1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Tri-Carb Convertible Sports Car

Make

Austin-Healey

Model

3000 Tri-Carb Convertible Sports Car

Year

1962

Listed price

$24,750

Location

Los Angeles, California

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

0 miles

The Austin-Healey 3000, affectionately known as the "Big Healey," stands as a quintessential British roadster, embodying the spirit of post-war sports car motoring. Launched in 1959 as the successor to the 100-6, the 3000 represented the pinnacle of the Healey-Donald Healey Motor Company collaboration with BMC. The MkII, introduced in 1961, brought significant enhancements, most notably the adoption of triple SU HS4 carburetors on the BT7 2+2 model, boosting power output and delivering a more exhilarating driving experience. This configuration, often referred to as the "Tri-Carb," is highly prized by collectors for its performance and distinct mechanical signature, making the MkII BT7 a particularly desirable iteration within the 3000's storied lineage, which saw approximately 11,500 units of the MkII produced before the MkIII arrived in 1963. This 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Tri-Carb Convertible Sports Car is a magnificent example of the breed, presented in a striking two-tone finish of red over white, perfectly complemented by a vibrant red interior. Equipped with its period-correct 4-speed manual transmission featuring overdrive, this Big Healey promises an engaging driving experience, allowing its inline 6-cylinder engine to sing through the triple SU carburetors. The cabin features a classic wood dash, Smiths instrumentation, and a 3-spoke Moto-Lita steering wheel, while modern touches like a Pioneer radio enhance usability. Further details include a convertible soft top, chrome bumpers, an oval chrome grille, wire wheels with knock-off spinners, and the practicality of side curtains, fender-mounted side mirrors, a jack, and a full-size spare tire. This exceptionally well-preserved Tri-Carb Healey offers a unique opportunity to own a significant piece of British automotive history.