1963 Austin Healey 3000

Convertible

Six Cylinder

Manual

HBJ7L19337

Clear

Gasoline

This car is a great driver originally restored many years ago. It is Colorado Red that has faded over the years, many say it should be repainted but I enjoy the patina of the aged original style enamel paint. The carpet has been replaced recently along with the dash facia and dash top from Heritage Trim out of Victoria BC. There is a replacement interior side panel kit that comes with the car. The seats are aged but again, they fit like an old shoe and I've enjoyed keeping them as they reflect the history of the car. The transmission and overdrive have been rebuilt within the last 1000 miles. The clutch was replaced at the same time. The car starts up easily and runs like a champ. It has been my favorite Healey, it is much more nimble than my newer heavier 67 BJ8. This was the first model with roll up windows and quick pull up top. The top is aged but still functions well. All gauges work. The steering wheel is not a contemporary reproduction of a period wheel but is an aftermarket wheel produced in the period. It was restored and authenticated by a specialist in North Carolina. The car has been a good dependable car for me since I acquired it in 1994. I polishes up well and would look even better if it were professionally buffed out. But in the end, it's an old enamel paint job with fading and flaws. There isn't any rust that I'm aware of on the car. A fresh paint job and reupholstered seats would really put this car in another class. The drive train is in excellent shape. It holds oil pressure even when warm. It hasn’t burned oil or required oil between oil changes. Please contact me with any questions. The car is sold as is where is with no implied or expressed warranty. I reserve the right to remove the car from the auction as it is for sale locally.