£19,477
1,275cc-Powered 1959 Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite
United States • 10 Oct 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1959 Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite has been cosmetically and mechanically refurbished, featuring a 1,275cc inline-four engine, a four-speed manual gearbox, and updated components like front disc brakes and a Weber carburetor. Offered with a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate and spare parts, it presents a blend of classic charm and modern enhancements.
Condition
7
The car has been refurbished, but there are still signs of wear. The body was repainted, the suspension was overhauled, and the interior was retrimmed. However, the tires have 2014 date codes, and the total mileage is unknown.
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Manual
Transmission:
AN5L24766
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Odometer:
77,000 miles
[Reg Number]
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
LHD
TMU 1,275cc Inline-Four 4-speed Manual Ribbed-Case Gearbox Repainted Red Soft Top & Tonneau cover Black Vinyl Upholstery 13" Minator Alloy Wheels Front Disc Brakes Dual Side Mirrors Wind Wings Wood-Rimmed MotoLita Steering Wheel Weber 40 DCOE Carburetor Spare Steel Wheels w/Wide-Whitewall Tires Spare & Removed Factory Parts Two Binders of Documentation BMIHT Certificate
This 1959 Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite was the subject of a cosmetic and mechanical refurbishment under previous ownership and was acquired by the seller .
Work since then included installing a wood-rimmed MotaLita steering wheel, a flip-style fuel filler cap, Aamco-style wind wings, windshield-frame-mounted mirrors, an air horn, Coco floor mats, LED rear lights, and a Halon fire extinguisher as well as replacing the soft top, side curtains, and tonneau cover.
Finished in red over black vinyl, the car is powered by a 1,275cc inline-four paired with a four-speed manual gearbox.
Additional equipment includes 13″ Minato...
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£1,260
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£13,430
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£72,478
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