The Austin Healey is one of the most iconic British Sports cars ever built and one of the most beautiful at that. Beginning production in 1953 with the iconic 100-4, Austin Healeys 4 cylinder model which proved to be extremely popular for both road and racing purposes. After a while Donald Healey just couldn't squeeze any more power out of his trusty Austin 4 cylinder so he upgraded to a straight six cylinder overhead valve Austin unit with twin SU H6 carburetors producing 130 horsepower, a huge upgrade from the previous 4 cylinder engine. The 100-6 proved to be extremely popular becoming the basis for the iconic 3000 to follow. The 3000 proved to be even more popular and much more refined than its predecessors. The overhead valve six was upgraded yet again now 3 liters versus the 2.6 liter engine in the 100-6. he most refined version and arguably the best came in 1965 with the BJ8 MKIII. These had 150 horsepower over the previous 136 horsepower in the MKII with a bore size of 2 inches and a higher lift camshaft. These also had a wood grained dash board, a 4 speed transmission with overdrive and roll up windows. These were the best road going Healeys.
Offered here is one of these great BJ8 MKIII’s that is a very solid original car that is well sorted and is rust free. Finished in red with black coves, this late 3000 is really sharp. Everything works as it should including the overdrive. It has recently been treated to a mechanical service with a new clutch, throwout bearing and rear main seal. It runs and drives incredibly well and is fitted with aa stainless steel exhaust that gives an incredible tone. If you are looking for a great, well sorted BJ8 MKIII than this car should certainly be considered.
