Product Description
1958-1971 Austin Healey Sprite, Driver & Passenger Seat Belt Kit 3 Point Retractable Lap & Shoulder Seat Belt Kit
Seatbeltplanet.com's™ 3 Point Retractable End Release Seat Belt for Sprite
- Easy to install seat belt replacement kit for driver or passenger seat
- Meets Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standards 209 & 302
- Our seat belts are sold individually for one person only
- Proper mounting hardware included
- Our floor anchor points have a 0.510" hole that will accommodate a 7/16", 1/2" or 12mm bolt
- Matching colored components for the below webbing colors (all others will have black):
- Red plastics on Red, Flame Red, Maroon, Red Wine,
- Tan plastics on Tan, Desert Tan, Medium Beige, and Camel
- Dark blue plastics on Navy
- Gray plastics on Grey and Silver
- Thread:
Matching thread colors on: Red, Flame Red, Maroon, Red Wine, Wine & Roses, Tan, Desert Tan, Med Beige, Navy, Powder Blue, Cobalt, Grey and Silver.
White Thread on: Wysteria, Lime Green, Orange, Ivory and White
Black thread on all others - All seat belts produced with Chrome plated end fittings
- Male & female sides are measured from center of mounting hole to end of female buckle
- All seat belt measurements have a +/- 1" tolerance
The Seatbelt Planet 1958-1971 Austin Healey Sprite, Driver & Passenger Seat Belt Kit 3 Point Retractable Lap & Shoulder Seat Belt Kit is an outstanding upgrade for owners of these iconic British roadsters. From Vintage Car Radio, this kit brings modern safety to your classic Sprite while preserving its timeless charm and spirited driving experience.
The Austin Healey Sprite, affectionately known as the "Bugeye" in its earliest Mk I form and evolving through the Frogeye and later models up to 1971, is celebrated for its lightweight agility, open-top fun, and pure driving joy. However, original factory setups often featured minimal or no seat belts, or basic lap belts at best. This Seatbelt Planet kit addresses that with a full 3-point retractable design, combining a lap and shoulder harness for superior occupant protection.
Key highlights include smooth-operating retractors that keep the belts tidy and readily accessible—no more fumbling with loose straps in a compact cockpit. The end-release buckle (a popular choice in many configurations) offers secure, intuitive fastening with a satisfying click, while the webbing is high-quality, durable polyester available in various colors to match your interior—whether classic black, period-correct red, or custom hues for a personalized touch.
Installation is straightforward and Sprite-friendly. Enthusiasts report mounting the retractors neatly on the rear wheel arch or bulkhead, with included hardware ensuring a clean, bolt-in fit that doesn't require major modifications.
Users praise how well the belts conform to the car's low-slung seating position, providing comfortable shoulder routing without chafing or restricting movement—essential for spirited drives on twisty roads.
Safety is paramount: these belts meet or exceed Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS 209 & 302), offering crash-tested reliability far beyond vintage originals. The retractable mechanism prevents slack, ensuring consistent tension and reducing injury risk in an incident. For a car as nimble as the Sprite, where enthusiastic cornering is part of the appeal, this added security lets you enjoy the drive with greater peace of mind.
Aesthetically, the kit blends seamlessly. The slim profile and period-appropriate buckle styles maintain the car's authentic look—no bulky modern hardware to detract from the classic lines. Owners on forums like The Austin-Healey Experience have shared positive experiences, noting smooth retraction, perfect fitment on Bugeye models, and enhanced confidence during tours or shows.
Priced competitively, this Seatbelt Planet product from Vintage Car Radio stands out as a smart, reliable choice. It combines enhanced protection, ease of use, and vintage sensibility—making every mile in your Sprite safer and more enjoyable. Whether restoring a show car or daily-driving a weekend warrior, this kit elevates the ownership experience without compromise.
