1952 Nash-Healey Roadster (by Pinin Farina)
Born from a chance meeting aboard the Queen Elizabeth ocean liner, the 1952 Nash-Healey Roadster represents a notable international collaboration. The car received a complete redesign by Italian designer Battista “Pinin” Farina, who incorporated a curved windshield, distinct fender lines, and small tailfins to align with Nash’s overall styling. The powerful 3,848 cc six-cylinder engine delivered 125 bhp through a three-speed manual transmission with overdrive.
Its chassis featured Healey trailing link front suspension with coil springs and anti-roll bar, while the rear used a rigid axle with coil springs. The car achieved racing success, winning its class (3001-5000cc) at Le Mans in 1952 and placing third overall. With construction split across three countries and a steep price of $5,858, only 150 Pinin Farina-bodied roadsters were built before production ceased in 1954.
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