1967 Austin Healey BJ8

3000 Mark III Convertible

2912 cc inline six

Manual

HBJ8L41215

Clear

Gasoline

1967 Austin Healey 3000 Mark III BJ8 Convertible VIN / Chassis Number: HBJ8L41215 Metallic Golden Beige / Black / Black One of only 553 cars in Metallic Golden Beige to commemorate the final production All numbers matching Heritage Certificate Professional Rotisserie Body-Off Restoration 1992 New interior upholstery and trim Less than 1600 miles since restoration PHOTOS: There are more than 150 photos below. Please allow time to load on slower Internet connections. You can also Click here for high-resolution slideshow About the Big Healey · Produced 1953-1967 · 73,004 total cars produced · 16,321 BJ8 MK III, Phase 2 produced · Last year of series production 1967 · This car built March 29-31, 1967, per Heritage Certificate · One of only 553 cars in Metallic Golden Beige to commemorate the final production · Dispatched new to USA April 10, 1967, per Heritage Certificate Current Owner Since 1992 · Purchased soon after complete rotisserie restoration · 19,108 miles indicated at purchase · Less than 1600 miles driven since 1992 · Extra Clean, never smoked in Standard Equipment · 2912 cc inline six, 150 HP · Walnut dash · Roll-up windows · Servo-assisted front disc brakes · Phase II rear chassis for improved ground clearance over earlier models Options as-built · Metallic Golden Beige exterior · Black top · Black Ambla vinyl interior · Wire wheels · Overdrive · Heater · Adjustable steering column · Laminated windscreen · Black tonneau cover Engine · 2912 cc inline six, 150 HP · Engine #29K-RU-H/15823, matching Heritage Certificate · Fully rebuilt at restoration · Correct factory exhaust system · Starts, idles, runs, drives and stops as it should. · Radiator recently recored · Gauges show normal temperature and oil pressure · No oil consumption, noises or smoking concerns · No obvious oil leaks · Recent oil change service 4-Speed Gearbox · #15787 matches Heritage Certificate · Electric overdrive · Gearbox shifts smoothly up and down to all gears with no noises · Transmission and differential oils both recently changed. · New clutch disc, pressure plate, release bearing and bushing at restoration · Clutch operates as it should, with no shudder or slipping Suspension, brakes, steering · New kingpins, fulcrum pins and bushings at restoration · Idler arm rebuilt · New end links and sway bar bushings · New front brake pads and rotors · DOT 5 silicone brake fluid, recently properly installed with full flush. Brakes are firm. · Michelin XZX tires, new at restoration · New Dayton wire wheels · New splines, new knock-offs at restoration · Does not pull or have uneven tire wear. No noises or looseness. No steering vibration. · No leaks of brake fluid · Parking brake operates properly · Shocks not leaking, feel firm on the road with no clunking or other noises from suspension. Body · Body #86075 matches Heritage Certificate · Fully repainted at frame-off restoration. · No body or other structural rust whatsoever · All panel gaps as-new. Doors and lids all open and close easily and with no noises or rubbing. · Windshield washers and wipers all work · Lucas headlights operate properly · Windows operate correctly · Original interior mirror · Correct Ambla vinyl seats, new at restoration · Steering is adjustable for reach · All wood trim in excellent condition with no cracking · Carpet new at restoration · Convertible top new at restoration and clean inside and out · Rear plastic window in excellent condition with no discoloration or damage. · All glass in very good condition · All seals in very good condition · Bumpers fully re-chromed · All bright trim in very good condition Other Features · New correct cloth-covered wiring harness at restoration · Ignition key #FS.907 matches Heritage Certificate · New voltage regulator, relay switches · Starter and generator rebuilt · Gauges rebuilt · All instruments work properly · All lights work properly · Lap belts properly installed · Turn signal switch just rebuilt. Operates and self-cancels properly · Speedometer and odometer accurate as compared to GPS on road tests · No warning lights on · Heater works properly · Fan for heater boost is quiet and smooth · New battery October 2011 · Factory battery disconnect switch with instruction tag. Also included: · Copy of Heritage Certificate · Restoration photos · Amco rubber floor mats with logos · Spare wire wheel, believed original, with vintage Michelin X radial tire, both in very good condition · Correct spare wheel hold-down and leather strap · Knock-off hammer, jack, jack handle, all fully restored · Original tonneau with metal supports in new storage bag. · Black top boot, new at restoration, fits properly · Beverley Hills Motoring Accessories fitted flannel car cover, clean and in very good condition “The large print giveth and the small print taketh away”- Tom Waits: Please remember, this is a used car, which, as nice as it may be, is not prefect. I strive to deliver accurate descriptions, but it is possible to miss small deficiencies and will not be held liable for these minor misnomers. This vehicle is sold AS IS/WHERE IS and comes with no warranties, expressed or implied, whatsoever. Known issues: Very few nicks and imperfections from careful use during 21 years since restoration Windshield and door glasses are original. Some light scratches on door glasses. Some pitting on windshield. One small delamination at right upper corner. See photo. Windshield bright trim is original, so not fully restored, but in very good condition Not included: · Original copy of Heritage Certificate. New Certificates can be ordered here · Owner’s Manual · NO ADDITIONAL PARTS OR RECORDS ARE INCLUDED · NO PARTS ARE AVAILABLE THAT ARE NOT IN PHOTOS, SORRY Pre-purchase inspection is welcomed. Please contact me through “Ask a question” to arrange inspection and for any additional information. Offered with realistic reserve. There is no “Buy It Now” price. Auction will not end early. Car will be sold to the highest bidder. Terms: Buyer is responsible for vehicle pickup or shipping. $1000.00 deposit required within 48 hours of auction close. PayPal accepted for deposit, only. Payment methods accepted: -Wire transfer in US funds. -Cashier's Check (certified from US or Canadian bank) or money order. -Cash (in person). PayPal not accepted for full purchase payment. Bid with confidence! See my 100% positive feedback. PHOTOS: There are more than 150 photos below. Please allow time to load on slower Internet connections. You can also Click here for high-resolution slideshow