1957 Austin-Healey
100-6
Overdrive
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AUSTIN HEALEY 100/6 OVERDRIVE – 1957
Mille Miglia Eligible
Some cars are far more than simple means of transportation; they are witnesses to an era, capable of evoking endless roads, legendary races, and a way of experiencing motoring driven purely by passion.
This 1957 Austin Healey 100/6 embodies that spirit perfectly.
Make: Austin Healey
Model: 100/6
Year: 1957
Chassis: BN4L O/36937
Engine: ICH.36937
Displacement: 2,639 cc
Odometer: 26,800
Ownership: One owner over the last 22 years
Certifications: ASI Gold Plate – British Heritage Certificate
Interior: Blue leather
Exterior color: Healey Blue / White
Soft top: Blue
Accessories and equipment
A complete and refined specification, designed to enhance both driving pleasure and elegance:
Chrome wire wheels
Moto Lita steering wheel
Rear luggage rack with leather straps
Tonneau cover
Tailor-made car cover
Thermal insulation between engine bay and cockpit
Period powder fire extinguisher
Radiator with auxiliary cooling fan
Alternator
Front disc brakes
(original drum brakes included)
The model: engineering and emotion
Produced in 1957 at the historic Longbridge factory in Birmingham, this Austin Healey 100/6 represents one of the most mature and fascinating chapters in Healey production. With the introduction of the 2,639 cc inline six-cylinder engine, the 100/6 delivers smoother, more flexible and engaging performance, ideally suited to long-distance touring and historic competition.
The presence of overdrive adds an extra layer of technical sophistication, making the car equally enjoyable for spirited driving and relaxed cruising. The BN4 chassis, in 2+2 configuration, offers greater versatility, while rear-wheel drive, independent front suspension, and overall balance provide an authentic, direct and rewarding driving experience.
Mille Miglia: the most beautiful race in the world
One of the most compelling aspects of this example is its eligibility for the Mille Miglia. This is not merely a technical requirement, but a true passport to legend. Taking part in the Mille Miglia means reliving the very essence of historic motoring, driving through Italy on roads rich in history and passion.
Thanks to its year of manufacture, original configuration, state of preservation, and official certifications, this Austin Healey 100/6 is an ideal candidate not only for the Mille Miglia but also for the most prestigious international historic regularity events.
Certifications and authenticity
This car is accompanied by top-level documentation:
ASI Gold Plate certification, confirming originality and excellent condition
British Heritage Certificate, officially verifying authenticity and matching chassis, engine and production data
Essential elements that greatly enhance its collectible value and acceptance at exclusive events.
History of this example
Originally sold new in the United States, this Austin Healey enjoys an international history that further enhances its appeal. In the late 1980s it returned to England, where the owner at the time, Murray Scott Nelson, resident in Scarborough, obtained the British Motor Industry Heritage Certificate.
It was later imported into Italy, first registered in Padua and subsequently in Bologna. In 1993, it received the prestigious ASI Gold Plate certification.
Since 2004, the car has been owned by the same meticulous caretaker, who has preserved it with great care, maintaining excellent mechanical condition and full respect for its historical integrity.
The car has always been regularly subjected to mandatory biennial road inspections, with the current inspection valid.
Rarity and collectible value
Today, the Austin Healey 100/6 is increasingly rare. Production numbers were limited, and only a small number of examples have survived in correct, certified condition with documented history.
This example represents a unique opportunity for the collector seeking a car that combines emotion, elegance and eligibility for the world’s most prestigious historic events, while also offering strong long-term value.
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