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£2,800

1959 Austin-Healey Frogeye Sprite

Brightwells • UK • 16 Sept 2026

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Lowest 10% of Past Sales

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£2,800

1959 Austin-Healey Frogeye Sprite

UK • 16 Sept 2026 • Lot 63

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1959 Austin-Healey Frogeye Sprite is a non-running restoration project with 3 former keepers and 21 years of ownership. It comes with two gearboxes and the original engine, presenting a substantial opportunity for enthusiasts.
While it requires a full overhaul, its desirable Frogeye styling and early production date make it an appealing base for a road-going classic or track car.

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Condition 

2

The car is described as a non-running restoration project with significant reconditioning required. It has extensive cosmetic and mechanical issues that compromise its current functionality and safety, necessitating major repairs.

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Manual

1719WU

United Kingdom

CAV108429

1959

Auction

£2,800

1959 Austin-Healey Frogeye Sprite

Brightwells • UK • 16 Sept 2026

Market Position:

Lowest 10% of Past Sales

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Description

Description Non running; 21 years of ownership; 3 former keepers; restoration project; 2x gearboxes and what looks like to be the original engine come with the sale of the car

First registered in November 1959, this Austin-Healey Frogeye Sprite is offered as a restoration project and presents an exciting opportunity for the enthusiast looking for a worthwhile project.

Showing just three former keepers from new, the car has been in the current owner's possession since December 2005.

Originally fitted with the 948cc A-Series engine, the Sprite is now fitted with what appears to be a B-Series engine.

The car is currently a non-runner and will require restoration, but its desirable Frogeye styling and early production date make it an appealing basis for a variety of projects.

Accompanying the car are two gearboxes and what appears to be the original 948cc engine, providing useful parts for the restoration.

Unfortunately, there is no history accompanying the vehicle.

With its lightwe...

Price Analysis vs Other Sprite Mk Is

£1,260

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£12,994

Median Price (Since 2020)

£72,478

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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MOT Information

Exempt / No Records

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Unknown

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Brightwells

Easters Court, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 0DE, England

Located in Leominster, Herefordshire, Brightwells is a physical and online auction house handling classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They conduct regular auctions and offer vehicle consignment services.

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