Nash Nash-Healey
The Nash-Healey is a rare sports car born from an Anglo-American-Italian partnership, making it one of the first post-war American sports cars. Its hand-built Pinin Farina body and low production numbers ensure its status as a significant and valuable collector vehicle.
Find one with Spotter →Typical sold price of a Nash Nash-Healey ranges from $11,034 to $144,300, based on 101 sales tracked on Hypercars. 10 currently for sale.
The Nash-Healey was a unique international collaboration. The project began after a chance meeting between Nash-Kelvinator CEO George Mason and British sports car builder Donald Healey. Early cars featured English bodies by Panelcraft, but from 1952, design and construction moved to Pinin Farina in Italy. Power came from a Nash Ambassador inline-6, making it a true blend of American power and European craftsmanship.
Collectors are drawn to the Nash-Healey for its rarity, beautiful design, and historical significance as one of America's first post-war sports cars. With only 506 cars built between 1951 and 1954, they are seldom seen. The car also boasts a Le Mans racing pedigree, with a 3rd place overall finish in 1952, adding to its credibility and appeal for enthusiasts who value competition history.
The market for Nash-Healeys is thin but strong for good examples. The wide price range reflects the vast difference between project cars and restored, concours-quality vehicles. Given their hand-built nature, originality and completeness are the primary value drivers, as unique trim and body panels are extremely difficult to source.
Buying Tips
- Inspect the steel body and chassis carefully for rust, as this is the biggest issue. Check panel gaps, which can be inconsistent even from the factory.
- Verify the originality of the Nash inline-6 engine. While durable, many were swapped over the years, and a numbers-matching car is more valuable.
- Prioritize completeness. Small trim pieces, badges, and interior fittings are exceptionally rare and can be very expensive to find or reproduce.
- Research the car's history and provenance. Documentation confirming its origins or any period racing activity significantly increases its value.
Based on recent sales, prices range from $1,000 for projects to $93,500 for top-tier examples.
101 Nash Nash-Healey vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 10 currently live. Sold prices range from $632 to $457,378.
Data sourced from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, eBay Motors, PCarMarket, and Collecting Cars. Updated daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Nash Nash-Healey cost?
Based on 101 sales tracked on Hypercars, Nash Nash-Healey prices typically range from $11,034 to $144,300. There are 10 currently for sale.
How many Nash Nash-Healey listings are for sale right now?
There are 10 Nash Nash-Healey listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.