Want to Sell Your Austin Healey?
Everything You Should Know!
Raise your hand if you love Austin Healey! There are basically two models, the 100 and 3000 series.
The elongated hood, the compact design, and the convertible option. What’s not to love? And they don’t just look good — they also provide a smooth ride.
The manufacturer (obviously) no longer produces these vehicles, so you can likely get some serious cash for your AH car.
Currently have an Austin Healey for sale? If so, read on to discover everything you need to know about selling your Healey.
History of the Healeys!
Old British sports cars are beauties, and Austin Healeys are no exception. The company had humble beginnings in 1952, when two businesses joined forces.
The British Motor Corporation’s (BMG’s) Austin division and the Donald Healey Motor Company are the masters behind the AH brand. This vehicle manufacturer and automotive design firm (respectively) then went on to experience twenty successful years making Austin Healey cars for enthusiastic collectors.
The two groups’ 20-year-long partnership came to an end in 1972. At this point, they stopped producing all cars. However, despite the brand’s relatively short-lived nature, it left a lasting impact on classic car aficionados.
During this 20-year period, the brand focused on three models. All three models have distinguishing features that make them appealing to buyers:
Austin Healey 100-4
The Austin Healey 100-4 was the brand’s first vehicle. The company produced it from 1952 to 1956, and it was a great success in both Britain and the U.S. Donald Healey originally released the Austin Healey 100-4 to raise his company’s production value. The Austin Healey 100-4 was an affordable model but still provided sports car fans with a luxurious vehicle to ride around in and collect.
Fun fact: The “100” in the Austin Healey 100-4’s name came from the fact that the car could reach 100 mph.
Austin Healey 100-6
The Austin Healey 100-6 was the 100-4’s replacement. It first hit the market in 1956 and wowed car aficionados with its various upgrades. A few factors that set the Austin Healey 100-6 apart were:
- It was built on a longer wheelbase
- More room in the cabin for passengers
- The option for 2+2 seating
- An extra air intake on the car’s hood
- A fixed-position windshield
Austin Healey 3000
The Austin Healey 3000, named for its 3000cc engine, became available in 1959. The company produced this model until 1967. Overall, the Austin Healey 3000 had a much more luxurious vibe. It had:
- Wind-up windows
- A new exhaust
- Servo-assisted brakes
- 2+2 and two-seater models
Some people believe that they’ll only get a good deal on a fully restored Austin Healey. However, this misconception couldn’t be further from the truth.
Some buyers like to purchase project cars — i.e., the ones that are half-done and still need some serious work. Project cars give the buyer more creative freedom to create the vehicle they’ve always dreamed of.
Whether your AH vehicle is in mint condition or has been rusting away for several years, My Team and I Purchase Healey’s In Any Condition!
Selling your AH vehicle is a very personal choice. While I can’t decide to sell it for you, I can present some questions for you to consider:
Do You Plan on Passing It Down?
An AH vehicle can be a great inheritable item to pass down to your children or grandchildren. Or, you can give it as a gift to someone in your life who has a deeper appreciation of it. But if no one in your family has a strong passion for Austin Healeys, you can profit off of your vehicle when you sell it to a classic ca buyer like me.
Does Your Car Present a Financial Burden?
Your Austin Healey isn’t worth keeping if it constantly sucks money from your wallet. It can get expensive to pay for its gas, insurance, storage space, and repairs, especially if you own other vehicles. Considering financial factors will help you determine if your Austin Healey is worth hanging onto.
Do You Enjoy Your Car?
Some people are enamored with their AH vehicles. They admire their cars’ beautiful bodies as they take the trash out or get the mail and can never seem to get enough of their vehicles.
Others have very different feelings. They may view their cars as simple objects that take up space in the garage. If you start viewing your AH car as a piece of junk that collects dust rather than a prized possession, it may be time to part ways with it.
If you’re unsure whether your Austin Healey is worth keeping, give me a call, and we can discuss a possible sale.
