1966 Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII BJ8

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The best-known of the so-called “Big Healey” models, the Austin-Healey 3000 was introduced in 1959 and remained in production until 1967. The 3000 earned its “big” moniker as its inline-six engine grew in displacement and output from 2,639 cc and 102 horsepower in the preceding 100-6, to 2,912 cc and 136 horsepower. The Mk III BJ8 models of 1964 onwards received the most powerful version of the BMC C-Series unit ever equipped in a Healey, offering 150 horsepower with a new higher lift camshaft. Paired with a rigid ladder chassis, the 3000 was praised in period for its superior road-holding capabilities and proved highly successful in many European rallies of the day. Over 90 percent of 3000s were exported in left-hand drive specification, mostly to North America, where they were enjoyed for their nimble handling, handsome styling, and 2+2 seating in later models.

For the Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III, Appreciation is on the Open Road

Highlights  

• Powered by a 2,912 cc BMC C-Series inline-six topped with dual SU carburetors, rated at 150 horsepower and 173 lb-ft of torque 

• Four-speed manual transmission with overdrive 

• Finished in a light and dark blue two-tone 

• Dark blue vinyl upholstery with contrasting white piping 

• Dark blue vinyl soft top  

• Wood-veneer dashboard and shift knob 

• Chrome grille, bumpers, and trim  

• Undercarriage is painted and said to be sanitary  

• Rides on 15-inch chrome wire wheels with knock-off center hubs 

• This 3000 Mk III BJ8 is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing 83,087 miles at the time of listing; however, the true mileage is unknown 

 Features  

• Chrome bumpers with over-riders, front and rear 

• Dual exterior wing mirrors 

• Pivoting vent windows 

• Antenna 

• Manual roll-up windows 

• Wood-rimmed three-spoke steering wheel 

• Lap seat belts 

• Padded dashboard 

• Pioneer stereo 

• Smiths instrumentation 

• Dashboard-mounted interior rearview mirror 

• Locking glove compartment 

• Heater 

• Rubber floor mats 

 Known Imperfections  

• Driver-quality example showing some signs of cosmetic wear throughout 

• Bubbles in the paint at both C-Pillar locations 

• Minor pulling of the interior material around the shift boot 

• Electronic overdrive not engaging 

• Choke cable return over sprung and it must be held closed 

 Included  

• Dark blue vinyl tonneau cover 

Ownership History

The consignor reports acquiring this 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII BJ8 in 1998.   

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. 

Contact: Ramsey Potts Phone: 912.508.4096 email: rpotts@hagerty.com

Hagerty Marketplace has confirmed a clean title status, the owner maintains the title in hand and will send it to the Hagerty Marketplace team to be reassigned to the new owner after the auction is complete.