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£102,393 (Est: £84,385 - £126,578)

1956 Austin-Healey 100M Factory-built

France • 3 Jul 2026 • Lot 59

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AI Listing Summary

A rare, factory-built 1956 Austin-Healey 100M, one of only 58 delivered in Continental Europe, this LHD model underwent a full restoration and is presented in very nice overall condition. Despite minor MOT-related issues to be resolved by the seller, its rarity and factory 'M' specifications make it a highly desirable classic roadster.

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Condition 

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The car is described as being in 'very nice condition' and underwent a full restoration. The interior and weather equipment are in 'very good condition'. However, the MOT report indicates a re-test is required due to issues with service brakes, a shock absorber, and indicators, suggesting some minor mechanical imperfections that will be addressed.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

L232315 - BN2

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

LHD

1956 Austin-Healey 100M Factory-builtFrench titleChassis # L232315 - BN2
Engine No.

1B/232315-M- Sold new in France
- One of 58 delivered in Continental Europe
- Very nice condition
 
Having rolled off the production line on May 10, 1956, this Austin -Healey 100 is a genuine M produced in this form by the factory, not a car subsequently refitted to this specification.

This feature is confirmed by the certificate of the "British Motor Industry Heritage Trust", which states that this car was left hand drive, for export and shipped to Paris.

It also indicates that it was equipped from the factory with heating, a laminated windshield glass and louvred bonnet.

The body was white and black, which was later painted just black.

It is worth noting that the "M" versions (for "Le Mans") are characterized in particular by changes to the four-cylinder 2.7-liter original Austin engine.

This is also the choice of engine, by Donald Healey, which led to the proposal by Austin to combine the two n...

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£55,000

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£107,358

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£178,213

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