1964 Austin Healey 3000mkiii Black Sport Convertible

This 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III Phase II BJ8 Convertible . The Big Healey is finished in a combination of solid black with a red leather interior.  Special features found on this example include chrome wire wheels and the desirable four-speed manual transmission with overdrive. A British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate of origin is also included with the sale.

• The Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III Phase II is the final and best iteration of the Big Healey.
• This example received a 2004 body-off restoration, completed to original specifications.
• The Mark III is powered by a 2.9-liter OHV inline-six with two SU HD8 carburetors.
• The engine was rated at 148 horsepower and 173 lb-ft of torque when new.
• A four-speed manual transmission also features an overdrive gear.
• The restored engine, believed to be original, is said to be “smooth and responsive.”
• The engine and surrounding area present very cleanly.
• No mechanical needs are reported by the dealer.
• “No rust or accident damage has ever been reported” with the original body panels.
• The restored body was finished in the original factory black color.
• All trim, glass, and lights appear as complete and correct in the photos.
• A folding, black vinyl convertible top was new at the time of the restoration.
• The top appears to fit tightly and has no blemishes.
• The restored interior utilized all-new red leather according to the dealer.
• The leather appears to present in very good condition with minimal creasing.
• Matching red carpet and protective carpet mats also appear in very good condition.
• An adjustable steering column is original standard equipment.
• Burled walnut dash panels, a leather center console, and heater were also standard.
• The restored undercarriage presents cleanly.
• A stainless-steel dual exhaust is seen in the photos.
• Five 15-inch, 72-spoke wire wheels have been chrome plated.
• The dealer states no damage on the wheels.
• The odometer reading of 88,460 is believed to be original to the car.

• This 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III underwent a body-off restoration in 2004.
• The restoration appears to have been very well maintained to original levels.
• The new red leather interior presents in very good condition.
• The dealer describes this as a rare opportunity to own a fully restored car.
• The four-speed manual transmission with overdrive enhances drivability.

This 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III Phase II BJ8 Convertible appears to have been maintained very near the original levels of the 20-year-old restoration.