1961 Austin Healey 3000 MK II Roadster
Specifications |
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| Stock: | AH61-506 |
| Current condition: | SHOW-DRIVER |
| Performance: | 2,912 CC OHV inline 6-cyl., Twin SU HD6 semi-downdraft carbs |
| Transmission: | 4 speed (with Laycock overdrive) |
| Suspension: | Independent wishbone-and-coil-spring front suspension, ¾-floating rear axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs |
| Color exterior: | Healey Blue |
| Color interior: | Dark Blue |
| Mileage: | 178 since restoration |
| Wheels: | Minilite 8-spoke Rally Wheels |
| Tires: | 185x15 |
| Vin #: | H-BT7-L/15506 |
| Engine #: | 29E-RU-H/2086 |
Description
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History
The Austin-Healey 3000 is a British sports car built from 1959 to 1967. It is the best known of the "big Healey" models. The car's bodywork was made by Jensen Motors and the vehicles were assembled at BMC's Abingdon works, alongside the corporation's MG models. The definitive 3000 Mark I debuted in 1959, complete with a larger-displacement 2,912 cc engine, improved gearbox, and new disc-type front brakes. Two models were offered, comprising the BN7 two-seater and Grand Touring-oriented BT7 2+2, and the "Big Healey" continued in progressively improved BJ8 Mark II and Mark III form through the eventual end of production in early 1968. Highly prized as an immensely capable open-air British sports car - even by today's standards - the "Big Healey" continues to be just as enjoyable and effective today as when new on racing circuits, rally stages, and winding roads alike.