1959 Austin-Healey 100-6

Make

Austin-Healey

Model

100-6

Year

1959

Listed price

$61,995

Location

Saint Charles, Missouri

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

69,685 miles

The Austin-Healey 100-6 arrived in 1956 as the successor to the original "Big Healey," the 100. While retaining the classic lines that made its predecessor an instant icon, the 100-6 brought significant advancements, most notably a lengthened wheelbase to accommodate a true 2+2 seating arrangement and, as its name suggests, a more potent six-cylinder engine. This 2.6-liter C-series inline-six, borrowed from the Austin Westminster, offered greater refinement and torque than the outgoing four-cylinder, propelling the 100-6 to a respectable top speed for its era. It was a car designed for effortless touring, embodying the British sports car ideal of accessible performance and undeniable style, with a production run of just over 14,000 units before the 3000 took its place. This 1959 Austin-Healey 100-6, showing 69,685 miles, represents the final year of this beloved model before the 3000's introduction. Its 2.6L inline-six engine is paired with a manual transmission, offering an engaging and authentic driving experience. While specific color information isn't provided, its status as a convertible ensures the full open-air motoring experience these cars were famous for, perfect for weekend drives or spirited rallies. This is an opportunity to acquire a charming example of a pivotal model in the Austin-Healey lineage, ready for its next chapter on the open road.