Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 MKIII - 1965

Presentation

This 1965 Austin Healey 3000 BJ8 MKIII of American origin has 63,000 miles (5-digit odometer) The seller states that the car is in very good general condition, that it has a valid Technical Inspection and that it benefited from a complete restoration in 2019.

Note : The appraisal report (2019) visible in the gallery reports "a very careful restoration, conforming to the original and with quality parts". Roadholding is described as very good. An initial expert report prior to restoration is also available.

Externally, the car is in very good condition. The body and bodyshell have been stripped, restored and repainted in a two-tone "Ice Blue" hue with beige sides. Only a few defects are visible in the gallery. The seller notes the presence of slight blisters on the rear trunk. Plastics, chrome and exterior seals were replaced or restored in 2019, as were the headlights and soft top. Photos of the underbody are available in the gallery, and the expert's report notes no visible traces of impact or perforating corrosion.

The interior is in very good condition. The leather upholstery has no tears or holes, but shows slight signs of use. The steering wheel and dashboard are in very good condition, as is the refurbished woodwork. On-board instrumentation and electrical equipment are in normal working order.

The 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engine developed 150 hp from the factory. The seller states that the mechanics work normally, as does the 4-speed manual gearbox. In 2019, the mechanics have been fully checked and rebuilt, including the following charges:

- New clutch
- Controlled gearbox and overdrive
- Rebuilt carburetors
- New electronic ignition
- New spark plugs and coils
- New stainless steel exhaust
- Controlled electrical circuit

The car has 4 rims in good condition, with tires in good condition. The car brakes normally. In 2019, the undercarriage and braking were refurbished. The stabilizer bar blocks are to be replaced.

The seller is a private individual located in Paris (75), France, and accepts visits during the sale. The car will be sold with its French registration (collection), invoices and appraisal reports. The seller undertakes to provide a favorable CT less than 6 months old for the sale.

The seller wished to define a reserve price.