The BN1 Austin Healey (1953–1955) used a 3-speed gearbox, making its gear lever knob unique compared with later Healeys. This reproduction black gear knob is moulded to the correct spherical profile and finished with the proper 3-speed shift pattern, including reverse. It restores the authentic interior detail while ensuring clear reference when driving.
Designed exclusively for the Austin Healey BN1 (1953–1955) fitted with the 3-speed gearbox. Not suitable for later BN2–BJ8 4-speed gearboxes.
Period BN1 knobs were black with a white 3-speed shift diagram. This reproduction follows the same layout. Because the BN1’s shift pattern differs from the later 4-speed cars, a BN2–BJ8 knob is not correct for BN1 applications.
For a complete and tidy installation, pair this knob with the BN1 Rubber Gear Lever Gaiter, which seals the gearbox tunnel and prevents fumes, dirt, and water ingress into the cabin.
No, this knob is designed for the BN1 3-speed gearbox only. Later Healeys used a different knob and shift pattern.
The shift diagram is inlaid in white for a durable, long-lasting finish, avoiding wear common with surface printing.
All BN1 models (1953–1955) were built with the 3-speed gearbox. From BN2 onwards, the Healey range switched to a 4-speed layout.
