SOLD! Congratulations to Scott from Alabama!

This week, we have for sale one of my favorite all time cars (next to the Bugeye). Perhaps it’s no accident that the AH 100 was also designed by Gerry Coker. Like a Bugeye, the proportions and curves are just right, but the 100 is of course much more elegant.

Come for a drive with me in the video below!

This particular car was sent to Germany when new in June of 1956 per the heritage certificate. Healey made 640 factory M cars, and this is not one of them. But the upgrades were so successful (added 20 HP and better handling) that the kits were available for anyone to retrofit their car. Dealers performed M conversions as a result, and other privateers added the M kits on their own. This car was a stock BN2 when delivered in 1956 and then later upgraded with the correct M kit. She was completely restored in 2011, and ultimately certified by the Austin Healey 100M registry as an accurate M-spec car.

The car is finished in stunning and iconic Healey blue over Olde English white coves. The original wheels would have been silver 48 spokers. These are stronger 60 spoke wires that would likely have been added in 2011 when the restoration was completed. While not stock, it’s a very attractive look that accentuates the coves.

The rotisserie restoration was completed in Florida by a marque specialist and you can see quality throughout. The underside is excellent as is the engine bay. The car runs and drives beautifully, with overdrive in third and fourth gears as when new. Of note is the excellent weather gear… this car has the correct blue everflex top, tonneau and sidecurtains in nearly new condition, all properly fit to the car.

The interior is excellent, with leather seat covers from 2011 as well as new carpet and panels from that time. Everything works, except one wiper wheel box is needed (about $40). Most people remove the wiper arms when folding down the windshield, and the driver’s side spline must have been damaged during one of those cycles. The wiper motor and drive all works fine, it just needs the wheel box. There is no heater installed (I believe this was an option)

The engine was rebuilt in 2011 and runs wonderfully. The car rides and drives like a recently restored car. It’s tight and really fun to drive!

The underside is excellent, evidence of a thorough rotisserie restoration. You can get a good feel for the car in the videos in this post. And if you interested, in taking this car home, please email or call for more info!

Take a tour of this rolling sculpture in the video below!

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Now SOLD To Jim in Florida!!!! Congratulations Jim!!!

This car was built in 2015 by Vintage Speedsters. We call this one “Cobalt.”

Take a video tour in the below:

I am not a “replica” guy. But I was very impressed to see that the fiberglass body on this car looks like steel to me, the workmanship is that good. The car shows about 7000 miles on the clock, and presents like a virtually brand new car. There is something very seductive about a brand new classic car, without the work of performing an exhaustive restoration. Thus, we have will stock a few of these for customers who want immediate gratification in an exciting package.

This is a fantastic Speedster recreation. If you want a curvy vintage car with reliable and simple air-cooled German components, this car is worth serious consideration. I have fallen in love with these cars, because they are fun and sculptural without the liability of a precious original Speedster. They also accommodate large people quite well, and are much more roomy than most British classic roadsters. The interiors are built to a high standard, and quite comfortable.

Power is excellent, from a 1915cc opposed engine with oil cooler, upgraded distributor and electric fuel pump. The engine sound is and driving experience is very much genuine 356… the flat-four engine might as well have been built in the Porsche factory, except it is significantly faster than any stock 356 I have driven, with about 100 HP. She is also fit with front disk brakes, short shift kit, new battery and an impressive ceramic coating on the beautiful paint job.

A 3:88 rear end ratio which makes highway cruising quite pleasant.

She comes with handsome top boot cover as shown, and an excellent matching stayfast canvas top that has hardly seen the light of day. Matching and nearly new tan side curtains are also included. She is titled as a 1967 VW, which will make titling in any state a breeze.

As an added benefit, we have 2300 cc upgraded performance engines in stock and we will gladly swap the great power plant in this car for something with significantly more grunt. We have beautiful polished headers to mate with these performance engines, and if you want to upgrade this car into a rocket, please give a call or email and we can discuss transforming this already wonderful car into something even more special.

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SOLD. Congratulations to Ahmet from Maryland for purchasing this gorgeous car!

Here’s a great chance to own a stunning Big Healey. This car (HBJ8L 31496) is a 1966 Model in British racing green with a new Black interior. It’s a stunning color combination and one of the most popular color schemes. It’s great to drive and it’s also fun to just stare at this iconic automotive sculpture. She looks good from every angle, and with the top up or down this is very handsome car.

The car was completely restored about fifteen years ago. It was purchased at a live auction in 2010 by the prior owner who has a large collection. The car was used very little since then and the car still shines beautifully.

She has the original engine as well as a rebuilt original four speed transmission with electric overdrive. Disk brakes are also fit in front with the correct brake booster (which you can see in the photo gallery, under the car), as was standard when new.

I’ve had my own BJ8 similar to this one in my little collection since 2015 and I love these cars, they are great to own. It can be hard to find good ones, but I bought this one because she has enjoyed such an extensive restoration. The underside is quite clean with evidence of good workmanship throughout. You can see the solid floor pans and outriggers in the photo album. And the engine is very strong with great oil pressure. Engine bay is very tidy. The interior was fully restored as well and the seats still look brand new.

