Something Different: 1969 Austin America
The Austin America was sold in the U.S. as a slightly awkward export of Britain’s small-car ingenuity, essentially a Mini stretched and softened for American tastes. It kept the transverse engine, front-wheel-drive layout, and compact footprint, but added just enough size and comfort to make it feel like a proper sedan rather than a bare-bones city car. Find this 1969 Austin America offered for $4,500 in Dacula, GA via facetin marketbook. Tip from Matt C.
From the seller:
1969 Austin America coupe
$4,500
Listed 5 days ago in Dacula, GA
About this vehicle
Driven 40,000 miles
Manual transmission
Exterior color: Burgundy · Interior color: Burgundy
Fuel type: Gasoline
Seller’s description
Has new built engine it needs some work but solid put new master cylinder and the rubber brake lines but can’t get brakes bleed good
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We had the MG1100 when I was a kid. Basically the same thing with the Hydrolastic liquid suspension system designed by Alex Moulton. The ride and handling were really great compared to the Ford Fairlane station wagon that it shared a carport with.