Vehicle Description
1960 Austin-Healey 3000 BN7 Roadster
Designer: Donald Healey
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Estimate: $60,000 - $75,000
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Chassis Number: HBN7L10004
Decoded: H=Healey; BN7=3000 Roadster; L-Left Hand Drive;
10004=Serial
Engine: 2912cc OHV inline 6-cylinder
3 X HS4 SU Carburetors/137 bhp
4-Speed Manual Transmission
Hydraulic Front Disc and Drum Rear Brakes
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Odometer: 24,400 Miles Showing
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Early Production 3000 Series
Factory Triple-Carburetor BN7
Built for Performance
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The Model -When Donald Healey created his first sports car it
didn't take long for privateers to enter variations of his machines
into a wide range of competitive events. By the time the 3000
series was introduced in 1959, Austin-Healey's were already
legendary around the world. While some complaints were filed
early-on about the difficulty of the triple-carburetion set-up of
the BN7, a properly trained mechanic can make this combination work
together to produce a most exhilarating ride. The BN7 roadster
would be produced up through the 1962 model year and would be the
last of a true open two-seat roadster from Austin-Healey. Keeping
things simple and staying to a basic plan of producing a reliable
and fun machine helped produce a long line of satisfied customers.
This enthusiasm for the marque has continued through-out the years
and in the world of vintage racing, we have never attended an event
where there wasn't a dedicated contingency of Austin-Healey fans,
and the BN7 continues to be a most sought-after model.
The Car - Our consignor told us this car was built to perform and
deliver by a private individual who obsessed over making this car
every bit the performance vehicle it could be. Up front the stock
bumper had been replaced by a pair of Lucas driving lights, and to
help keep the hood closed at speed, a leather belt has been added.
Plexiglas wind-wings have been added to deflect the win, and the
seats are finished in beige leather. It is equipped with a tan
folding top along with a very hard to find removable hardtop, plus
pop-in windscreens. The up-graded sport-wheels provide a platform
for a set of modern radial tires that grip the road and allow for
excellent control on the road. With the exception of those
all-important gauges on the dashboard, the only other controls are
for the heater-defroster to help keep the occupants warm on a cool
morning run. Reported to be in excellent condition, the consignor
did tell us that the removable hardtop would benefit from a
restoration. Sporty and exhilarating, this Austin-Healey presents a
perfect opportunity to acquire a car that will be welcomed on the
road or at a vintage race or rally event.
