1955 Austin-Healey 100S Sports Racing Two-Seater
During its Goodwood Festival of Speed sale, Bonhams will auction this ** 1955 Austin-Healey 100S Sports Racing Two-Seater** for about $800,000, one of the 50 customer original carscof this historic racing car.
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History of the Austin-Healey 100S
The Austin-Healey 100 model was produced from 1953 until 1956 on the Austin A90 Atlantic mechanicals specifications. The model was presented at the 1952 London Motor Show with a design by Gerry Coker and chassis design by Barry Bilbie, only 50 examples.
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The 100 was named for its ability to reach 100 mph (160 kmh) thanks to the lighter competition derived aluminium-bodied. And the 'S' stands for Sebring, in honour of the victory at the 1954 Sebring 12-Hours.
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Technical specification
The 100S model delivers 132 hp at 4,700 rpm and reaches the 160 kmh thanks to the replacement of the engine's standard cast-iron cylinder head by a Weslake-designed eight-port aluminium component and larger carburettors.
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Beahtifully restored by Fourintune, the US-based marque specialist restoration company.
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Sources
Auction at Bonhams
Austin Haley 100 on Wiki
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