Mar 19, 2018 • Uncategorized •

While the term “hot rod” may not coincide with British built cars very often, it is an old concept much like this 1956 Austin Healey 100. Revered for being a fantastic British built sports car with a nimble power plant and fold down windscreen, the 100 is by no means a fast car to those who have the need to go fast. So like many cars, a bit of hot rodding was in order and a Dual Quad 327 Corvette engine was fitted into the nose of this fine looking British classic. Featuring custom width rear fenders and a heavily weathered appearance, you would certainly get loads of attention, although the purists will have a fit over this Healey 100! Early on into the bidding, this car is currently up to $4,050, with a buy it now of $22,500. Check out this neat hot rod here on eBay out of Beach Haven, New Jersey.

The original 4 cylinder engine has long been tossed in favor of a Corvette 327 with a dual quad set up. One thing that I do appreciate a lot about this car is that the hood has not been modified to accommodate the engine swap. This rowdy 100 is not currently running, and hasn’t run in years according to the seller. Also there is no definitive description about the engine other than it will need “freshening up”. To me that means it could need fluids and a tune up, or a complete rebuild. The engine is backed up by a manual transmission, which I am sure makes this car an absolute riot and a handful to keep under control.

The interior is bares bones much like the car was intended to be, but there is an unusual shifter to be seen. The driver side seat cushion is missing, and the 100 specific fold down windscreen is cracked. I imagine the owner ditched the seat cushion to sit a little lower in this already low slung roadster.

The exterior is interesting as the car almost appears as a project built many decades ago minus the finish of the body work. I cannot tell if this car is clear coated, or if it has been wiped down with some sort of oil. There is a mild shine to the car the reveals a minor dent in the passenger side front fender. The rear fenders have been widened and follow the body line and form rather well. There are vents in the front edge of the rear fenders but the rest of the body appears stock. The seller mentions that the previous owner stated that the car was built by an experienced hot rod builder. There is no indication as to what sort of suspension is fitted to the rear, but you can bet that its either a Ford or Chevy straight axle. All in all a very cool car with a unique look, this Healey would certainly be a fun ride. Are you a fan of this V8 Healey?