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1961 Austin-Healey Frogeye Sprite

1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale
1961 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite-For Sale

Lot Number: 693

1961 Austin-Healey Frogeye Sprite

A charming little symphony in blue, this Frogeye benefits from an older restoration and a recent mechanical and cosmetic refresh.

There is a Sale Room Notice on this lot, please read this before placing a bid

  • Buy it now for £15,000 - contact enquiries@iconicauctioneers.com

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 24th August, 2025 at 11.00am local time at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Iris Blue

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    YVN 898

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    24544 Miles

SALE ROOM NOTICE

The car had a full engine rebuild by Malvern rebore (invoice in file). The gearbox has been rebuilt by specialists in Malvern, Worcestershire.

SUMMARY

A charming little symphony in blue, this Frogeye benefits from an older restoration and a recent mechanical and cosmetic refresh.

DESCRIPTION

  • Originally restored in the 1990s, this 1961 Austin-Healey Frogeye Sprite has a selection of bills and invoices for parts and labour, mostly from Moss Europe
  • There are photographs on file from the 1990s that show the car post-respray, pre-rebuild as well as a plethora of old MOTs
  • Mechanical and cosmetic refresh by Vintage Metal costing over £3,500, in 2020
  • Iris Blue with a dark blue interior, featuring light blue piping, the car presents in excellent condition
  • Powered by the original 43bhp 948cc A-Series engine paired with a 4-speed manual gearbox
  • Accompanied by its original Austin-Healey service parts list folder, a nice and rare, valuable addition
  • A beautifully maintained Frogeye, combining classic charm with recent mechanical attention for ongoing enjoyment

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
693
Make
AUSTIN-HEALEY
Model
FROGEYE SPRITE
Registration Number
YVN 898
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
AM547485
Engine Number
8G162RM/81161AD
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Iris Blue

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Consignor

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SCORE:

128 / 135

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About the Seller Rating

A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 25th August. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.

Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.

If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before 9am on 25th August, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

A classic car or motorcycle is a source of great pride and enjoyment but, whether your car or motorcycle is in storage or on the road, you’ll need a specialist insurance policy. We have partnered with Howden Insurance a leading insurance brokers with a team dedicated to classic cars and motorcycles. They cover a vast array of classic and vintage models and only work with insurers who provide a great service and share our passion for the classic motor industry.

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