2011-07-03 03:50:36 | NIB writes:

Sold at Barrett-Jackson Auction. www.barrett-jackson.com/application/onlinesubmission/lotdetails.aspx

Lot Number: 367.1
Auction: PALM BEACH 2010
Status: SOLD
Sale Type: NO RESERVE
Price:*$49,500.00
Year: 1965
Make: AUSTIN-HEALEY
Model: 3000 MARK III BJ8
Style: ROADSTER
VIN: HBJ8L32868
Exterior Color: ICE BLUE/OLD ENGLISH WHITE
Interior Color: DARK BLUE
Cylinders: 6
Engine Size:
Transmission: MANUAL

Summary:

Ice Blue/Old English White exterior. Dark Blue interior. 3000cc 6 cylinder engine. 4-speed transmission with Overdrive. Good mechanical condition and superior appearance.

Details:

This 1965 Austin-Healey is one of the most valuable of all Austin-Healey production cars. In its iconic Ice Blue over Old English White colors, this classic grand tourer offers all the amenities which make this model the fastest, safest, most comfortable and user-friendly of the Austin Healey line. Improvements and upgrades include the 150hp engine, center-shift 4-speed transmission with overdrive, power front disk brakes, walnut fascia dashboard, roll-up windows, 2 plus 2 seating with convertible rear fold down luggage shelf, center console and quieter exhaust system. This vehicle completed a thorough on-frame restoration in 2007. Details of the restoration include show quality body and paint work in base coat/clear coat, new chrome, rubber, glass, seating and trim, top, top boot, carpeting, and stainless steel sports exhaust system. With the high cost of restoring cars in today's market, this beautiful vehicle represents excellent value and great investment potential. Good mechanical condition and superior appearance.