
1964 AUSTIN HEALEY 3000 MKIII PHASE II
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1964 Austin Healey 3000 MKIII Phase II
This lovely Austin Healey 3000 MKIII Phase II was built in early August 1964 and supplied new in right-hand drive for the UK market. Delivered by Car Mart Sales Ltd in London, the car came equipped from new with wire wheels, overdrive, a laminated windscreen, and an adjustable steering column. The original buff logbook shows it was first registered to Stewarts & Lloyds Ltd of Park Street, London W1, and initially kept in Northampton.
The car passed through several owners in its early years, with recorded keepers in Kettering, Hampshire, and Leicestershire between 1967 and 1972. After this relatively active start, the Healey settled with one long-term owner for 31 years, from 1972 to 2003. It then spent 15 years with an enthusiast in Leeds before being acquired by its most recent owner in Cumbria, who has carefully maintained it for the last six years.
The extensive history file shows the car had covered just over 64,000 miles by 1972. A major turning point in its life came in 1982, when it underwent a full nut-and-bolt restoration at K & J.B Restorations Ltd, a respected Healey specialist based in Coventry. The rebuild was comprehensive: the body was stripped to bare metal, repainted throughout, and rebuilt with new suspension, brakes, steering, fuel and cooling systems, and a complete rewire. The engine was upgraded with a gas-flowed, ported head, triple SU carburettors, and a six-branch manifold. A 3.5 differential was also fitted, making the car more suited to long-distance touring.
Since the restoration, it has spent much of its time being carefully stored and lightly used, regularly attending shows and events where it picked up awards. In more recent years, it has received ongoing attention to ensure it remains mechanically sound and enjoyable to drive. Work includes a full rebuild of the carburettors, a new clutch, front and rear oil seals, suspension work, brake overhaul (including new discs and pads), and sill preservation. The interior was also refreshed with new seat foams and retrimming where needed.
The body remains straight with good panel fit and no obvious rust issues. The underside is body-coloured, clean, and nicely detailed—a clear reflection of the care it has received since the 1980s restoration. The paintwork has gently aged and while not flawless, it suits the character of the car and speaks to its well-preserved condition. Chrome, leather, woodwork, and hood are all in good order. The engine bay is clean and smartly presented, and the boot area is tidy.
Out on the road, this is a particularly strong-driving Healey. The upgraded engine pulls well with good oil pressure and a lively note, while the gearbox shifts smoothly and the overdrive engages as it should. Brakes are sharp and servo-assisted. The car handles well, and both the cooling and electrical systems are in good working order.
This Austin Healey 3000 MKIII Phase II is a properly sorted example, a well-maintained driver’s car with real character and an impressive history. With its strong mechanicals, aged but honest cosmetic condition, and a solid restoration behind it, it’s ready to be enjoyed as intended—on the open road.
MOT Certificates :
2025 - 6,726 miles
2024 - 6,428 miles
2023 - 6,203 miles
2022 - 6,088 miles
2021 - 5,517 miles
2020 - 4,822 miles
2019 - 1,921 miles
2018 - 1,826 miles
2016 - 1,693 miles
2015 - 1,658 miles
2013 - 1,342 miles
2012 - 1,131 miles
2011 - 1,043 miles
2009 - 849 miles
2008 - 609 miles
2007 - 347 miles
2006 - 18 miles
2005 - 99,753 miles
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V5C, Heritage Certificate, Restoration Photographs, Various Invoices,
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History of the 1963 - 1968 Austin-Healey 3000 :
In 1959, Austin-Healey released its replacement for the 100-6. The Austin-Healey 3000 (designated the BN7 in roadster form and the BT7 as a 2+2) retained the Jensen Motors-built body and wheelbase of its predecessor. Big news for the 3000 included front disc brakes and a 124-horsepower 2,912cc straight-six, mated to a 4-speed transmission with an electric overdrive. Almost 14,000 were sold before the 3000 MkI was replaced with the Austin-Healey 3000 MkII in 1961.
The big differences in the new Austin-Healey 3000 MkII were a triple-carburettor engine (SU HS4) rated at 132 horsepower and a distinctive new grille with vertical bars. Late in 1962, the two-seater was dropped, roll-up windows were introduced, and the carburettors (which had proved troublesome) were replaced with twin SU HS6 units. This new convertible was designated the BJ7.
The final iteration of the Austin-Healey 3000 was the MkIII version of 1963, designated the BJ8. Power was up again, this time to 150 horsepower and the cockpit was extensively revised to make the 3000 MkIII the most luxurious of all big Healeys.
All Austin-Healey 3000s are powerful, good looking and very collectible. They do suffer from rust, with the door pillars and inner panels being notoriously bad. Panel fit at the front should also be checked as the bonnet area is susceptible to damage due to low bumpers. The exhaust system is also very low and prone to damage, and steering boxes tend to wear. Many upmarket improvements are available, including suspension, electrics, and mechanical upgrades.
The Austin-Healey 3000 had a significant competition history, including URX 727, arguably the most famous racing 3000. This car, a 1960 Austin-Healey 3000 MkI, was raced by Pat Moss (sister of Stirling) and Ann Wisdom. It achieved an outright victory in the Liege-Rome-Liege rally, which is considered by many to be the toughest rally in Europe.
Today good examples of the Austin-Healey 3000 are very collectable. Alternative roadsters from the era include the Jaguar XK150, the Jaguar E-Type, and the AC Cobra.
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