Few British sports cars capture the romance and excitement of 1950s motoring quite like the Austin-Healey 100/6.

With its stunning low-slung styling, long sweeping bonnet, unmistakable oval grille and spirited six-cylinder performance, the 1957 Austin-Healey 100/6 is a classic that offers far more than just good looks. It delivers genuine driving enjoyment, unmistakable character and the thrill of open-top motoring, all wrapped up in one of Britain’s most celebrated sports car designs. For enthusiasts seeking a classic that is equally rewarding to own, drive and admire, the Big Healey remains a particularly compelling choice.

Introduced in 1956 as the successor to the original four-cylinder Austin-Healey 100, the 100/6 brought greater refinement, a longer wheelbase and the smooth power delivery of a 2.6-litre straight-six engine. Developed through the collaboration of Donald Healey and the British Motor Corporation, it represented an important chapter in the evolution of the legendary Big Healey family. With its four-speed manual gearbox, rear-wheel drive and wonderfully distinctive exhaust note, the 100/6 provides an engaging and thoroughly enjoyable driving experience that continues to delight enthusiasts nearly seven decades later.

Today, the Austin-Healey 100/6 is firmly established as a desirable and highly collectible British sports car, enjoying strong marque recognition and an enthusiastic international following. Its timeless styling, sporting heritage and established collector appeal make it an attractive proposition for buyers seeking both enjoyment and long-term ownership satisfaction. Supported by excellent specialist knowledge, parts availability and an active worldwide enthusiast community, the 100/6 offers a wonderful opportunity to experience the golden era of British motoring in a classic that is as much fun to drive as it is beautiful to behold.

An outstanding example of the iconic British sports car, this 1957 Austin-Healey 100/6 presents in absolutely superb condition throughout.

With its beautiful flowing lines, gleaming chrome and unmistakable 1950s styling, this is a motor car that attracts admiration wherever it goes. Imported from the USA and first registered in New Zealand in 2003, this lovely Healey has clearly benefited from careful ownership and attention over the years, presenting today as a particularly impressive example of this highly collectible British roadster.

Powered by its smooth and responsive 2.6-litre inline-six engine, coupled to a four-speed manual transmission, the 100/6 delivers all the character and enjoyment that made these legendary British sports cars so popular. Starting easily, running smoothly and driving exceptionally well, this is a properly sorted Healey that is ready to be enjoyed. Whether cruising along country roads, attending classic car gatherings or simply heading out for a leisurely Sunday drive, the experience is every bit as rewarding as its beautiful appearance suggests.

The overall presentation is quite exceptional. The paintwork is excellent, the body lines are crisp and the chrome is beautifully presented throughout. Inside, the cabin is equally impressive, retaining its traditional period character with minimal signs of wear. Some servicing and restoration history is available, further supporting the impression of a motor car that has been cherished and maintained to a high standard. Finding a Big Healey in this level of condition is becoming increasingly difficult, making this a particularly appealing opportunity for the enthusiast or collector.

Vehicle Highlights

• MINT CONDITION! An exceptionally well-presented example throughout.
• 1957 Austin-Healey 100/6 – An iconic and highly collectible British sports car.
• Imported from the USA and first registered in New Zealand in 2003.
• Smooth and responsive 2.6-litre inline-six engine.
• Four-speed manual transmission providing an authentic classic driving experience.
• Starts easily, runs smoothly and drives beautifully.
• Excellent paintwork with crisp, clean body lines.
• Beautifully presented chrome and exterior brightwork.
• Impressive, period-correct interior showing minimal wear.
• Clearly a motor car that has benefited from careful ownership and maintenance.
• Some servicing and restoration history available.
• Odometer reading in miles.
• Strong international collector appeal and excellent marque recognition.
• Equally suited to a serious collection, classic car shows or regular weekend enjoyment.
• A well-sorted, highly presentable example that is ready to drive and enjoy.

A GREAT WEE BRITISH SPORTS CAR, PACKED WITH CHARACTER, CHARM AND FUN!

Beautifully presented, mechanically enjoyable and with all the appeal of a genuine 1950s British roadster, this Austin-Healey 100/6 offers its next custodian the opportunity to own something rather special. A lovely example of a much-admired classic, ready to be driven, admired and enjoyed for many years to come.

