1965 Austin Healey Sprite MK III Manual
NSW • Private
32
Odometer38,362km
Body typeConvertible
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Comments from the seller
It’s an original 1965, Australian assembled, Mark III Sprite in original Champion Red with knock-on wire wheels and 1098 cc engine. Modification is limited to the chrome rollover protection bar and Ram-Flo air filters. The spare wheel is an original matching wire wheel.
This car presents and drives well. Since buying it in 2024 (for $20K) its 92-year-old owner has driven it regularly on full NSW registration (with required annual inspection). Registered to April 2027.
The soft top is ‘like new’ but not fitted for ease of access. A tonneau cover is used for everyday pootling about the Far North Coast of NSW.
Its history and true mileage is not known. Ongoing care and repair is evident: the new soft top and condition of the carpets and seats (originally protected by sheepskin covers) show this. No rust is apparent or noted by roadworthy inspectors. Since 2024 some trim items (e.g. headlight surrounds, rear lights, fuel cap etc) were replaced. The tachometer was also fixed and new front bearings and king pins fitted. Purchase includes a Hayne’s repair guide, Sprite buyer’s guide, copy of the Sprite Driver's Handbook and a new indicator cluster.
It’s a good car, but some minor work would improve its presentation and driveability. That is for someone younger with tools and internet/parts access. Price reduced but still negotiable.
Car details
øVehicle description
MK III Roadster 2dr Man 4sp 1100
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Red
Interior colour
Black
Body type
Convertible, 2 doors, 2 seats
Transmission
4 speed Manual
Engine
4 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 1100L
Cost of finance
Registration plate
Check with seller
Registration expiry
6 months/April 2027
Build date
October 1965
Compliance date
November 1965
Cost to transportSponsored
Roadworthy certificate
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-20589880
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
1098cc
Engine Size (L)
1.1L
Induction
Aspirated
Cylinders
4
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
4
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Delivery
Carburettor Single
Method of Delivery
Mechanical
Other
Country of Origin
UNITED KINGDOM
Launch Year
1965
Launch Month
5
Generation Name
1962-08
Series
(No Series)
Badge
MK III
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
2
Body Style
Convertible
Probationary plate status +
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
New South Wales
Check with relevant authority
Victoria
Referred
Queensland
Referred
South Australia
Referred
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