1966 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 Mk III

This 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 Mk III is a North American Export example initially delivered in the UK as part of the company’s Personal Export Delivery program, and was the subject of a seven-year refurbishment completed in 2014. Work performed included a repaint in its factory Healey Blue following replacement of the front fenders, hood, and trunk lid, a retrim of the cockpit in blue leather, and rebuilds of the 2.9-liter inline-six, dual SU HS8 carburetors, and four-speed manual transmission with overdrive. The build also saw the installation of 15″ knock-off wire wheels, cross-drilled front disc brakes with four-piston calipers, Armstrong Performance shocks, electronic ignition, a dual stainless-steel exhaust system, 3.54:1 differential gearing, a Robbins blue soft top, and a wood-rimmed steering wheel. Acquired by the current owner in 2017, this 3000 Mk III is now offered by the seller on behalf of the owner with a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate, a build summary, a tonneau cover, spare parts, and a clean California title in the current owner’s name. The car left the factory finished in Healey Blue (BU2), and it was refinished to match during the aforementioned refurbishment after the body was media-blasted, an antenna hole was filled, and the hood, trunk lid, and front fenders were replaced. Re-chroming of the front bumpers and trim was performed, the grille, rear bumper, tonneau cover fasteners, and door locks were replaced, and a Robbins blue soft top and LED headlight bulbs were installed. Additional exterior details include dual Lucas driving lights affixed to a badge bar, a driver-side mirror, wind deflectors atop the windshield, and a blue tonneau cover. Paint-meter readings can be seen in the gallery below. The right headlight does not work and the seller notes chips in the paint.