1964 Austin Healey 3000

This specific 3000 is from 1964, making it a Mark II, also referred to by enthusiasts as the BJ7. The BJ7 received a number of quality-of-life upgrades compared to its predecessors, and some performance boosts as well. Quality-of-life upgrades included a more comfortable interior, a wrap-around windshield, wind-up side windows, a quick-action folding roof, and swiveling quarter lights. Performance-wise, outgoing triple SU carburetors were replaced by new, twin SU HS6 carbs. A redesign of the dashboard moved the speedometer and tachometer to a new location, directly in front of the driver. The Mark III BJ8 was the final iteration of the Austin Healey 3000, and it remained in production until 1967 when the 3000 was ultimately discontinued. The car is beloved in both England and the United States. In 1963, 91.5% of all 3000s were exported, and most of them went to the United States.

The exterior to this 3000 is finished in Black and this car looks mean. All of the details are spotless. The wire wheels are immaculate, and it’s a difficult task to find a flaw on the outside of this vehicle. There does appear to be a scratch on the rear of the car in the center, below the chrome bumper. However, based on the location of the mounts for a license plate, that the license plate would cover up this bit of damage. The leather folding roof looks to be excellent condition when folded down and while fully raised. While the leather looks wrinkled in the photos, there are no apparent holes or tears.

The black exterior is complemented quite effectively by a fully red interior. Sometimes, it can be very difficult to keep the carpets in a classic vehicle in place without any wrinkles or raises. This 3000, however, does not suffer from those issues. The central tunnel is covered in red carpet and looks perfectly fit along with the black rubber floormats. Well done. The red leather dash pad is clean but appears to be coming loose directly above the speedometer. While the dashboard gauges themselves are in good condition, the rubber seals around them appear to have become a bit weathered over the years. The red leather seats are brilliantly accented with white piping in both the front and back. There are no holes or tears to speak of in any of the four seats. The immaculate carpeting continues in the trunk where one can also find a spare tire, Thor brand copper hammer, and jack.

Based on this Healey’s condition, it is safe to assume that there is no major damage underneath the car. However, based on the age of this vehicle, it might also be safe to assume that some degree of minor surface corrosion is also present. It should also be noted that there is evidence of surface corrosion inside the engine bay, although none of it looks particularly dramatic.

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The Austin Healey 3000 is one of the most beloved British sports cars of all time and rightfully so. Excellent design both inside and out have kept this classic timeless over the past 58 years. Black and red make for a fantastic color palette, and the white piping inside really gives this car an extra pop. This car has it all, a handsome color combination, an almost perfect interior, and proper Healey performance make this example a real winner. This Healey is certain to turn heads wherever it goes. Estimated $50,000 - $60,000.