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1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (BJ8)
Lot Number: 154
1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (BJ8)
Fully restored and uniquely presented BJ8, the final development of the legendary 'Big Healey'.
- Sold for: £43,875
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 9th December, 2023 at 11.45am GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
BMW Calypso Red/OEW -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
KAW 842E -
ODOMETER READING
13637 Miles
SUMMARY
Fully restored and uniquely presented BJ8, the final development of the legendary 'Big Healey'.
DESCRIPTION
- Impressive late Mk III finished in BMW Calypso Red over Old English White with a cream leather interior
- Imported into the UK during 1989 from Cincinnati, Ohio and UK-registered on 15/01/1990. Owned by our vendor since 2015 with two previous UK keepers
- Treated to a full on restoration and duly converted to right-hand drive during its early days in the UK
- The engine was completely stripped and rebuilt by JME Healeys of Leamington Spa at a cost of £5,441 in 2006
- During 2017, Dennis Welch Motorsport were invited to rebuild the steering box, radiator and coolant system and upgrade the ignition system to aid smoother starting and running (£1,900)
- The Overdrive on/off switch is now incorporated in the gear lever, a much better position
- Good history file containing many receipts for items and work carried out since 1990 demonstrating a great level of care
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 154
- Make
- AUSTIN-HEALEY
- Model
- 3000
- Variant
- BJ8
- Registration Number
- KAW 842E
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- HBJ8L39921
- Engine Number
- HBJ8L39921
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- BMW Calypso Red/OEW
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- simon@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACTSCORE:
108 / 135
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Vehicle History
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
Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 10th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 11th December between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, 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 11th 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.
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