Highlights and general information

For sale is an Austin-Healey 3000 MKIII / BJ8 from 1966 in light blue with blue leather interior.

Highlights

• With overdrive
• Excellent condition - 2023 appraisal with a grade of 1 available
• The car was extensively restored from 2022 to 2023, with more than €50,000 invested in a complete engine overhaul, transmission overhaul, and steering replacement
• Only about 1,000 kilometers have been driven since the engine overhaul
• The Austin-Healey has been in its current ownership since 1996 – the car was completely dismantled and restored in the 1990s

General information about the vehicle:

• Year of manufacture: 1966
• First registration: Germany
• Location: 61462 Königstein im Taunus, Germany
• Number of previous owners: unknown (owned by the seller since 1996)
• Accident-free
• Registered
• H license plate
• TÜV until 07/2025
• Ready to drive

Model history

The Austin-Healey 3000 MKIII BJ8 was the last model in the legendary "Big Healey" series, produced between 1963 and 1967. With its 150 hp 2.9-litre six-cylinder engine, a more luxurious interior and improved comfort features, the MKIII was the most mature and comfortable version. Today, it is one of the most sought-after British classics and continues to impress with its driving pleasure, sound, and iconic design.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Light blue
• Interior: blue leather
• Repainted: the car has been completely repainted in the past

Engine and transmission:

• Replacement engine: 2.9-litre six-cylinder with 150 hp, completely overhauled approx. 1,000 kilometres ago
• Transmission: Manual, completely overhauled
• Last service: as part of the engine overhaul

Mileage:

• 10,780 km (as read)
• Partially verifiable

Documentation:

• German vehicle documents
• Invoices for engine and transmission overhaul
• Appraisal report with grade 1

Tires, bodywork & underbody:

• Tires: Information to follow shortly
• Bodywork: good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
• Underbody: good condition with no rust

Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects:

• No defects are known

Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary

An exceptionally well-preserved 1966 Austin Healey 3000 MKIII BJ8 is for sale. The vehicle has been in its current ownership since 1996 and was completely restored in the 1990s. In recent years, over €50,000 has been invested in a complete engine overhaul, transmission overhaul, and steering renewal. According to the appraisal report, the Healey is in excellent condition (grade 1). With valid TÜV until July 2025, H license plate, and German registration, it is ready to drive – a classic British roadster that will shine in any collection.