1967 Austin-Healey 3000 MKIII
1967
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Transmission:
4-Speed Manual with overdrive
Cylinders:
6
Auction Estimate:
$75,000 to $90,000
VIN:
HBJ8L34507
Description
This vehicle is being offered for sale from the J.Craig Venter Collection. Craig Venter is a world renowned biotechnologist and is known for leading one of the first draft sequences of the human genome.
This is last of the big Healey’s, was fully restored by marque specialist Kurt Tanner, and has a BMIHT certificate
Over the years, the Austin-Healey progressed from being the sturdy, fun-to-drive two-seater with a folding top and side…
This vehicle is being offered for sale from the J.Craig Venter Collection. Craig Venter is a world renowned biotechnologist and is known for leading one of the first draft sequences of the human genome.
This is last of the big Healey’s, was fully restored by marque specialist Kurt Tanner, and has a BMIHT certificate
Over the years, the Austin-Healey progressed from being the sturdy, fun-to-drive two-seater with a folding top and side screens, to a sophisticated touring convertible with wind-up windows. The final iteration was the 3000 Mark III, which added new refinements, including a walnut veneer-trimmed interior, redesigned seats with a rear seat suitable for children, an easy-to-erect top, and an adjustable steering column, yet it gave up nothing in terms of performance. Engine modifications, such as a new camshaft design, stronger valve springs, and two-inch SU HD8 carburetors, delivered an increase of almost 20 brake horsepower, for a total output of some 150 horses. Servo-assisted brakes were now standard equipment. As a result, the 3000 Mark III is the most desired “Big Healey.”
150 bhp, 2,912 cc overhead valve inline six-cylinder engine with twin HD8 SU carburetors, four-speed manual transmission plus overdrive, independent front suspension with coil springs and live rear axle with semi-elliptic rear springs, and servo-assisted front disc and rear drum brakes, and a 92” wheelbase.
The car offered here hails from the last year of production, and it enjoyed a beautiful frame-off, nut-and-bolt restoration by the highly regarded Austin-Healey expert Kurt Tanner, of Upland, California. The color scheme of Golden Beige over Red Ambla upholstery with a black top is factory-correct, and the car is equipped with the four-speed transmission with overdrive, a heater, and chrome wire wheels. Finished to what can only be described as concours standards, the restoration is documented extensively in photos, which accompany the car, along with its British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate. The result is a Healey that’s appearance shines as much as its performance. It will be a pleasure to drive and to own.
Engine No.
29K-RU-H/9165
Body No.
79358
California Title
1967 Austin-Healey 3000 MKIII
Lot #:
085
Auction Estimate:
$75,000 to $90,000
Sold For:
Passed
Year:
1967
Make:
Austin-Healey
Model:
3000 MKIII
Body Style:
Convertible
VIN:
HBJ8L34507
Mileage:
15167
Exterior Color:
Golden Beige
Interior Color:
Red Ambia
Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
4-Speed Manual with overdrive
Consignor Ratings*
Engine:
Excellent
Body:
Excellent
Chassis/Frame:
Excellent
Tires:
Excellent
Coachwork/Interior:
Excellent
Electrical:
Excellent
Transmission:
Excellent
Paint:
Excellent
Overall Condition:
Excellent
*The following ratings were provided by the consignor, based on a scale of ‘Poor’, ‘Fair’, ‘Good’, ‘Very Good’ or ‘Excellent’. (Excellent = 100% restored)
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