1967 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 MKIII

Description

First introduced in 1959, the 3000 established Austin Healey as a leading manufacturer of sports cars, with period automotive publications praising their outstanding roadability and numerous successes in international motor racing. The aerodynamic body features sleek styling that aided in a top speed in excess of 100 miles per hour. These vehicles are equipped with a folding soft top, retractable side windows, and optional 2+2 seating. All of these provide the practicality of a sedan while retaining the thrill of an open sports car at a moment's notice. The car was continually improved until the end of production in 1967. These popular ‘Big Healey’ sports cars have evolved into beloved classics. 

Highlights

• Retained by the same family for over 50 years since October 1971

• The final year of production for the 3000 model line

• Powered by a 2.9-liter inline-six-cylinder breathing through dual SU carburetors 

• The transmission has been upgraded with the popular Toyota five-speed manual, a well-known upgrade in the Austin-Healey community

• Finished in Metallic Golden Beige, a one-year-only color for the 3000, with a red leather interior with a black folding soft top

• Restored in 2011 by marque specialist Knut Holzer, British Restoration Corp. of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with over $64,000 in total restoration costs

• Equipped with a back seat as part of the BJ8 specification, allowing for 2+2 seating

• Folding rear seat for additional storage when needed

• While the odometer displays 40,597 miles, the true mileage is unknown

• Electric push-fan upgrade for the cooling system

Features

• Heater

• Burl wood dashboard

• Smiths instrumentation 

• Wood-rimmed aluminum steering wheel

• Functional vent windows

• Locking glove compartment

• 15-inch wire spoke Dayton wheels

• Manual windows 

• Electric windshield wipers

• Center console mounted ashtray

• Lap belts 

• Demister

• Windshield washer

Known Imperfections

• Stress cracking in the paint present around the hood

• Minor pitting present on bumper chrome

• Chip in paint on the top of the driver’s door jamb and door, as shown

• Some pitting is present on the wire wheels

Included

• Tonneau cover

• Thor knock-off hammer

• Restoration book

Ownership History

The seller's family purchased this 1967 Austin Healey in October 1971. After enjoying the car for several years, it was placed into storage in 1978. In January 2011, the car was removed from storage and brought to marque specialist Knut Holzer, British Restoration Corp. of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where the restoration was completed in August that year. Following the restoration, the family has driven and kept this 3000 Mk III in their stable as a fine example of the breed.

Additional Notes 

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

Contact: Harrison Platz  Phone: 610.304.4525 email: harrison.platz@broadarrowgroup.com