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Fuel injected 5-Speed Austin Healey 1959 Sprite for sale (Bugeye)

April 3, 2026 by bugeyeguy

Cirrus is a very exciting Bugeye that we are thrilled to have back for sale! This 948 fuel-injected marvel has been in the loving care of one of our local clients here in Connecticut, who has entrusted us with maintenance and upkeep since we sold him the car in July of 2023, and who also had us make several improvements on his behalf upon him purchasing the car, including adding a custom tonneau, new front heavy duty lever shocks, a sway bar kit, USB charging port, LED headlights, and more! Take a look at the listing below, check out the driving video shot in 2023, and give us a call if you’d like to take Cirrus home!

One of the best parts of my job is that we get to see quite a range of old cars in all configurations and conditions. This is one that we have certainly never seen before but it’s really an interesting expression of how to power your Bugeye.

“Cirrus” (AN5L 25831) is a 948-powered car that has been supercharged and fuel injected with late model Mini Cooper components mated to it. There’s a beautiful high-performance exhaust with an oxygen sensor (also known as a lambda sensor for our English readers) for the fuel injection and a nicely engineered high-pressure pump and return line to feed the injection. No SU carbs, just modern Mini parts to computer manage fuel and ignition, for optimal and reliable fuel and spark. This is by far the fastest 948 Bugeye I have ever driven, quicker than a stock 1275.

The guy that built this up was really skilled, and it shows throughout. Cirrus is nicely configured; an aluminum radiator and extra cooling fan, plus a Datsun five speed transmission, so there’s a lot of expensive and wonderful componentry thrown at this car, and it’s a delight to drive. For example, the builder rigged a nice flip forward nose kit with a spring-loaded internal hood release (you can see the release lever under the H knob). The flip forward feature is great for access and the latch is nice for a clean nose with no straps!

*Cirrus now has a billet horn push to better brighten up the engine bay, pictures to come!*

Tires are 185/70 for lots of grip. This has been a fair weather car and the roll bars prevent a top from fitting, but we can fit a new tonneau that will keep the cockpit quiet weather-tight. The car is super quick, and the supercharger has a delightful whine that intensifies and the boost builds. This car comes on at about 3200 RPMs and starts to really scream!

This is a great car for anyone who wants the tech that goes with fuel injection, coupled with a very quick five speed car! A whole lot of cool stuff is packed into this car!

If you’re interested, feel free to give us a call and we can tell you more. It’s a solid one-of-a-kind Bugeye, and it works really well.

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Sharp, solid and quick! 1970 supercharged five-speed MGB GT for sale!

April 3, 2026 by bugeyeguy

Offered at $34,995

This is a striking 1970 MGBGT with great upgrades, including an Eaton supercharger (with new SU carb), header, new stainless exhaust, Miata 5 Speed transmission conversion, sharp knock-off minilite wheels, aluminum radiator, K & N lifetime air filter, electronic ignition in a new distributor, GPS speedo, new steering wheel and more. We added all these mods to this strong car for the current owner who has asked us to sell it for him. He put about 2000 miles on the car and he is reluctantly ready for the car to move to a new home.

This is a good one, it’s quite hard to find a solid GT with no rust like this one. Glass is good, fit is good, interior is great, save one small crack in the dashboard. Turns 3200 RPMs at 70 mph in 5th, making this a really nice all day cruiser that also lights up turns nicely too. Quite user-friendly, solid, stiff, weatherproof with hatchback convenience. This is a very lovable and special MG!

Check out the video below-It should give you a good feel of how the five speed and supercharger enhance the driving experience!

To build one like this would cost a lot more than the asking price! Don’t miss your chance to own this stunning example of pure British fun!

Click “read more” for the full photo gallery and give us a call if this car speaks to you!

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“Sterling,” 1964 mod-Midget, five speed, disc brakes, leather interior, new wheels and tires, for sale! Fully-sorted!

April 3, 2026 by bugeyeguy

Sterling is available again, for $27,995.

We just got through putting a ton of work into this spectacular machine to make it even better, including installing three point retractable seat belts, new premium front lever shocks, a front sway bar kit, fresh battery, a complete rebuild of the rear suspension and axle including a freshly rebuilt 3.9 differential, new leaf spring bushings, fresh rear wheel cylinders and axle seals, and more! New custom exhaust header to allow the upgraded Datsun engine to breathe its best! This is a head- turning Spridget!

The buyer of this car is looking for a stunning Spridget re-interpretation with all the best upgrades. That buyer wants a turnkey car, with all the work and service already done. Fly-in, drive home. We have sorted-out anything needing attention so that you get to enjoy from day one! No need to buy it and wait for it to be fixed or rebuilt!