Wiring was also redone during the restoration. The boot is super-clean. Everything was done well. You also get a very good top with a rear window in nice shape. She has the correct zip down rear window too… my favorite way to use these cars is with the window unzipped, because of great sun protection and lots of air flowing through.

She also comes with a top boot that you can see in stalled in the photo album, and a very nice black tonneau cover.

This car ticks all the boxes… it is from the second to last year of Austin Healey 3000 production and it is from the last series of 3000s with the best upgrades. The car has wonderful six-cylinder Big Healey grunt, with an unrivaled exhaust note.

Please give a call if you are interested in this fine car!

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Here’s something new!

Classic car drivability and reliability has always been our priority. This week, we are excited to offer for sale a special curated collection of late model Speedster replicas! We have four wonderful cars for sale, each with curves in all the right places, and each with a simple and reliable low-mileage drivetrain. If you are looking for classic car fun without the headaches, these Speedsters are worth a serious look. They are simple to service, fast, and tons of fun!

For years we have been dedicated to making classic British roadsters as reliable as possible, and we continue pursuit of this commitment each and every day. But our passion for curvaceous sports cars is not limited to Bugeye Sprites – we love all shapely and bug-eyed sports cars. The $300K + price tag of original Speedsters has always kept me away… until now. These replicas are quite affordable, and unless you’re a 356 aficionado, it’s difficult to tell them from the real thing. In fact, I’ve recently met a few 911 owners who own replicas similar to the ones shown here… they are not the real thing but they do a good job of fooling many of us!

Power in these four cars shown is typically from a 1.9 liter air-cooled flat four cylinder engine, that puts out about 110 HP. For comparison, the original Speedsters generally had 1582 CC engines good for about 60 HP. We also offer 2276CC uprated engines, good for about 150 HP, if you prefer higher performance. We have larger engines in stock and can install them in any of the cars shown.

These cars all feature fiberglass bodies on both Volkswagen and custom pans. Interiors are excellent, generally made with leather seats and wool carpets, built to a high standard.

For years, “replica” was a real turn off for me. But the quality of these replicas shown is impressive, and there is something very attractive about the availability of new VW components, plentiful from multiple suppliers. Upgrades and custom parts are plentiful too.

All of the cars shown have front disk brakes, and the “Creamster” above also has rear disk brakes. As with our custom British car build-outs, we can retrofit rear disk brakes on any of these Speedsters too.

Registration is easy. These cars are generally titled as early Volkswagens, which makes registration and vintage car insurance in your home state a breeze.

I have curated this special grouping specifically for our customer base. The cars are wider and roomier than Bugeye Sprites, and thus a more comfortable option for any of our customers who find Spridgets to be a bit cramped. The vented bucket seats are quite comfortable and easily accommodate large bodies. Access is also superior compared to most classic British cars. Doors are bigger, hinges are further forward, and it’s easier to get in and out. Leg room is significantly more plentiful than with Sprites… I’m 5’8″ and drive Sprites with the seats fully aft. In the Speedsters, I can barely reach the pedals with the seat fully aft, so there is at least four more inches of leg room than in a Spridget.

These are nearly new cars all made between 2009 and 2018. Not all replicas are the same… these particular cars are built by Beck and Vintage Speedsters, impressive products with great performance and quality.

I have chosen an excellent grouping for this offering, and each of these cars are now for sale. We have gone-through all four of the cars to prepare them for sale, with the same attention to detail and using the same quality checklists we have used on all the other classic cars that have passed through our building. As with all the cars we sell, these Speedsters can be further customized in our workshop to your taste.

If you are interested in owning one, it would be best to call or email to start the conversation! Prices start at $38K.

We’re excited to offer a fun quality product with minimal hassles and tons of style! Feel free to call if you would like to know more!

Above is a new 2276 engine with larger Weber carbs, standing-by for a horsepower upgrade. We also have beautiful header and exhaust options available.

NOW ON DEPOSIT 9/20/20! Thank you Gary in Florida and congratulations!

Are you looking for a little British car project?

Here are three square Sprites for sale, from one of our customers who bought our Bugeyes (Gavin). All three cars are for sale as a package to the first person to step forward with $2,000. This blow-out price is to make room for the Bugeye that is soon to be delivered. Someone is going get quite an array of British car bits and three different cars to play with, all for not a lot of dough. If you are one of the folks who has emailed me looking for a starter project at a very reasonable price, this could be your big chance!

All three cars are rebuildable.

Here is an inventory of what you get:

The orange/red car with no front fenders installed (although they are included) is 1965 MKIII with chassis number HAN8L 57199. This car sports a 1275 engine. Check out the pictures below to take a look at some of the additional goodies that come with it.

The green car is a 1968 MKIV Sprite. Below is a picture of its engine bay.

The red car that was pictured in the garage is a 1966 MKIII Sprite with chassis number HAN8L 58737. The picture below is a snapshot of the engine bay.

All three cars are located in Sylva, NC, (about 100 miles south of Knoxville, TN). Pick up is preferred, but delivery is also possible for an extra fee.

This is a great deal with a ton of stuff for a very reasonable price, so if you are looking for a fun project, please get in touch!

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