1956 Austin-Healey 100M

Few classics ignite the soul like the 1956 Austin-Healey 100M, and this particular car is a shining example of what makes these factory-built Le Mans competition roadsters so desirable. One of only 640 genuine 100Ms ever produced at the factory—not a dealer-upgraded Le Mans kit—this left-hand-drive model is fully documented with a BMIHT Certificate and registry authentication. From its matching-numbers engine to its concours-level restoration, this car is the real deal, steeped in racing heritage and expert craftsmanship.

Completed on May 11, 1956, this 100M was born to perform. Built for American export and finished in its original color combination of Black with Reno Red sides, it was first delivered to Arthur Bruggermann and Company GmbH in Dusseldorf, West Germany. Unique factory features include a laminated windscreen, louvered bonnet with leather strap, wire wheels, a heater, and a speedometer in MPH—true hallmarks of a Le Mans-spec Austin-Healey. Powering this rare beauty is its original 2,660cc inline-4 engine with dual SU carburetors, paired to a 4-speed manual gearbox with overdrive. Factory 100M upgrades pushed output to 110 bhp at 4,500 RPM, thanks to a high-lift camshaft, larger carburetors, high-compression pistons, a cold-air box, special distributor, and a free-flow intake manifold.

In period, this performance exceeded even the later 6-cylinder Healeys—making the 100M both rare and impressively capable. This car recently received a comprehensive, no-expense-spared, frame-off restoration by renowned Austin-Healey experts Tom and Randee Rocke of Healey Lane in Riverside, California. The result is a show-stopping roadster that retains its authenticity while benefiting from thoughtful enhancements: jet-coated exhaust and brake drums, new 48-spoke chrome wire wheels wrapped in radial tires, brand-new wiring and electrical components, and a high-quality two-stage PPG paint finish. The interior is just as stunning, featuring a new red and black leather cabin with color-matched carpeting, a new black convertible top, and freshly rebuilt and refaced gauges.

It’s a harmonious blend of original charm and modern refinement—ready for vintage rallies, concours events, or Sunday drives that turn into conversations. If you’re looking for a blue-chip collectible with provenance, pedigree, and performance, this factory 1956 Austin-Healey 100M delivers on all fronts. It’s more than a classic—it’s a motorsport legacy you can own. Monza Sportscars 6807 Portwest Drive Houston, TX 77024 (713) 424-6650