1961 AUSTIN HEALEY 3000 Mk2 BT7 2+2 ROADSTER – MANUAL + O/DRIVE – 10,290 MILES SHOWING
The 1961 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II BT7 is a 2+2 seater roadster known for the introduction of quite rare triple SU carburettors and a distinctive vertically slatted grille.
As a “Big Healey,” it features a robust 2.9 Litre straight-six engine and was the primary production model before the transition to wind-up windows in 1962.
This example was delivered new to the Car Mart Ltd of Ealing London on the 27th of October 1961.
Presenting in it’s original colour of Colorado Red and Red interior trim.
We hold a copy of the BMIHT Production Record Trace Certificate # 95/8285.
This shows some differences in it’s original form, namely engine and wheel change.
We also hold acknowledgement from the Federal Government’s Department of Infrastructure & Transport that this car must have entered Australia prior to 1989, which is when the Motor Vehicle Standards Act commenced the current Import Approval scheme.
Technical Specification
Engine 2,912 cc (2.9 L) BMC C-Series I6
Power 132 bhp (98.4Kw) @ 4,750 rpm
Torque 167 lb-ft (226 Nm) @ 3,000 rpm
Fuel System Triple SU HS4 carburettors
Transmission 4-speed manual (with Laycock de Normanville overdrive on 3rd & 4th gears)
Brakes Front Girling discs; rear drums
Suspension Independent front (coil springs); live rear axle (leaf springs)
Chassis Separate steel ladder-type frame with steel and aluminium body panels
We hold some service records for this car from Healey specialists in Victoria, The Healey Factory and most recently dated the 9th of April 2024.
A beautiful and curvaceous English sportscar of the 60’s, beautifully presented and waiting for the next owner to love and enjoy it.
The car comes with both a good soft top and full tonneau cover for both types of driving pleasure.
Currently on Historic registration in South Australia, this is not transferable, however it would be eligible for similar schemes in other jurisdictions, which equates to minimal on road costs.
Available to inspect on our state of the art showroom floor in Adelaide.
We can arrange transport door to door Australia wide. more
