1969 Austin-Healey Sprite MKIV Convertible

Make

Austin-Healey

Model

Sprite MKIV Convertible

Year

1969

Listed price

$10,900

Location

Morgantown, Pennsylvania

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

55,181 miles

The Austin-Healey Sprite, affectionately known as the "Bugeye" or "Frogeye" in its earliest iteration, burst onto the scene in 1958 as a truly accessible British sports car. Conceived by Donald Healey, its mission was simple: provide open-air motoring thrills in a lightweight, affordable package. By 1961, the Sprite evolved into the MkII, sharing its bodywork with the MG Midget, a partnership that would define its subsequent generations. The MkIV, introduced in 1966, represented the pinnacle of the Sprite's development before its eventual discontinuation in 1971. It retained the charming proportions and nimble handling that defined the model, offering a more refined experience with its updated engine and a properly folding roof, a significant improvement over the earlier, more rudimentary soft tops. This 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite MkIV Convertible embodies the spirit of its era, presenting in a cheerful Sunshine Yellow that perfectly complements its diminutive dimensions. With a title-verified 55,181 actual miles, this Sprite has clearly been cherished, having been acquired by its previous owner in a heartfelt tribute to his mother's own Sprite. While typically equipped with a manual gearbox, this particular example has been fitted with an automatic transmission, offering a unique driving experience for those who prefer two pedals. Ready for its next chapter, this MkIV Sprite awaits a new enthusiast to write its continuing story on winding roads.