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- 1960 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk1 (BT7) 2+2
1960 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk1 (BT7) 2+2
Lot Number: 543
1960 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk1 (BT7) 2+2
Very well presented early 3000 Mk1 four-seater with its original 'side-shift' gearbox.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 1st June, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Tatton Park, Knutsford, WA16 6QN
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BODY COLOUR
Colorado Red /Black -
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RHD -
REG NUMBER
2000 UE -
ODOMETER READING
20922 Miles
SUMMARY
Very well presented early 3000 Mk1 four-seater with its original 'side-shift' gearbox.
DESCRIPTION
- The Mk1 3000 featured front disc brakes, wire wheels as standard and a more powerful engine
- Fitted with a 124bhp, 2,912cc BMC C-Series and a 4-speed box with overdrive
- This is an original, UK-supplied, right-hand drive 2+2 delivered from the Cape to the Donald Healey Motor Company Showroom on 26/07/1960
- It's an early car with the 'side-shift' gearbox and side screens and was optioned from new with overdrive and wire wheels
- Very well presented in Colorado Red over black with a black vinyl interior, black hood, black tonneau and chrome wires
- Restored during the 2000/2001 period by Ellis Restorations of Northampton, documented and with photographic evidence
- Huge history file including original green logbooks, old MOTs, numerous invoices, workshop manuals and its Heritage Certificate
- More recently, the 3000 has benefited from a new carpet set, full oil service, new plugs and a coolant flush
- Sensibly guided, this classic 'Big Healey' would make a wonderful touring companion
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 543
- Make
- AUSTIN-HEALEY
- Model
- 3000 MK1
- Registration Number
- 2000 UE
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 11BT711208
- Engine Number
- 19454
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Colorado Red /Black
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- simon@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACTSCORE:
89 / 135
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About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
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
Due to venue restrictions, all vehicles must be collected on Monday 3rd June between 9am and 2pm.
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