1958 AUSTIN HEALEY BUGEYE "NO A RESERVE" ULTIMATE BARN FIND MG TRIUMPH JAGUAR

Description for Austin Healey Other 1958

You are viewing a 1958 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite Barn Find.

Being offered at "No Reserve".

Becoming a very rare collectible model with values on the rise. Early production example. Stored for over 30 years. Ran when parked. All original needing full restoration.

Vin #: AN5L/2968

Engine #: 90-U-H-2874 (948cc)

Transmission: 4 Speed

Color: Green with black interior (originally Old English White)

Title: Clear "Michigan" Title
Mileage: 66,518

**I will be adding more pictures within the next few days.**

The "Bugeye" has been garage and barn stored for the last 33 years. License plate shows it was last on the road in 1982. It had undergone several repaints over the years. Very solid example ready for restoration.

Under the hood the "Bugeye" is pretty much all original down to the original air filters. Engine number confirms it has the correct 948cc engine. I did put a battery in it, nd the engine turns over easily by bypassing the starter solenoid. Starter worked fine. Driver's side hood prop doesn't always latch. Rusted spot near vin plate. Inner fenders in good condition with no evidence of previous accident damage. Driver's hood hinge is a bit stiff and needs to be pushed down when the hood is closed. Goes into all of the gears without any issues. I did not go any further than that.

The interior is mostly original and needs a full restoration. Has some period "Wood Upgrades" including the steering wheel and shift knob. Dash is all original and not cut up and includes the correct original Ignition Switch/Headlight Switch. Headlights and tail lights work when I put a battery in it. Has original 60's AM radio. Pedal box will need to be gone through. There is a good sized hole in the passenger side kick panel due to some sort of nesting in the engine compartment as shown in the picture. Floor carpet was removed at some point. Has original seats however there is only 1 seat bottom (Bare metal) that is in fair condition. The seat backs are in good condition. Has all of the original gauges as well. Odometer shows 66,518 miles believed to be original.

The Body is in solid condition but will need to be restored. Both rocker panels are very solid. Has original floors. Driver's side floor pan under the pedal area has a decent sized hole. The rest of the floors are solid. Windshield has a small crack on the passenger side lower corner. Passenger side lower door hinge mount area is rusted out as shown from the exterior side behind the right front wheel. Grill and nose panel is in good condition. Trunk shows a fair amount of bondo that has cracked as shown in the trunk picture. All of the wheel wells are in good condition with no holes. Rear wheel arches in good original condition.

Original factory wheels and hubcaps with old Bias Ply tires. Tires are matched set with good tread.

The Austin is being sold in "as is" condition with no warranty expressed or implied. I cannot be held responsible for any errors or inaccuracies that may have been inadvertently been provided.

ONCE AGAIN....NO RESERVE AUCTION!

Please have your finds in order prior to bidding.
Shipping is up to the buyer to arrange.
As stated, he "Bugeye" represents a wonderful opportunity for the British car enthusiast that is looking for a great restoration project at an affordable price. Comes with a clear Michigan title. Sold in "as is" condition with no warranty expressed or implied. I have done my best to describe the "Austin" to the best of my ability, owever there may be some things that I may have missed. It is up to the buyer to do due diligence when making a purchase online. Do not make any assumptions about anything. Ask any questions that may not have been addressed. I am not responsible for any errors or erroneous misinformation. If you would like to speak with me directly, lease provide a contact number and I will get back to you.

For the motivated buyer, will consider ending the auction early for a serious offer, owever I do not have a buy it now price set.

The fine print: If you have 5 or less feedback transactions, ou must contact me prior to bidding. A non-refundable deposit of $500.00 is due within 24 hours of the auction end. If the deposit is not received, he "Bugeye" will be offered to the next highest bidder. The balance is due within 7 days of the auction end date. The car must be picked up within 10 days of the auction end date. A $10.00 per day storage fee will be charged after the 10 days unless prior arrangements have been made. For International Buyers, have sold several vintage cars to overseas buyers with the buyers being extremely pleased with the sale. "License Plate" not included. If you have any questions, o not hesitate to contact me. I will do my best to answer any questions you may have.

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