Sprite MK4 1969 for sale

Comments: * 12 MONTH WARRANTY included * PICK-UP and DELIVERY possible * Registration fees (option): €690 VAT included (New battery, Inspection (oil change + filter), 1/4 tank of fuel, Body wash + polishing, cleaning and vacuuming interior). * "Gray card" and "collection gray card" service (FFVE practice included) optional. Austin Healey Sprite MK IV (1969-1971) (22,790 units) 135,574 km / 84,242 miles Origin USA British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate Original maintenance booklet Original owner's manual Matching exterior color "British Racing Green" Matching interior color "Black" Important dossier of invoices since 1996 (total: €14,950) Technical checks since 2009 Engine removal/reinstallation by a specialist in 2011 (invoice: €3,765) - sandblasting and painting of components - crankshaft grinding - crankshaft treatment - block boring - valve guide replacement - valve seat machining - balancing of the moving assembly - replacement of the 4 pistons - replacement of the connecting rod bearings - replacement of the side shims - reassembly of the assembly - adjustments and tuning - 20w50 engine oil Chrome valve cover Dual carburetor WEBER Aluminum radiator Additional fan High-performance starter New black synthetic leather hood (Invoice available) Black synthetic leather hood cover 4 original 13'' black steel wheels 4 original chrome AUSTIN HEALEY hubcaps 4 BF GOODRICH tires Chrome rearview mirror Black leather upholstery Black synthetic leather interior doors Black synthetic leather dashboard cover Start button SMITHS onboard instrumentation Vintage radio Prototype 3-spoke leather steering wheel AUSTIN HEALEY leather gear knob 2-point "aviation" type seat belts Black carpet Spare wheel Battery switch Jack Our analysis Model history: Introduced in 1958 and developed on the same chassis/engine basis as its cousin MG Midget, the Sprite allowed AUSTIN HEALEY to reposition itself in the very fashionable segment of affordable small sports roadsters. Simple and lightweight, the Sprite would also take the engine from the MINI, going from 948 to 1500 cc over the years and evolutions. Body / Exterior: The model presented here is an Austin Healey Sprite MK IV from April 1969, in its original "British Racing Green" color (matching color) The body is in excellent presentation condition, showing a uniform shade and excellent brightness. After a professional polishing performed with orbitals from our workshop, we found a small defect under the paint on the top of the left rear wing and small paint chips corrected on the edge of the driver's door. The chrome bumpers are perfectly positioned and in good condition despite some light traces of oxidation. The grille chrome is in good condition. The original moldings and decorative ornaments are complete and in good condition. The black synthetic leather hood is new (invoice available). The hood installation is easy and the seal remains compliant with the standards of the time. This specimen also has a black synthetic leather hood cover in perfect condition. The 4 original black steel wheels and their original 13'' chrome hubcaps are in good condition despite some minor surface dents and slight oxidation of the chrome. The 4 BF GOODRICH tires show 40% wear. This specimen comes with its original spare wheel and jack. Among the interesting Body / Exterior equipment and options that this specimen is equipped with, we noted: the black synthetic leather hood cover. Interior: The interior has retained its period configuration and appears in good presentation condition. The black leather upholstery and matching pass are in good condition, with no signs of wear or sagging. The matching black synthetic leather interior doors are also in excellent presentation condition. The black carpets are in good condition, with no tears or rips. The black synthetic leather dashboard cover has a small crack. The SMITHS onboard instrumentation is fully functional. This specimen is equipped with a prototype 3-spoke leather steering wheel The Austin Healey leather gear knob shows signs of use. This specimen is also equipped with front 2-point "aviation" type seat belts. The Vintage radio is fully functional. Among the interesting interior equipment that this specimen is equipped with, we noted: The black leather upholstery, the prototype 3-spoke leather steering wheel, and the Austin Healey leather gear knob and the seat belts.