The Austin Healey is an iconic British sports car that was manufactured from 1953 to 1967. It was designed by Donald Healey and built by Austin-Healey Motor Company, a joint venture between Austin and Healey. The most popular model was the "Big Healey" which featured a 2.6 liter, 6-cylinder engine and a top speed of 120 mph. This car was known for its good performance and excellent handling. It's also been a popular classic car for collectors and enthusiasts. The first Austin Healey, the "Frogeye," was designed in 1952 and introduced in 1954. It had a 2-liter, 4-cylinder engine and a top speed of 94 mph. The "Frogeye" was released in two versions, the Sprite and the Austin-Healey 100. In 1956, the Austin-Healey 100-6 was released, which was the first "Big Healey." It had a larger 2.6-liter, 6-cylinder engine and a top speed of 120 mph. The Mark II and Mark III model were introduced in 1958 and 1961, respectively. They featured improved styling, more power, and better suspension. In 1962, the Austin-Healey 3000 was released, which was a more powerful version of the "Big Healey." It featured a 3-liter, 6-cylinder engine and a top speed of 130 mph. The Austin-Healey 3000 was the last model to be produced in 1967. Since then, Austin-Healey has become a famous name in classic cars. Austin Healeys are still popular among classic car enthusiasts and have been featured in many movies and television shows.
