1966 Austin-Healey 3000

Make

Austin-Healey

Model

3000

Year

1966

Listed price

$64,900

Location

Santa Ana, California

Transmission

4 SPEED OVERDRIVE

Mileage

88,042 miles

The Austin-Healey 3000, affectionately known as the "Big Healey," stands as a quintessential British roadster, embodying the spirit of post-war motoring with its blend of open-air exhilaration and sporting performance. Launched in 1959, it evolved through several iterations, culminating in the BJ8 Mark III, introduced in late 1963. This final and most refined version offered a significant upgrade in comfort and power, boasting a 148 hp 2,912cc inline-six engine and a redesigned cockpit with roll-up windows, making it a more civilized tourer without sacrificing its raw, charismatic appeal. The BJ8 is widely considered the most desirable of the 3000 series, representing the pinnacle of the model's development before production ceased in 1967, with just over 17,700 examples of the Mark III produced. This 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mark III, a late-production BJ8, presents in a highly attractive and period-correct color scheme, believed to be its original specification. Showing 88,042 miles on the odometer, this convertible has been diligently maintained, benefiting from a repaint within the last 10-15 years that exhibits very good to excellent quality and correct panel gapping. The chrome brightwork, a mix of new and well-preserved original pieces, gleams beautifully, complementing the car's classic lines. Power comes from its robust inline-six engine, paired with a desirable 4-speed manual transmission with overdrive, promising an engaging driving experience. This Big Healey represents a superb opportunity to acquire a well-preserved example of one of Britain's most iconic sports cars.