1966 Austin-Healey Sprite – Custom One-Off Hot Rod | Unique, Lightweight, and Fully Sorted
Offered for sale is a truly special 1966 Austin-Healey Sprite—an extensively modified, lightweight custom build that blends classic British charm with period hot-rod attitude. Finished in bright red over a minimalist brown interior, this Sprite has been thoughtfully reimagined from nose to tail and is ready for sunny-day cruises, local shows, or simply putting a huge grin on your face.
Key Features & Highlights
- 1,098cc Inline-Four Engine
Smooth, eager, and recently serviced. Fresh oil and fluids. Paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Starts instantly and runs out like a top.
- Extensive Custom Bodywork
- De-bumpered and de-badged
- Lowered stance (springs up front, lowering blocks in rear)
- Rear arches rounded and flared
- Widened rear wheels for a more aggressive footprint
- Cut-down windscreen for a classic sports racer look
- Doors filled with removed glass for a clean, purposeful profile
- Front body seams filled for a smooth appearance
- Bright red repaint completed under prior ownership
- De-bumpered and de-badged
- Interior Modifications
- Porsche 914 fiberglass seats
- Custom handcrafted wood dashboard
- Fully rewired electrical system for reliability
- Brown vinyl trim with a simple, driver-focused layout
- Porsche 914 fiberglass seats
- Mechanical & Performance Notes
- Supertrapp exhaust delivers a raspy, vintage sports-car note
- Light, tossable, and a complete blast to drive
- Reliable, sorted, and ready for the next owner
- Supertrapp exhaust delivers a raspy, vintage sports-car note
Overall Condition
It presents well as a spirited retro roadster with tasteful modifications that enhance both appearance and performance. It’s a clean, well-executed build that stands out anywhere it goes.
If you’re looking for a vintage British sports car with personality, character, and unique craftsmanship, this 1966 Austin-Healey Sprite is a rare opportunity.
Lightweight, lively, and unmistakably cool—don’t miss your chance to own this one-off driver’s special.