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1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk 3 Phase II (BJ8)

Lot Number 799

1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk 3 Phase II (BJ8)

Classically presented BJ8, the final development of the legendary 'Big Healey'.

  • Sold for: £60,750

Bid online during our live auction or at The Saleroom.

LIVE AUCTION: Saturday 24th September | 11.00am BST
  • BODY COLOUR
    Ice Blue/Ivory
  • DRIVE
    RHD
  • Registration Number
    REG NUMBER
    KUC 341D
  • ODOMETER READING
    59000 Miles

SUMMARY

Classically presented BJ8, the final development of the legendary 'Big Healey'.

DESCRIPTION

  • The Phase II benefited from a revised rear chassis and separate indicator side lights
  • This is an original, UK-supplied, right-hand drive car first registered on 20/06/1966
  • Classically finished in Healey Ice Blue over ivory with a dark blue soft top and chrome wires
  • The paintwork was refreshed and the interior retrimmed in 2009 and with light use in recent years, it remains in excellent condition
  • With its current registered keeper for the last 11 years and has covered just over 59,000 miles
  • Good history file listing previous owners, restoration details from the 1980s, past MOTs from 1975 at 29,000 miles, the original green logbook and letters and adverts for the car which include mileages when it changed hands lending support to the current indicated mileage
  • Recent service. Fresh MOT until September 2023, issued with no advisories

 

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
799
Make
AUSTIN HEALEY
Model
3000 MK 3
Variant
BJ8
Registration Number
KUC 341D
MOT Expiry
16/09/2023
Chassis Number
HBJ835986
Engine Number
29K4H10623
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Ice Blue/Ivory

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

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CCA VENDOR CONDITION REPORT

OVERALL:

108 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

Paintwork was renewed in 2009 and the car had seen only occasional use since. Very good paintwork.

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

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Boot:

Remarks

Trim renewed in 2009. Leather Seats in very good condition.

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

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Running:

Remarks

A very willing engine which pulls well through the gears and holds a good oil pressure

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Running Gear


Axles:

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Electrics


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Vehicle History

Remarks

In the current owner's hands for the past 11 years and with a detailed History File showing details of previous owners and Restoration Details from the 1980's. Past MOT's date from 1975 at 29,000 miles.


Restoration Notes

An older restoration which still presents very well due to limited use and careful storage

About the CCA Vendor Condition Report


A lot's condition report is compiled based on information provided to CCA by the vendor of the lot. CCA has no access to lots prior to a sale but does review their condition on the day of the sale. CCA strongly recommends viewing a lot prior to a sale as it cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. CCA will not entertain any disputes over vendor condition reports.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.

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Vehicles can be collected from The Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN, on Sunday 25th September between 10am and 3pm and Monday 26th September between 9am and 1pm.

Our transport partners, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.

Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of The WEC by 1pm on Monday 26th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.