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- The September Classic Car Sale 2022
- 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk 3 Phase II (BJ8)
1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk 3 Phase II (BJ8)
Lot Number: 799
1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk 3 Phase II (BJ8)
Classically presented BJ8, the final development of the legendary 'Big Healey'.
- Sold for: £60,750
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 24th September, 2022 at 11.00am BST at
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BODY COLOUR
Ice Blue/Ivory -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
KUC 341D -
ODOMETER READING
59000 Miles
SUMMARY
Classically presented BJ8, the final development of the legendary 'Big Healey'.
DESCRIPTION
- The Phase II benefited from a revised rear chassis and separate indicator side lights
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This is an original, UK-supplied, right-hand drive car first registered on 20/06/1966
- Classically finished in Healey Ice Blue over ivory with a dark blue soft top and chrome wires
- The paintwork was refreshed and the interior retrimmed in 2009 and with light use in recent years, it remains in excellent condition
- With its current registered keeper for the last 11 years and has covered just over 59,000 miles
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Good history file listing previous owners, restoration details from the 1980s, past MOTs from 1975 at 29,000 miles, the original green logbook and letters and adverts for the car which include mileages when it changed hands lending support to the current indicated mileage
- Recent service. Fresh MOT until September 2023, issued with no advisories
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 799
- Make
- AUSTIN HEALEY
- Model
- 3000 MK 3
- Variant
- BJ8
- Registration Number
- KUC 341D
- MOT Expiry
- 16/09/2023
- Chassis Number
- HBJ835986
- Engine Number
- 29K4H10623
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Ice Blue/Ivory
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSCORE:
108 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Paintwork was renewed in 2009 and the car had seen only occasional use since. Very good paintwork.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Trim renewed in 2009. Leather Seats in very good condition.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
A very willing engine which pulls well through the gears and holds a good oil pressure
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
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Electrics
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Vehicle History
Remarks
In the current owner's hands for the past 11 years and with a detailed History File showing details of previous owners and Restoration Details from the 1980's. Past MOT's date from 1975 at 29,000 miles.
Restoration Notes
An older restoration which still presents very well due to limited use and careful storage
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 25th September between 10am and 3pm and Monday 26th September between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partners, 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 26th 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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