V8 Swap Classic: 1955 Austin-Healey 100 Heads to Auction

The tradition of dropping an American V8 into a British sports car is one of the most celebrated chapters in automotive history. It gave us legends like the Shelby Cobra and the Sunbeam Tiger, machines whose performance shocked the world and made them more desirable today than they were when new. Now a 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is carrying that torch, appearing for sale through Barn Finds with a V8 sitting where a four-cylinder once lived.

What makes this build notable is the Austin-Healey 100 itself, a lightweight roadster celebrated for its sharp handling and simple, open-top charm. Fitting a V8 into that same chassis transforms the character of the car entirely, trading modest output for serious muscle.

Full details on the engine, condition, and asking price are available through the seller’s listing. Enthusiasts who appreciate the V8-in-a-British-roadster formula will want to take a closer look at how this one was put together.