1962 Austin-Healey Sprite

Make

Austin-Healey

Model

Sprite

Year

1962

Listed price

$10,000

Location

Orlando

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

74,441 miles

The Austin-Healey Sprite, affectionately known as the "Bugeye" or "Frogeye" in its inaugural MkI generation, burst onto the scene in 1958 as a truly accessible sports car. Donald Healey's vision was clear: create a small, affordable roadster that captured the spirit of open-top motoring for the masses. Utilizing components from the BMC parts bin, including the A-Series engine from the Morris Minor, the Sprite was a lightweight marvel that prioritized nimble handling and pure driving joy over outright speed. Its distinctive, forward-facing headlights, originally designed to retract, became its most iconic feature when cost-cutting measures dictated they remain fixed, inadvertently creating a legend. The MkII, introduced in 1961, evolved the design with a more conventional front end, a proper boot, and improved interior appointments, yet retained the fundamental charm and eager spirit that defined its predecessor. This 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite MkII embodies that enduring spirit, having covered 74,441 miles under the care of its current owner for over five years, primarily for weekend excursions. Power comes from its original-style 4-cylinder engine mated to a manual transmission, promising an engaging, analog driving experience. Presented in a vibrant orange, this particular Sprite has seen modifications to both its exterior and interior, enhancing its visual appeal and ensuring it continues to turn heads. This is an opportunity to acquire a delightful example of a quintessential British roadster, ready for many more miles of open-air enjoyment.