Austin-Healey Sprite (1958-1979): books - history

Original Sprite and Midget - The Restorer's Guide to All Austin-Healey and MG Models, 1958-79

This book serves as a restorer's guide to the Sprite and Midget, covering their evolution from the 'Frogeye' Sprite Mk I to the rubber-bumpered 1500 Midget, produced between 1958 and 1979. It details the changes in fourteen distinct versions, two body styles, four engine sizes, and various export specifications.

Using factory production records, parts lists, and catalogues, along with the author's expertise, this book provides a comprehensive overview of these models. It features over 225 specially commissioned color photographs, illustrating the many variations in detail.
The cars selected for photography are of exceptional originality and quality, with two having covered fewer than 1.000 miles since new.
This book is an essential reference for owners, restorers, buyers, and enthusiasts.

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Austin Healey Sprite - The Complete Story

In May 1958, one of the world's largest car manufacturers introduced a small two-seater that quickly gained popularity. Despite its modest size, the Austin-Healey Sprite became well-regarded among driving enthusiasts and achieved notable success in motorsport. Affordable and practical, it made sports car ownership accessible to many, ensuring its commercial success.

This book, featuring over 250 photographs, covers:
- The origins of the Sprite, tracing its lineage from the Austin Seven and pre-war MG Midget to Donald Healey's Riley- and Nash-powered models, as well as the Austin A30, A90 Atlantic, and Healey Hundred.
- Its development, launch, and market reception, along with the evolution from Mk I to Mk IV, including the distinctive Frogeye and redesigned ADO 41.
- The Sprite's role in rallies, racing, and record-breaking, as well as modifications, special-bodied versions, replicas, and guidance on buying and restoring a Sprite today.

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MG Midget & Austin-Healey Sprite - All models (1958-1979) - Essential Buyer's Guide

Looking for a good MG Midget or Austin-Healey Sprite? This Essential Buyer's Guide, written by a brand expert, is full of practical advice for buying a Midget or Sprite.

Years of Manufacture: 1958-1979.

This Essential Buyer's Guide for the MG Midget and Austin-Healey Sprite helps you find the right car at the right price and answers the following questions:
- Walk away or stay? First evaluation of a Midget or Sprite.
- What is the right price? Valuation with a unique scoring system.
- How to check authenticity?
- Which models are most suitable?
- What are common faults?
- What are the possibilities and impact of restoration?
- What are the maintenance costs?

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Austin-Healey Sprite Mark 1 - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio book about the Austin-Healey Sprite Mark 1 models from the years 1958-1961. Describes the Sprite Mark 1 Frogeye, Supercharged, Speedwell, Downton, Alexander, Warwick, Sebring and Gaston.

• The articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
• Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.
• Offers also advice for the purchase of a pre-owned Austin-Healey Sprite.

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Sprite and Midget - Past and Present

Written by a specialist in Midgets and Sprites, this book examines the original factory specifications of these cars and compares them with today's examples and their derivatives.
It traces their evolution from the mid-1950s to the present, covering models such as the Austin-Healey Sprite Mk I to Mk IV and the MG Midget Mk I to Mk III, including the 1500 MG Midget.

The book also provides valuable guidance for current owners and prospective buyers, offering insights into purchasing, ownership, clubs, and support networks.
Authored by a well-known expert, this book is both informative and engaging, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of these classic British sports cars.

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