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2017-01-24 22:20:01 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction 1/17
www.bonhams.com/auctions/23945/lot/79/

Auction description:
Lot 79
1961 AUSTIN-HEALEY 3000 Mk II BT7
US$ 80,000 - 120,000
£64,000 - 96,000
The Scottsdale Auction
Scottsdale, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
Chassis no. HBT7L/15506
Engine no. 29E/H2086

This striking sporting Healey comes to market following an incredibly detailed restoration at the hands of known marque experts Randee and the late Tom Rocke, and was the last car to have been completed in this fashion by Tom. Stunningly presented in the ever popular Healey Ice Blue scheme that suits these cars so well, it received a bare metal respray using top quality Dupont Polyurethane paint in the color it was originally delivered. Corresponding to this, a completely new interior was fitted in blue with chrome colored piping and trimming the car out, all of the chrome work was triple plated for a high quality and lasting finish.

All the while the intention was a tasteful nod to the 60s Works cars, so dominant in their day, with this in mind the wheel arches were lightly flared, the hood louvered and a stepped up rally style truck lid fitted to enable twin spares to be carried. Naturally, archetypal Minilite style Rally wheels were fitted, road lights and additional spot lights, finishing it off is a factory hard top! But that's just the aesthetics, beneath these, the mechanical aspect was equally well sorted. The 3 Liter engine comprehensively rebuilt, and equipped with BJ8 twin 2 inch SU carburetor set-up, total overhaul of the brakes with front discs, new master cylinder, and all new lines. Likewise the suspension was completely redone also. Its use since has been very limited and it can still be considered as running in, a virtually brand new car!

56 years after its delivery as documented on its British Motor Industry Heritage Certificate, and after this through rebuild the car provides the opportunity to emulate the Giant slaying Works Healeys either for personal driving or on the multitude of fast road tours available today, such as the locally based Phoenix Museum of Art's Copperstate 1000.

2017-09-19 14:33:07 | pauls writes:

Car was at Mecum Auction 8/17
www.mecum.com/lots/CA0817-299840/1961-austin-healey-mkii-3000-bt7-roadster/
High bid $100,000.

Auction description:
Lot T64 Monterey 2017 Aug 16-19
1961 Austin-Healey MkII 3000 BT7 Roadste
Color Blue
Interior Blue
VIN/Serial HBT7L15506
Concours level restoration
British Motor Industry Trust Certificate
Matching numbers 2912cc engine
Factory correct Healey Blue with a factory hardtop
Limited test miles since restoration
Modifications include slightly flared front fenders, louvered hood for improved cooling, and a rally spec rear deck lid which holds up to two spare tires
Front disc brakes rear drum
Independent wishbone and coil spring suspension
3/4 floating rear axle with semi elliptic leaf springs
Minilite 8-spoke rally wheels on 18.5x15 tires

2021-02-24 06:59:04 | pauls writes:

Car to return to auction 3/21

www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/1961-AUSTIN-HEALEY-3000-MARK-II-BT7 ...

Auction Scottsdale - March 2021 NO RESERVE Year1961 AUSTIN-HEALEY 3000 MARK II BT7 ROADSTER

VIN HBT7L15506 Color HEALEY BLUE Interior DARK BLUE Cylinders6 Engine Size3.0-LITER Transmission4-SPEED

Lot #961 - This 1961 Austin-Healey 3000 Mark II BT7 is a fine example of this versatile breed, presented in "works" rally-car style. It was completed during October 1961 and equipped with such factory options and features as wire wheels, a laminated windscreen, heater, adjustable steering column, road-speed tires, overdrive and a hardtop. This Healey was acquired by a marque expert and in January 2016, a total frame-off, nut-and-bolt restoration was completed. The body panels and the chassis were short-blasted to bare metal, and prepared and primed before being refinished. The body was restored to its original, factory color combination- specified Healey Blue using a top-quality Dupont polyurethane 5-star Chroma base coat/clear coat system. All mechanical and ancillary systems were fully rebuilt. A completely new dark blue interior was fitted, including blue seat upholstery with chrome piping, matching wool carpeting and panels and a new trunk kit. All-new parts were utilized when rebuilding the torquey 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engine, center-shift 4-speed manual gearbox with overdrive unit and the vehicle's ancillary systems. The new exhaust system was jet-coated for durability, an all-new cloth wiring harness was installed, and new or rebuilt electrical components were utilized. An alternator and negative ground replaced the original generator-based charging system for enhanced capacity and reliability. A new fuel system was also installed, including a new fuel tank and lines, all the way up to the newly rebuilt, BJ8-type 2-inch SU carburetors. The braking system received similar attention, including all-new line, master cylinder, front disc brakes and jet-coated rear drums. The entire suspension was rebuilt to match, using new parts and components. All interior and exterior chrome pieces were triple plated for a long-lasting shine. A 15-inch, three-spoke wood steering wheel provides driving ease in concert with the adjustable column. Paying homage to the famous Austin-Healey "works" rally cars, this vehicle's body modifications include slightly flared front fenders, a louvered hood with function air vent for improved cooling and a rally-spec rear decklid with room for up to two spare tires. Other competition-themed items include iconic Minilite 8-spoke rally wheels, 185x15 tires, front road lights, a rear backup lamp and the factory aluminum hardtop, refinished in Healey Blue to match the rest of the exterior. Both the road lights and backup light are activated using toggle switches mounted under the dash to the right of the steering column. Following completion, limited test miles were covered to ensure proper sorting. This Austin-Healey comes with a tonneau cover and storage bag, removable windows and storage bag, original British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate, driver handbook, and a binder of photos and information documenting the restoration. This car is fully equipped and ready to drive.

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