1953 Nash-Healey Roadster by Pinin Farina

This gorgeous 1953 Nash Healey Roadster by Pinin Farina is a sought-after and collectible automobile. A highly attractive example continuing to benefit from an older restoration, it is exceedingly rare as 1 of just 153 built for the 1953 model year. In addition to its sleek styling and wonderful presence, this 1953 Nash-Healey roadster is stated by the highly knowledgeable seller to be in fine order, starting on command and running and driving wonderfully.

Finished in the striking color combination of white over red leather, this Nash-Healey features a straight body with good door and panel fit. Complete with its detachable side windows (in pouch), a black soft-top, and a tonneau cover, the car features very nice paint, chrome and brightwork, and an exceptionally nice interior, judging by the pictures. Chrome wire wheels mounting period style whitewall tires complete the look of this lovely roadster.

Trimmed in gorgeous red leather upholstery with matching carpets, the sporting cockpit of this compelling 1953 Nash-Healey roadster provides a wonderful contrast to the white paint finish. Other highlights include a banjo-style steering wheel, large speedometer and tachometer dials, and a pushbutton AM radio.

Rated at a robust 140-horsepower, the dual-carbureted, overhead-valve “Le Mans Dual Jetfire” inline six-cylinder engine is presented in highly correct, factory appearance overall, accented by a chrome rocker cover and factory-type identification sticker, while a modern battery provides heightened reliability. The surrounding engine compartment is presented in similarly fine and correct order and appearance.

This classic Nash-Healey has reportedly undergone a meticulous ground-up restoration some time ago, complete with the installation of authentic equipment, accessories, and trim. According to previous auction catalogues, the car was formerly housed in the esteemed Skip Barber collection, having been subsequently sold by Mr. Barber himself towards the end of the 1990s and eventually exported to Europe. There, it found a devoted German owner who utilized the Healey for both touring and rallying purposes. In 2008, the vehicle made its way back to the United States, still impeccably preserved and in excellent working order, where it was offered for sale by Gooding & Co in August of 2008 at their Pebble Beach auction. It was then offered for sale again in January of '09 at Russo & Steele, Scottsdale. In addition to its identification tags, this Nash-Healey also features its corresponding serial number stampings. Accompanying items include side windows, a black convertible top, and tonneau cover. This car now comes to market with a clean New York title in the selling dealer's name.

The Nash-Healey marks a watershed in sports car history as the inspired product of a three-nation effort. Methodically restyled and progressively re-engineered over just four production years, the Nash-Healey is a beautifully fashioned classic sports car with a highly respected driving experience and a true international racing pedigree. With plentiful overhead-valve Nash power and torque delivery, they are far more than mere design and styling statements. Handsomely presented throughout and exceedingly rare, this highly desirable “Second Series” example is ready to be driven, enjoyed, and shown by its next loving caretaker.