2013-02-02 17:12:26 | Lofty writes:

For sale on e-bay: cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/

1966 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8

Frame up restoration by Paul Tsikuris, Tsikuris Classics in 1991

Serviced and new tires in Nov 2011. Serviced Jan 2013

Selling for owner's family
975 miles since restoration.

Engine & Trans were not rebuilt during restoration, tested good, serviced and painted.

Complete restoration records & photos. Car was restored mostly as original, ie original trans, painted wire wheels, GN-29 paint code.

Interior as original and original radio.

2013-12-31 22:03:21 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 1/14
www.bonhams.com/auctions/21392/lot/104/

Auction description:
Lot 104
1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III BJ8

Without reserve
US$ 65,000 - 75,000
€47,000 - 54,000
Chassis no. HBJ8L 36843

2,912cc OHV Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
2 SU Carburetors
150bhp at 5,250rpm
4-Speed Manual Transmission
Front Independent Suspension - Live Rear Axle
Front Disc - Rear Drum Brakes

*Expertly restored example of the classic Healey 3000
*The final iteration of the iconic big Healey
*Beautiful British Racing Green over Black livery
*Offered with restoration photos and receipts
*Accompanied by Heritage Trust Certificate

Offered here is a wonderful example of the final iteration of the classic Austin-Healey 3000, benefitting from the long list of improvements carried out through the nearly decade long production run. Completed at the Abingdon factory in the summer of 1966, this 3000 Mk III BJ8 was configured with left hand steering, destined for the Healey-hungry North American market. A well-equipped example, it is recorded as being delivered with a heater, adjustable steering column, whitewall tires, a black tonneau cover, laminated windscreen and overdrive.

Although the early history remains unknown, this fine example is known to have spent decades in Florida, where it was in the same ownership for 21 years, before being purchased by the current owner, a Healey enthusiast residing in Arizona. While in Florida the car was treated to a thorough nut and bolt restoration by noted British car restorer Paul Tsikuris and his Lakeland-based Tsikuris Classics restoration shop. It is evident that a professional and thorough job was performed on the Healey, as the car still presents magnificently today, despite the fact that the restoration was performed over two decades ago. Restoration photos and receipts accompany the sale of this car, documenting the extensive work performed.

Finished in the appropriately patriotic British Racing Green with trim and weather equipment in black, a factory-correct color combination for the BJ8, this Healey presents extraordinarily well. Fitted with correct silver-painted wire wheels wrapped in Vredestein Classic tires, and with attractive racing-style mirrors on each fender, this 3000 looks right for its era and is ready to be shown at local Concours events.

A great sports car that can be used for spirited drives on twisty roads, or longer weekends away from home, the BJ8 has room for two with luggage and a picnic basket, and would surely make for an excellent foray into the British sports car experience.
Without reserve