2026-06-08 17:25:20 | pauls writes:

Car at auction 6/26

www.handh.co.uk/auction/lot/lot-57---1960-austin-healey-3000-mark-i-bt7/

Auction description:

17th Jun, 2026 Kelham Hall | Newark, Nottinghamshire

Lot 57

1960 Austin-Healey 3000 Mark I BT7

Tuned by Denis Welch

Estimate £34,000 - £38,000

Registration No: 1433 BT

Chassis No: HBT76281

MOT: Exempt

An original British-market example

Previously treated to a 'fast-road' specification engine overhaul by leading specialist Denis Welch

The recipient of a complete repaint in duo-tone light metallic blue and white in recent years

A strong and athletic car even in standard tune, this Austin-Healey has been turned into an even more formidable performer following a past engine overhaul to a more powerful specification. A desirable Mk. I BT7 two-plus-two model, ‘1433 BT’ was originally built in January, 1960, as a right-hand drive, home-market car, painted Healey Blue with Blue trim and hood. Its equipment included disc wheels, a heater, a Black hardtop, an adjustable steering column and overdrive, and it was despatched for sale through Cornelius Parish Ltd. of Kingston-upon-Hull.

Although little subsequent history is known, ‘1433 BT’ was in use during the late 2010s, and was MOTed annually with no advisories between 2016 and 2018, when, of course, it became exempt. At some stage in the past, it received extensive upgrades through the well-respected Austin-Healey tuning specialist Denis Welch Motorsport, which included the complete overhaul of the engine to a super sports specification. Among the uprated parts are a high-lift cam, an alternator, a spin-on oil filter, a six-branch manifold, a side-exit exhaust, and competition overdrive. It has been poly-bushed and is said to “drive superbly” on 72-spoke wheels. All-alloy wings have been fitted, and in recent years it received a new hood frame and side screens. Our vendor purchased the Healey in March, 2023, and after effecting some light refurbishment and coating the underside with Dinitrol, has proceeded to enjoy it when time and weather have allowed.

Still a good-looking machine when stationary and a thrilling ride when in motion, this lovely Big Healey is supplied with the current V5C, recent MOT history, a BMIHT certificate, invoices from AH Spares, Denis Welch Motorsport and other specialists, and some technical information and maintenance data.