Chassis # BN4/0/55828

Engine # 55828

Last Service 01-03-2022

MOT 16-04-2019

MOT Exempt Yes

Road Tax Exempt Yes

HPi Clear Yes - all clear

Former Keepers 7

Tyre Brand Continental/Maxxis

Tyre Age 2015/2013

LHD or RHD RHD

Visited Yes

Sale Type Private

Owned ~1.5 years

Key Feature Original specification with good recent history

This 1958 Abingdon-built home market RHD car was first registered in May 1958 and is finished in "Colorado Red / Old English White", with a red leather interior. It comes from around ~1.5 years with our vendor and an impressive history file with a background of several long-term owners. It has seen a partial body renovation carried out ~11 years ago and is believed to be one of just ~100 Dunlop 4-disc brake models, additionally, the car retains early Abingdon features, including the Morris green engine,

cigarette lighter, lockable door handle and transparent cones on the rear reflectors.

The satin finish wire wheels are in acceptable condition, with some signs of age. The spoke are generally in good shape, the finish in places shows age as pictured. The car is fitted with three Continental tyres from 2015 and an older Maxxis. All are in good shape with even tread.

Bodywork

The exterior panel fit is acceptable for a car of this age, and all doors open and close freely. Some of the panels show emerging corrosion, mainly on the wing seams, and boot lid and there is a light mark on the nearside rear wing. Some of the lower extremities of the exterior panels, such as the rear and front valances, doors and sills show their age too.

The front cross member, floor pan, chassis and front wheel wells have a coating of surface rust but appear to be solid. The rear wheel wells and back section of the car have been renovated in the hands of a previous owner, confirmed by photo documentation. The engine bay and boot floor seem to be in good shape.

Paint

The "Colorado Red and Old English White" paint is reasonably consistent in colour. The finish has lost its lustre in some areas, with chips and age-related wear also spotted but retains a level of shine considering its age. Since buying, David has made a credible attempt to clean up the exterior presentation.

The images are taken from a few different angles to show off the car as you would see it if you were standing there for yourselves.

Glass and Trim

The windscreen is in good shape, with the passenger door sliding windows in line with the age of the car. The headlamp glass is decent. The rear offside reflector lens shows its age. The door and windscreen seals look good. The hardtop rear glass and boot seal are worn but do not appear to be allowing water ingress.

The chrome work appears to be correct for the model year; some of it has light pitting and some corrosion on elements, but generally presents well. The rear bumpers have some minor dents.

Seats and Carpets

The front seats, while able to support their occupants, show their ~67 years of use, but all things considered look like they would respond positively to a renovation. The passenger seat has a few repairs. This BN4 has rear seats fitted as part of its original specification and would benefit from the same attention.

The carpets are complete with some signs of fraying. A deep clean will offer dividends to their presentation. All are free of dampness. David has supplied a new set of carpets for the car.

Dashboard

The top of the dashboard and white padded facia look good, free of significant damage. Age has caught up with most of the controls but don't distract too much and all are said to work. The dials are in good shape, with minor bezel wear and all are legible.

The driver's side door card shows wear but is free of rips. The hardtop headlining is free of damage and the rear trim appears to be complete.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

It is fitted with a Bluemel's adjustable column, which was demonstrated to retract. The steering wheel is well-used and the gear lever has aged in line with the interior.

Mechanics

Known for its robust engines and engaging driving experience, the Big Healey is a natural-born cruiser.

Engine and Gearbox

The car starts readily with the choke engaged, idling smoothly and free of rattles or knocks. There were no dashboard warning lights on, and the exhaust remained smoke-free as the car got up to temperature. The engine presentation shows evidence of maintenance, while metal components have a sheen of age, the hoses and ancillaries look good. There were no fluid leaks from the car on the day. The fuel pump was replaced in 2021, the distributor was rebuilt in 2018 and the stainless steel exhaust was fitted in 2017.

The gearbox operates without any reported issues, it has a functional overdrive which was demonstrated to work. David is happy with the performance and feel of the clutch.

Suspension and Brakes

The suspension absorbed the road without any significant problems, the car felt balanced and even at the low speed of our road test, it provided a decent if firm ride quality. The rear springs were replaced in 2021.

The BN4 is fitted with all-round disc brakes, which considering the power potential of the big Healey is a distinctive positive. David will include the original fitment Dunlop front calipers with the car. It brakes without any drama, remaining true with no wobbles or vibrations on the day.

The Drive

The big Healey is all about torque and power. The straight-six burble in harmony with the twin carbs and stainless steel exhaust, provides a true measure of its raw appeal.

The car accelerates smoothly with no undulations from the engine. We kept the speeds to around 40 mph so the engine remained relatively quiet. A brief opportunity to accelerate to bring the revs above 3,000 rpm did reveal that infectious engine bellow. It cruised sweetly and the steering remained free of vibrations as it tracked down the road. The car starts up readily when warm, and ticks over without any exhaust fumes.

Electrics and Other

The hardtop is solid with some wear noted on the gutters. Removing and replacing it didn’t pose any issues, and it fits snugly on the body.

History and Paperwork

A genuine UK home market BN4, this car comes to market from ~1.5 year ownership, an impressive file of invoices is supported by a partial body renovation in 2014.

First registered in May 1958, the car is verified as a UK home market model with a 2.6-litre straight-six and overdrive gearbox. An old V5 traces the Healey back to its previous keeper back to 2003, having bought it from another long-term owner 14 years before then. The car was sold on Trade Classics to its current owner David in early 2024.

There is a large file full of historical invoices, which included work on the brakes, clutch, electrics and engine maintenance. Work on the rear, floor and sills of the car was carried out in 2014 at the cost of £2,400 + £300 worth of parts. Further work was carried out on the cross-members and floor pan in 2016.

It comes with a healthy number of previous MOTs back to 1980, an original owner's book, a heritage certificate and photos of the 2014 body renovation. Its most recent MOT was issued in 2019 and a service was carried out in 2022, less than 250 miles ago.

We’ve done all our usual seller checks including photo ID, V5 and also actioned a history check on the vehicle - this is a professional check operated by HPI that will highlight if the car has been previously stolen, recorded as being in an accident, or have any outstanding finance - note, this does not include a mileage history check.Service History

Date Type Mileage 01-03-2022 Service 91,187 07-04-2021 Service 88,812 16-04-2019 MOT 88,812 27-02-2018 MOT 86,345 04-03-2016 MOT 83,629 28-11-2013 MOT 79,839 06-08-2012 MOT 77,456 18-07-2011 MOT 75,566 30-11-2011 Service 73,988 29-07-2010 MOT 73,988 07-07-2009 MOT 73,165 08-07-2008 MOT 72,117 04-06-2007 MOT 71,677 07-04-2006 MOT 71,131 31-03-2005 MOT 70,327 02-04-2004 MOT 69,672 23-03-2003 MOT 68,627 23-10-2001 MOT 68,437 29-09-1999 MOT 67,997 14-08-1998 MOT 67,257 11-08-1997 MOT 65,695 21-08-1993 MOT 64,844 01-08-1992 MOT 62,733 27-07-1991 MOT 60,744 27-07-1990 MOT 58,685 17-06-1989 MOT 8,792 17-06-1988 MOT 8,052 30-05-1987 MOT 6,643 31-05-1986 MOT 5,358 25-04-1985 MOT 3,933 16-07-1984 MOT 3,521 12-07-1983 MOT 3,212 16-05-1982 MOT 2,451 11-06-1981 MOT 1,459 10-07-1980 MOT 1,380 VIEW ALL