1969 Austin-Healey Sprite Mark 4 (1966 - 1971)

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Ref: 103683

Date of first registration:

15/ 04/ 1969

Miles (not guaranteed): 84242

Drive: left-hand drive

Registration document: Normal

Number of seats: 2

Number of cylinders: 4 in-line

Displacement: 1275 cm3

Fuel: SP98 + additive

BHP (DIN): 65

Tax horsepower: 7

Gearbox: Manual 4-speed

Body colour: British Racing Green

Interior colour: Black

Tires: Wear Front 40% + Rear 40%

* 12-MONTH WARRANTY included

* POSSIBLE DELIVERY

* Road tax costs (optional): €690 including VAT (New battery, Mechanical service (engine oil + filter), 1/ 4 tank of fuel, Bodywork wash + polish, interior cleaning and vacuuming).

* Administration service for “carte grise” and “carte grise collection” (FFVE file included) optional.

Austin Healey Sprite MK IV (1969-1971)

(22, 790 units)

135, 574 km / 84, 242 miles

Origin USA

Certificate from the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust

Original service book

Original user manual

Matching exterior colour “British Racing Green”

Matching interior colour “Black”

Extensive history file since 1996 (total: €14, 950)

Technical inspections since 2009

Engine removal/ restoration by specialist in 2011 (invoice: €3, 765)

- stripped and repainted components

- crankshaft grinding

- crankshaft treatment

- block re-boration

- valve guide replacement

- valve seat machining

- balancing of moving parts

- replacement of all 4 pistons

- replacement of rod bearings

- replacement of side shims

- reassembly

- adjustments and tuning

- engine oil 20w50

Chrome rocker cover

Double-body WEBER carburettor

Aluminium radiator

Additional cooling fan

High-performance starter motor

New black vinyl soft top (invoice available)

Soft-top cover in black vinyl

4 original 13’’ pressed-steel wheels in black with chromed hubcaps

4 original AUSTIN HEALEY chromed hubcaps

4 BF GOODRICH tires

Chrome rear-view mirror

Leather upholstery in black

Black door panels in vinyl

Black vinyl dashboard cap

Start button

SMITHS instrumentation

Vintage car radio

Prototype leather 3-spoke steering wheel

Austinite Healey leather gear knob

2-point aviation-type seat belts at the front

Black carpets

Space-saver spare wheel

Battery cut-off device

Jack

Body / Exterior:

The car shown here is an April 1969 Austin Healey Sprite MK IV, in its original “British Racing Green” colour (matching colour).

The bodywork is presented in excellent condition, with a uniform hue and superb gloss.

After a professional polish by our workshop, a small defect was found under the paint at the top of the left rear wing and small paint chips were corrected on the leading edge of the driver’s door.

The chrome bumpers are properly aligned and in good condition despite some light oxidation marks.

The grille cromes are in good order.

The original decorative mouldings are complete and in good condition.

The black soft-top is new (invoice available).

Fitting of the soft-top is easy and its seal remains in keeping with the era’s standards.

This example also has a black vinyl colour matching top cover in perfect condition.

The original 13’’ black wheels and chrome hubcaps are in good order despite a few minor dings and light chrome oxidation.

The 4 BF GOODRICH tires show 40% wear.

This example comes with its spare wheel and original jack.

Among the notable exterior features, we noted the black vinyl top cover.

Interior:

The interior retains its period layout and presents well.

Leather upholstery in black with matching piping is in good condition, with no signs of wear or sagging.

Matching black vinyl door panels are also in very good condition.

The black carpets are in good condition, with no snags or tears.

The black vinyl dashboard cap has a small crack.

SMITHS instrument cluster is fully functional.

This car is equipped with a sport black leather 3-spoke PROTOTIPO steering wheel.

The Austin Healey leather gear knob shows patina from use.

This car is equipped with 2-point aviation-type seat belts at the front.

The Vintage radio functions perfectly.

Among the notable interior features, we note the black leather upholstery, the PROTOTIPO leather 3-spoke sport wheel, the leather gear knob, and the 2-point aviation belts.

Chassis:

The lift confirms a solid shell, with no visible accident damage or structural corrosion.

Foundations: wooden floors, sills and wheel arches are in good condition.

Usage reserve: we cannot guarantee perfect alignment beyond their visual and functional good condition as validated on-road and on the ramp.

During dynamic testing, no abnormal rattles were heard from the body or suspension components (trunnions, bushings, etc.).

Braking is balanced and aligned, with performance in line with era standards.

Front discs and pads show 40% wear.

The rear drums work perfectly and show no sign of seepage.

A road-test tech inspection performed by our workshop prior to delivery will confirm overall functionality.

Engine / Transmission:

The 4-cylinder 1. 275cc engine runs perfectly.

The mechanics were removed and restored in 2011 by a specialist (invoice €3, 765).

During this work, the following were restored or replaced: the 4 pistons, the rod bearings, the side shims, the bore, the crankshaft grinding, the valve guides, the valve-seat machining, the balancing of the moving assembly, the adjustments and tune, engine oil 20w50.

Compression checks and the road test performed by our workshop confirm a healthy engine.

The 4-cylinder starts immediately, with no smoke or unusual noises and a steady idle, as confirmed by the 360° video with the engine running available at the start of the slideshow.

Cold oil pressure is 60 psi at 1100 rpm.

Once warm, the revs rise smoothly with no hiccups.

Engine/ gearbox/ axle reliability is improved by an aluminium radiator and an additional cooling fan.

This example is equipped with a Weber twin-choke carburettor and a high-performance starter.

All four gears engage and synchronise smoothly.

Clutch bite is good.

This example has a battery cut-off and a start button.

As is common on these models, engine/ gearbox/ axle seals are only average.

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