A charming vintage look, certainly, but with a powerful six-cylinder engine under the bonnet. The Austin Healey BJ7 is aimed at those who’ve had enough of MGBs and Spitfires, finally offering performance to match its looks. Get ready for summer with this well-mannered yet still wild British roadster. This example, carefully maintained by its previous owner, is eagerly awaiting its next road trip.
This 1961 Austin-Healey 3000 MK1 BT7, originally from the US, has 72,000 miles on the clock. The seller states that the car is in good overall condition. Originally delivered to St. Louis, Missouri, in September 1960, the seller notes that this Austin has undergone extensive mechanical and cosmetic refurbishment in recent years, carried out by the previous owner.
On the outside, the seller states that the vehicle is in very good condition. The bodywork, finished in British Racing Green, shows only a few minor imperfections visible in the photos. The seller states that the chrome on the bumpers, grille and trim has been refurbished, as have the black soft top and its frame. An original hardtop, reconditioned and repainted, is included with the vehicle.
Inside, the seller states that the vehicle is in very good condition. The black upholstery with beige piping and the carpets are new. The seller notes that the steering wheel is new, the switches have been reconditioned, the rear seatback is new, as are the removable side windows and their frames.
The engine is a 2,911 cc inline-six producing around 124 hp. The seller states that the mechanical components are in good working order, as is the four-speed manual gearbox with overdrive, which has recently been reconditioned. The seller notes that the previous owner recently carried out the following maintenance work:
-overhaul of the engine and gearbox
-installation of a new aluminium radiator,
- new water pump,
- new engine mounts,
- complete replacement of the braking system
-clutch replacement,
-overhaul of the entire fuel system
-renovation of the lighting system.
The car has four alloy wheels in very good condition, fitted with brand-new Continental ContiProContact tyres. It is equipped with front disc brakes.
The seller is a professional based in the Netherlands and welcomes viewings during the sale. The car will be sold with its US registration document and a Dutch customs clearance certificate.
The seller has set a reserve price.
English
Français
Español
Italiano
Deutsch
Polski
Magyar
