Lot details Registration No: 333 UEH Chassis No: HBN7/15797 Mot Expiry: June 2012
The prototype 'Big' Healey was the sensation of the 1952 London Motorshow. Once in production it enjoyed steady development, with the original four-cylinder cars giving way to the 100-Six of 1956, which was followed by the first of the 3000s in 1959 and the MKII 3000 in 1961. Readily identified by its new grille and bonnet air intake, the MKII was still offered in both two-seater (BN7) and four-seater (BT7) guises. Power was increased to 132bhp, courtesy of three 1.5 inch SUs on separate inlet manifolds. Of the 355 examples built, most went to the USA - only a small percentage were equipped with RHD for the home market.
The 'home market' BN7 on offer is finished in its original colour scheme of Green over Cream and trimmed in Green/Cream leather. It has been in its current keeper's hands for 30 years and he currently regards the bodywork and paintwork as "OK", and the interior trim, engine and overdrive gearbox as "good". He informs us that '333 UEH' has a new hood but that the windscreen is "cracked", the dampers "tired" and "the brake servo may be faulty". The 'Big' Healey is being sold complete with its original engine (a replacement unit is currently fitted), an old set of wheels and MOT valid until June 12.
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