1963 Austin Healey 3000 Mk II

The "Big Healeys" have long been viewed as the ultimate British sportscars of the 1960's, the 3000 being the most desirable. Development of the line started with the 1952 Healey 100 launched at the London Motor Show. The evocative lines and superb handling of the Healey made it a sleek and successful rally car all around the world. With its 6-cylinder 2996cc engine giving plenty of torque, the cars are more than capable of long distance touring.

This left-hand drive Austin Healey 3000 was sold new in the USA in 1963. The Illinois registration details in the history file would suggest the car remained there until it was purchased by a Doctor from Jersey in 1991. The car formed part of a large private collection and was then sold in 2000 to a local dentist having covered a mere 7,800 miles. Whilst in the possession of these two collectors the car was maintained regardless of cost by their full-time mechanics.Over the last 14 years this Healey has covered a further 2,000 miles and is currently reading 9884 miles. With the absence of early mileage declarations in the history file it is impossible to state this mileage is warranted. However, the current vendor has had the car fully inspected by marque specialist Murray Scott-Nelson. They state the following:

"The car would appear to be very original and has not been the subject of a restoration. The hood is original, all the panels appear original and in my professional opinion it has never been welded nor does it require any. I have found no reason that would suggest the mileage isn"t genuine. The paintwork on the car is original." They also mention that the wheels and tyres are non-original and minor paint repairs have been carried out to the front shroud. Included in the sale is the original drivers handbook, Jersey registration and various paperwork. Buyers should note that UK taxes have been recently paid and a UK registration certificate is currently pending. Finished in the most appropriate colour combination of ice blue with blue trim, this car is a true testament to Healey 3000 originality. Very few cars survive in genuinely original order and this example must be seen to be believed. A full copy of the Murray Scott-Nelson condition report is available to prospective purchasers.