1. Assemble Your Paperwork Paperwork won’t be the most exciting part of selling your car, but you must prioritize it. So here are some documents you should gather:
- Your car’s title
- Any outstanding debt on the car
- Vehicle history
2. Curb Appeal Now, you don’t have to give your Austin Healey for sale a whole new paint job or cover up its scratches and dents. But if can vacuum the interior, clear out any junk, and put a nice air freshener inside, your vehicle will look much more attractive to any potential buyers.
3. Listen to the Experts If you have an Austin Healey for sale, you’ll want to present it to a classic car expert like me, Alex Manos. I will obtain all relevant details on your vehicle and offer a fair price that you’ll be hard-pressed to find elsewhere.
“I would recommend Alex Manos to anyone wanting to sell a used sports car. My car had not been running for over 5 years since my health deteriorated. My wife talked to him on the phone and her first comment to me was “he answered the phone himself!” The process was painless and fair. His staff handled all arrangements immediately and always answered my questions. I would recommend Alex to anyone with a sports car to sell. Thank You Alex!”
“Alex and his team did a very nice job negotiating, buying, paying, and coordinating transport for my Austin Healey. The whole process was seamless and painless. I had the car 30 years and did most of the restoration work myself and was looking for someone who would give it a good new home and life. I highly recommend Alex and his team. I will recommend them to everyone in the car club here.”
“Alex and his team did exactly what he said he was going to do. It certainly was a handshake deal. If you remember back in the day when a deal was a deal this is the place! Have fun at the 1960 Austin Healey bugeye Alex.-Chuck from MI”
“It was so easy I sent them a email with pictures and with in 10 minutes I got a phone call from Alex he asked me a few things about the car and we settled on a price everything was very easy from the paperwork to someone picking up the car!”
“Very professional and excellent customer service.
After owning car for over fifty years a difficult decision was made easier to sell by the good service”
“Alex Manos and his team provided professional, timely and courteous service during the selling process of my Austin Healey. They were very prompt in their return calls and emails. A very positive experience.”
“Very nice experience selling my 66 Healey to Alex Manos. I filled up information about my Healey at his web site and uploaded some pictures.. After a couple of Hrs. Alex called me and made an offer based on the pictures and my word about the condition of the car, we haggled a bit and agreed on an acceptable price. I needed to sell my babe this time, and when I am ready to buy another classic, I will go see Alex !! Thank you Alex..!”
“From the day I first talked to Alex on the phone I felt comfortable. Process went extremely fast as their instructions are short and sweet. Car transportation went very smooth. All that and I also received a fair price for my car.”
There are many places online to sell your classic Austin Healey, but not all of them are ideal.
For example, some car collectors turn to sites like Craigslist or eBay to sell their vehicles. Or, they’ll try to complete an online deal with their local dealer. These methods are appealing to many buyers who believe that local transactions are their only option.
However, selling online and limiting your search results to local buyers will only hurt you in the long run. Anyone can hop on Craigslist or eBay and purchase your beloved vehicle without understanding the true Austin Healey value.
Also, a local dealer or auction site will have limited knowledge of your AH vehicle. Think about it — these businesses handle hundreds of cars a day. How could they know the legitimate Austin Healey value of your model?
When selling your classic AH online, you shouldn’t trust a person or business that doesn’t specialize in classic cars. Instead, your best bet for making a fair sale will be with me, Alex Manos. I have years of experience appraising and purchasing classic British cars. I’ll always provide you with an honorable deal, as I understand the true value these beautiful vehicles possess.
The best part? I’ll buy from you no matter where you live in the U.S. I’ve purchased vehicles from customers in California, Maryland, and everywhere in between. My team and I are on the hunt for any Austin Healey in the nation, so don’t be shy about getting in touch.
Do you believe you’re located in a location that’s too remote? Or, are you under the impression that you own an Austin Healey for sale that’s too worn down? Then I encourage you to call anyway. You’ll be surprised at what you can get for your vehicle!
