2022-10-23 09:31:09 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 11/23/22
www.ebay.com/itm/285011231382
Classified ad price: $59,977 seller themotorvenue, 70k miles.

Auction description:
The Motor Venue is proud to present this absolutely stunning 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 MK III. This vehicle comes finished in a gorgeous two-tone Black and Red exterior over a Red interior with a Black convertible top. The previous owner reports that the vehicle underwent a restoration in 2008. Power comes courtesy of a 2.9L inline-6 engine, mated to a 4-speed manual transmission. This is a matching numbers example, and comes with a plaque from the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust, showing its production records. This Austin-Healey is absolute pleasure to drive and performs as a properly sorted 3000 should.

2024-03-07 07:05:14 | pauls writes:

Car on BaT

bringatrailer.com/listing/1966-austin-healey-3000-bj8-mk-iii-63/

Auction description:

Seller: Tdfastboat

Location: Naples, Florida 34110

Chassis: HBJ8L32718

71k Miles Shown

2.9L Inline-Six

Dual SU Carburetors

4-Speed Manual Transaxle w/Overdrive

Black & Red Paint

Red Leather Upholstery

Black Convertible Soft Top & Boot

Chrome 15" Knock-Off Wire Wheels

Front Disc Brakes

Chrome Bumpers w/Overriders

Cabin Heater

British Motor Industry Heritage Certificate

Private Party or Dealer: Private Party

Lot #139451

This 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 Mk III underwent a mechanical and cosmetic refurbishment in California approximately 14 years ago. The car was subsequently shipped to Florida where it remained in a private collection until it was acquired by the seller in September 2020. Finished in black and red over red leather upholstery, the car is powered by a 2.9-liter inline-six mated to a four-speed manual transmission with overdrive. Equipment includes chrome 15″ knock-off wire wheels, front disc brakes, a Talbot Berlin-style mirror, wood dash trim, and dual SU carburetors. This BJ8 is offered with a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate, manufacturer’s literature, service records, and a clean Florida title.

The car was refinished in black and red approximately 14 years ago and features a black convertible soft top and boot. Additional exterior details include quarter vent windows, a Talbot Berlin-style mirror, and chrome-finished bumpers with overriders.

Chrome 15″ wire wheels are secured by two-eared knock-off spinners and are mounted with 195/65 Bridgestone Insignia SE200 tires. Unlike its predecessor the 100, the 3000 was equipped with front disc brakes. Per the seller, the factory mastery cylinder was rebuilt and stainless steel brake lines were installed under current ownership.

The four-place cabin houses low-back front bucket seats and individual rear seats that are upholstered in red leather that extends to the center console and door panels. Interior elements include burl wood dashboard trim, a heater, front lap belts, roll-up windows, a dashboard-mounted rearview mirror, and a radio block-off plate.

The banjo-style steering wheel is mounted on an adjustable steering column and fronts Smiths instrumentation consisting of a 140-mph speedometer, a tachometer, a fuel-level gauge, and a combination gauge for oil pressure and coolant temperature. The five-digit mechanical odometer shows 71k miles, approximately 5k of which have been added under current ownership.

The 2.9-liter inline-six is fed by dual SU carburetors and was factory rated at 148 horsepower and 173 lb-ft of torque.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

The British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate shows a production date of August 20, 1965, with original delivery to Charleston, South Carolina, as well as factory colors and identification numbers.