1959 Austin-Healey 100-6

Make

Austin-Healey

Model

100-6

Year

1959

Listed price

$42,500

Location

Troy

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

71,648 miles

The Austin-Healey 100-6 arrived in 1956 as the successor to the original "Big Healey," the 100. Bridging the gap between the four-cylinder BN1/BN2 models and the later 3000, the 100-6 marked a significant evolution for the marque. Its most notable change was the introduction of a larger, more powerful 2.6-liter C-series inline-six engine, initially producing 102 hp (later 117 hp), lending the car its "100-6" designation. This new engine, borrowed from the Austin Westminster, allowed for a longer wheelbase and the option of a 2+2 seating configuration, though the two-seater remained popular. While not as numerous as the 3000, the 100-6, particularly in its BN4 (2+2) and BN6 (2-seater) forms, solidified Austin-Healey's reputation for elegant, sporting roadsters that offered accessible performance and distinctive British charm. This 1959 Austin-Healey 100-6, a BN6 two-seater variant, embodies that classic era of British motoring. Showing 71,648 miles on the odometer, this particular example presents as a handsome coupe, a less common but undeniably stylish configuration for the 100-6. Power comes from its original 6-cylinder engine paired with a manual transmission, promising an engaging and authentic driving experience characteristic of these beloved roadsters. For the enthusiast seeking a classic British sports car with a distinctive profile and engaging dynamics, this 100-6 offers a compelling opportunity.