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The Austin-Healey Silverstone was produced from 1949 through 1950, during that time, 105 examples were produced. These hand built, two-seater, machines were designed to be light, quick, and agile. The vehicle featured a twin high-camshaft Riley 2.5-litre engine, capable of producing 104 horsepower.
Riley transmission and rear axle also accompanied the 'sporty' little British vehicle.
The spare tire was mounted horizontally in the rear of the vehicle. It served a duel purpose; it was the bumper for the vehicle. The front of the vehicle was void of a bumper.
The Silverstone's were a two-seater with little luggage space. Since they were hand-built, they were expensive. This made the vehicle suitable for only one purpose: motor-sports. The vehicle weight 2,050 pounds thanks to its aluminum body. The chassis was a simple, box-section, design featuring an independent front suspension and beam-axle in the rear. The Silverstone could achieve a top speed of around 105 miles-per-hour.
Due to their limited production these vehicles are very rare and desirable.
Riley transmission and rear axle also accompanied the 'sporty' little British vehicle.
The spare tire was mounted horizontally in the rear of the vehicle. It served a duel purpose; it was the bumper for the vehicle. The front of the vehicle was void of a bumper.
The Silverstone's were a two-seater with little luggage space. Since they were hand-built, they were expensive. This made the vehicle suitable for only one purpose: motor-sports. The vehicle weight 2,050 pounds thanks to its aluminum body. The chassis was a simple, box-section, design featuring an independent front suspension and beam-axle in the rear. The Silverstone could achieve a top speed of around 105 miles-per-hour.
Due to their limited production these vehicles are very rare and desirable.
1949 Austin-Healey Silverstone |
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| Year | 1949 |
| Make | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Silverstone |
| Engine Location | Front |
| Drive Type | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series | 1949 - 1950 |
| Weight | 2050 lbs | 929.9 kg |
| Combined MPG | 0.00 |
| Performance | |
| Top Speed | 183 km/h | 113.7 mph Similar top speeds |
| Engine | |
| Engine Configuration | S |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Engine | Riley |
| Aspiration/Induction | Normal |
| Displacement | 2443.00 cc | 149.1 cu in. | 2.4 L. |
| Valves | 8 valves. 2 valves per cylinder. |
| Valvetrain | OHV |
| Horsepower | 105.00 BHP (77.3 KW) @ 4500.00 RPM |
| Torque | 132.00 Ft-Lbs (179 NM) @ 3000.00 RPM |
| HP to Weight Ratio | 19.5 LB / HP (Vehicles with similar ratio) |
| HP / Liter | 43.8 BHP / Liter |
| Compression Ratio | 6.90:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Petrol |
| Fuel Feed | Carburetor |
| 2 SU carburetors | |
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| Gears | 4 |
| Transmission | Manual |
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