This is a superb Spridget that has been appropriately modded with really cool upgrades. “Sterling” is a 1964 Midget, dressed-up with a custom leather interior, Stayfast top and tonneau, new wire wheels and Michelin XAS tires, Datsun 1300 engine, Datsun fully synchronized five-speed transmission and more! Paint work is excellent. Color is stunning. This is an excellent restoration.

This Datsun engine (which is about the same size as a 1275 A series engine) is superior because of the lighter and better aluminum head and five main bearing crankshaft, far stronger than the three main bearing crankshaft you’d find in a 1275 Spridget. Because this car is built in a non-stock color with non-stock leather seats and other upgrades, that Datsun engine is a nice upgrade on a car where conforming to originality is no longer important. It’s a powerful car and a great build. Plus that Datsun engine should be much more durable then the British counterpart. And the performance was also upgraded during a recent engine rebuild.

If you want a roll-up window sportscar that is unique and gorgeous, this is worth serious consideration! Check out the driving video below, up to 75 MPH!

More pix to come! Click “read more” below for a sneak peak at the gallery!

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Give me the wheel!

April 3, 2026 by bugeyeguy

I was removing a Bugeye Steering wheel today to center the wheel when the entire steering shaft pulled off the steering box. No problem since I was sitting in the shop, but this is an important reminder to check the little bolt I have circled in photo below. It’s on our pre-departure check list for every car we sell, and it should be on your check list if you have never checked yours.

The circled clamp pinches the steering column on the steering box. The bolt squeezing the clamp is supposed to nest in the groove of the splined steering box, shown just above the red circle in the photo.

In this particular case, it “looked” like the pinch bolt was properly installed, but the bolt was too small a diameter and incorrect. Thus it pulled right out of the groove and allowed the shaft come off the box, which would be bad if it happened while you were driving. Hence this reminder to make sure your steering column is secure!

Above, you can see the steering wheel pulled away from the steering wheel hub, since the column has pulled off the steering box.

Below, you can see the incorrect coarse thread machine screw, formerly in this steering shaft. Now, it has been replaced with the correct diameter bolt, and the shaft is secure.

Please take a look at yours next time you open the bonnet!

Don’t do this to your Bugeye Sprite!

March 27, 2026 by bugeyeguy

Through the years, we have seen some really messed-up steering columns and threads. People seem to have trouble with the steering wheel nuts and the threads on the shaft. In the photo below, you can see the ultimate expression of resignation… just throw a few hose clamps at it!

This week, we are proud to introduce the correct die so you can chase or rethread your column to save it, since columns are not available new. This die is a handy thing to have in your tool box. Click on the photo below to order one!

*Click the photo above to order your very own steering wheel threading die!*

And below are some other common needs for many Spridgets that cross our garage threshold. The felt bushings will help keep the column secure. The horn brush is often missing or too long to keep your horn push in place. Horn bezels are often missing or cracked.

Let us help you get it right! Click here for our complete parts catalog!

*Steering wheel nut & star washer (Sprite MkI/II & Midget MkI)*

*Horn dash cone (Sprite MkI/MkII & Midget MkI)*

*Felt steering column bushing kit (thru ’67)*

*Improved Horn Brush for Stock Wheel (Sprite MkI/II-Midget MkI)*

Go Iris!

March 27, 2026 by bugeyeguy

Available for $28,995

This 1960 Bugeye Sprite (AN5L 20328) is called “Iris.” She has been living for the past 13 years in the Monterey and Palm Desert California, which is where we sent it with 26,489 miles in 2013. This is a 948 powered car with the correct 948 engine and an upgraded rib case transmission (in excellent shape).

The odometer now reads 28,037 so the car traveled only about 1500 miles in those 13 years. When it was here in 2013, we added electronic ignition, front disk brakes with a power booster, three point seat belts, new white wall radials (now outdated but with only 1500 miles) LED lights, new steering column bushings and a top and side curtain storage pouch. More importantly, we went through every inch of the car to prepare it for that owner. So we have a great car that now needs only a little maintenance before we send it to a new home.

In my drive video below, I call out the front shocks need to be replaced. New rebuilt units will come installed as part of the sale of this car. The carb float bowls also need some service, which we will also do for the new owner as part of this sale.

For the new owner, tires would be nice, to start with fresh rubber and the improved ride quality one gets with new supple rubber. And you might want a fresh new battery. Other than those items, this car is pretty much ready to go. This is a very sharp and solid car.

Click “read more” below for all of the photos, and call if you are interested!

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