1963 Austin-Healey 3000

Make

Austin-Healey

Model

3000

Year

1963

Listed price

$11,900

Location

Santa Ana, California

Transmission

4 SPEED

Mileage

28,210 miles

The Austin-Healey 3000 stands as an enduring icon of British sports car design, a true "Big Healey" that captivated enthusiasts from its debut in 1959. Evolving from the earlier 100 and 100-6 models, the 3000, particularly in its MkII and MkIII iterations, perfected the formula of a robust, torquey inline-six engine paired with handsome roadster aesthetics. It dominated rallying in its era, achieving class wins at prestigious events like the Monte Carlo Rally and the Alpine Rally, solidifying its reputation for both speed and rugged reliability. The 3000 represents the pinnacle of the Healey-Donald Healey Motor Company collaboration, a quintessential British roadster whose production run ended in 1967, leaving behind a legacy of exhilarating open-air motoring. This 1963 Austin-Healey 3000, a MkII example, continues that legacy with just 28,210 miles on the odometer. Power comes from its characteristic inline-six engine, mated to a 4-speed manual transmission, offering the engaging, direct driving experience for which these cars are renowned. As a convertible, it’s perfectly poised for spirited drives, allowing occupants to fully immerse themselves in the sound and sensation of this classic British machine. This is an opportunity to acquire a genuine piece of motoring history, ready to be enjoyed on the open road.