Lot details Registration No: XFF 617 Chassis No: HBT7L7606 Mot Expiry: Sept 2004
When it was first produced by the British Motor Corporation in 1959, the Austin-Healey 3000 with 2912cc 6-cylinder engine was an updated version of their 2.6-litre 100/6, which, in turn, replaced the earlier 2.6-litre 4-cylinder 100/4. The 3000 model became even more popular on both sides of the Atlantic as an open-top British sportscar, which, particularly when fitted with the extra-gear overdrive, was a delight to drive. The unstressed Big Six would motor on and on and on, too, without complaint. Whilst thanks to the competition successes achieved by the Donald Healey Motor Company of Warwick, private entrants really took to the Big Healey and, indeed, have been doing so ever since.
The 1960-manufactured 3000 MkI being auctioned here was fully restored by Merlin Yesteryears Limited in 1999, the 40441 miles displayed on the odometer when entered for this sale being the total mileage recorded since refurbishment. During the rebuild this car, originally intended for overseas consumption, was converted from lefthand drive to the current righthand drive.
Current condition of open bodywork, cream and blue paintwork, blue interior, unstressed 3-litre six, electrical equipment and 4-speed manual gearbox with overdrive is claimed to be good, whilst seats and hood have been renewed at some time, tyres replaced and stainless steel exhaust fitted. Parts availability and the services of specialists continues to be good for this model, owners of which happily are well catered for by an enthusiastic Austin-Healey Club.
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