Introduction
Darren Rungasamy
A no-compromise grand tourer, the Healey offers reward after reward.
A tribute to Britain’s heritage of beefy sports cars, the Austin-Healey 3000 roots were founded in the low-volume sports car company headed by Donald Healey. A collaboration with Austin not only provided Healey with a series of proven engines but also shifted production volumes into the thousands. The basic design was released in 1953, but had evolved into a six-cylinder roadster within 3 years.
It found favour as a car that didn’t compromise anything and expected command and commitment from the driver, earning satisfaction by mastering its talent. By no means a difficult car to drive, its non-nonsense 1950s roots still had huge appeal by the time the 3000 appeared in 1959. By this time, exports were booming, and took precedence over the home market, which, helped by its impressive competition history, created a legend out of the Big Healey.
One of the few cars that actually became better as production continued, the BJ7 models of 1962 added concessions such as a new wrap-around windscreen, wind-up side windows and an easy-to-raise hood, but the urge of the 3-litre C Series engine mated to Twin SU HS6 carburettors made it one of the most desirable Healeys built.
This home market 1962 BJ7 MK2 3000 is finished in Colorado Red with a black interior. It comes with files of invoices back to 1986, which include body restorations, engine and gearbox rebuilds, as well as invoices for maintenance and cosmetic improvements. Sold to the current owner by a retired police sergeant, this car has seen spending of ~£22,000 in the last 3 years. Sold with an MOT until August 2026, two keys and a service just 20 miles ago, this is a well-presented example of a car that still retains its original ‘Buff’ log book and has seen decades of attention. Overall, this is a Healey which is up to scratch, not like many others around. It's in very good condition (had the Investment in the right areas) - & very drivable/useable - starts on the button!
This listing was written from information supplied by Darren after meeting David the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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Trevor. My apologies for not replying more promptly. I understand what you say re the Cavity Sections (which is easy/inexpensive to do) – but since when the upgrade restoration work was carried out (around 3 years ago) – there was little need to undertake. The Healey (when driven) was always in the dry & likewise (when kept in the dry when stored) was also – so there was really no need to do. Overall – she’s a lovely kept car – & hopefully will make someone proud! Hoping this suitably answers your question. Regards. David
Thanks David, Do you know if the cavity sections (chassis, sills etc have been treated at all (Waxoyl or whatever is used these days)?
Thank you for the message via Trade Classics. Without wishing to evade the question on signs of rust/chrome not pitted – the photographs in the Mechanics Section which Darren took answer much. To add, I deliberately asked to be included the last few (of the underneath) – which were taken when the Healey was on the ramp having it’s last MOT in the summer. Furthermore, since it’s Body Restoration around2/3 years ago, the Healey has always been kept in the dry/garaged – & when driven, it’s been in the dry. So (& I’m not aware of such) – any rust will be surface if any thing – & likewise with the Chrome. Without regards to the tape hanging down – it’s basically Ribbon – which is connected to the Bonnet Release Catch – to make life easy (& not to disturb any Electrical Wires) when wishing to open the Bonnet (something which all Healey owners are/would be wise to do!). Finally, I confirm that the Screen Wash Reservoir Bottle is under the Passenger Side Dash – which (may I again add) was last used when “she” went through it’s last MOT. Overall, hoping that I’ve suitably answered your questions. With many thanks. David
Hi, a few questions. Is there any sign of rust anywhere and is the chrome work good and not pitted? Also could you comment on the underside. Have cavities been waxoyled or similar? A couple of silly questions if I may. There seems to be tapes hanging under the driver side dash. What is it? Also is it the screen wash reservoir bottle under the passenger side dash. Thank you.
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