1959 Austin-Healey Speedwell GT Sprite 1959 Austin-Healey Speedwell GT Sprite 1959 Austin-Healey Speedwell GT Sprite 1959 Austin-Healey Speedwell GT Sprite
1959 Austin-Healey Speedwell GT Sprite 1959 Austin-Healey Speedwell GT Sprite 1959 Austin-Healey Speedwell GT Sprite 1959 Austin-Healey Speedwell GT Sprite
1959 Austin-Healey Speedwell GT Sprite 1959 Austin-Healey Speedwell GT Sprite 1959 Austin-Healey Speedwell GT Sprite 1959 Austin-Healey Speedwell GT Sprite
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The Speedwell GT was a special bodied Sprite created with the help of John Sprinzel. The Sprite had proven to be a formidable contender at endurance racing in events such as Sebring. The body was aerodynamic, featuring a curvy body and curved windshield. Many of its body components were comprised of lightweight aluminum, such as the wings and coupe top.

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1959 Austin-Healey Speedwell GT Sprite

Year1959
MakeAustin-Healey
ModelSpeedwell GT Sprite
Body StyleCoupe
Engine LocationFront
Drive TypeRear Wheel
Combined MPG0.00

Engine  
Engine ConfigurationS
Cylinders4
EngineCast-
Aspiration/InductionNormal
Displacement58.00 CU IN. | 950.6 cc. | 1 L.
ValvetrainOHV
Main Bearings3
Engine Electronics12-volt
Fuel FeedCarburetor
2 SU H1 carburetors
BlockCast-iron
HeadCast-iron

Standard Transmission
Gears4
TransmissionManual
Final Drive4.22:1


 
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Historics at BeaveRun
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Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Official Website
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