The 1957 Austin-Healey 100/6 represents one of the most appealing chapters in British sports car history, combining timeless styling, spirited six-cylinder performance and the unmistakable character of open-top motoring from the golden era of the 1950s. With its long bonnet, distinctive oval grille and purposeful stance, the 100/6 remains a highly desirable classic, offering an engaging and rewarding driving experience. The wonderful sound of its straight-six engine, direct mechanical feel and sheer enjoyment of open-air touring make it a motor car that is as much fun to drive today as it was nearly seven decades ago.

From a collectibility perspective, the Austin-Healey 100/6 enjoys an established position within the international classic car market. As part of the celebrated ‘Big Healey’ family, it benefits from strong marque recognition, excellent specialist support and an enthusiastic following throughout the United Kingdom, Europe, North America, Australia and New Zealand. International demand remains an important strength, with well-presented, original and properly restored examples attracting interest from collectors worldwide. Its relatively limited production, historical significance and close association with the legendary Austin-Healey 3000 further enhance its long-term appeal.

In terms of values, the Austin-Healey 100/6 continues to offer an attractive entry point into the world of collectible British sports cars, often representing better buying than some of its more expensive contemporaries. While prices naturally reflect condition, provenance and restoration quality, the model has established itself as a recognised and respected collector classic with a broad international market. Ultimately, the 100/6 offers an appealing combination of driving pleasure, timeless design, collectibility and potential long-term value retention, making it a particularly rewarding classic to own, enjoy and preserve for future generations.

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The Purchaser is encouraged to personally fully inspect the vehicle and also to have the vehicle inspected, and fully assessed by an experienced, independent, specialist garage - before committing to purchase. While the Purchaser is entitled to rely on statements given by Waimak Group Ltd as being correct, where goods such as vehicles are concerned, with so many moving parts and rust being an issue with older vehicles; a Purchaser who chooses not to seek independent professional assistance when assessing the quality of what they propose to buy is considered as buying at their own risk, and if the vehicle then turns out to be of less than the represented quality, or not up to the Purchaser's expectation, or in the Purchaser opinion not fit for purpose; then the Purchaser is considered to have contributed to their own loss and should not expect any refunds or betterment from Waimak.

NOTIFICATION AS TO NATURE OF GOODS IN TERMS OF THE CONSUMER GUARANTEES ACT 1993

Waimak Group Ltd is a New Zealand registered company and accepts that the vehicle being sold must be of “acceptable quality” in terms of section 7 of the New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (the Act) having regard to “the nature of the goods”. Waimak Group Ltd is not aware of any specific defects with the vehicle, however (a) such a vehicle being a classic vehicle may have mechanical breakdowns, electrical failures at inconvenient times and maintenance costs being part of and parcel of ownership of a classic vehicle; (b) reliability is a combination of the particular nature of the classic vehicle, how it is being driven, how it has been maintained, and to a certain extent luck; (c) because of the age of the vehicle, and its propensity to rust, it is likely that the vehicle would have been fully or partially restored, or at least repainted at some point in its life, maybe even more than once. Waimak Group Ltd does not know, and cannot give advice on how good any restoration work on the vehicle had been.

The Purchaser acknowledges that the vehicle is being sold as a classic car; that in terms of the Act and the nature of the goods, the vehicle is an old car, bike or boat, that may have visual and hidden faults, unlike a new motor vehicle.

The Purchaser is encouraged to personally fully inspect the vehicle and also to have the vehicle inspected, and fully assessed by an experienced, independent, specialist garage - before committing to purchase. While the Purchaser is entitled to rely on statements given by Waimak Group Ltd as being correct, where goods such as vehicles are concerned, with so many moving parts and rust being an issue with older vehicles; a Purchaser who chooses not to seek independent professional assistance when assessing the quality of what they propose to buy is considered as buying at their own risk, and if the vehicle then turns out to be of less than the represented quality, or not up to the Purchaser's expectation, or in the Purchaser opinion not fit for purpose; then the Purchaser is considered to have contributed to their own loss and should not expect any refunds or betterment from Waimak Group Ltd.

The Purchaser acknowledges that they have read and fully understand this notification and the nature of a car which is many years old.