2012-08-28 13:58:13 | pauls writes:

Car offered at:
www.grabersportgarage.ch/index.php

Sellers description:
1953 Austin Healey 100M BN-1
Superb condition. Fully nut and bolt restored by Kurt Tanner

Chassis BN1-L/144642
Engine 1B1 39318 - 4 Cylinder 2660cc
Body 4360/338
Gearbox 3-speed manual with overdrive

Over the past years this car has undergone a comprehensive restoration. This work included a complete rebuild of the engine with an upgraded alloy cylinder head for much cooler operating temperature and a compression ratio of 8:1.

It has been prepared to 100M "Le Mans" specifications featuring larger carburetors and intake manifolds, a louvered hood with bonnet strap and the cold-air box, altough it is not an original factory 100M. Front suspension, braking system, electrical system have all been rebuilt.
The car is in a very attractive two-tone color combination with Healey Blue over white Ivory. The interior is in the original navy colour.

The car comes with a British Heritage Certificate and is Swiss Duty paid.

CHF 95'000

2015-02-28 10:59:47 | pauls writes:

Car was at Gooding auction in '09
www.goodingco.com/vehicle/1953-austin-healey-100-bn-1-le-mans/

Auction description:
Lot 63
Pebble Beach 2009
Estimate: $75,000 - $100,000
SOLD: $77,000
Chassis: BN1L/144642
Engine: 1B139318

Recently Completed Kurt Tanner Restoration
Verified Heritage Certificate
A Very Authentic Early Production 100
One Of Approximately 200 1953 Examples Left In Existence
Prepared to 100M "Le Mans" Specifications
A Sporting "Big Healey" For Tour Or Show