1965 Austin Healey BJ8 Roadster Description

1965 Austin Healey BJ8 (3000)

MotoeXotica is pleased to announce our latest British classic, gorgeous nut and bolt restored 1965 Austin Healey BJ8. Commonly referred to as the “Big Healey” the 3000 MK III was the company’s greatest success, ue to its performance, andling, nd luxurious interior. With the MK III being last of the Austin Healey breed it became the most powerful and luxurious of all the Healey’s, hus cars are the most sought after Healey’s. Production of the MK III is divided into two Phases of production, ith Phase II starting in May of 1964. The most significant change between the Phases’ was a modified rear chassis to improve ground clearance by almost an inch.

This wonderfully restored BJ8 is painted in Carman Red; the paint is in great condition imperfections are far-and-few between. The owner and restorer spent countless hours and dollars fully restoring the car, ocumenting the entire process with photos and receipts. The car was purchased in 1999 out of long term storage. We have photos of the car from the day it was purchased. It was restored from 2000 to 2002 and has traveled 11,365 miles since the completion; the odometer was reset to zero at the time of the completion. In fact the gentleman kept all receipts and paperwork for every part. New to the car, ut not limited to work: new wiring harness, ew rocker panels, artial tow boxes, hot face, og legs, ew brake lines, heel cylinders, ew power booster, ew top and boot, riginal tonneau cover. New upgraded Pertronix ignition, achometer converted to Pertronix ignition system, ew base-coat clear paint by Tom Roy. The engine has been rebuilt from the crank up and many parts have been upgraded too. Every aspect of this Austin has been touched, hether it needed to restored or replaced the restoration process was completed properly.

Interior:

2+2 seating Smith’s black faced gauges Dash mounted rear-view mirror Black vinyl bucket seats with metallic weave trim, xcellent condition Black carpet, xcellent condition Walnut-veneer dashboard Walnut steering wheel Air conditioning & heat Original spare Original roadside jack and tool kit Fire extinguisher

Exterior:

New soft top Wrap-around windshield Bright work in fantastic condition Original wire spoke wheels Dunlop 165R15 tires New boot cover Push button door handles with lock

Mechanical:

Original Numbers matching 2,912cc Inline 6 cylinder Twin SU carburetors Smitty’s 5-speed conversion transmission Servo-assisted front disc & rear Girling drum brakes Twin radius arm rear suspension

With a prestigious heritage and large enthusiast network, he MK III Healey’s are still highly sought after for concourse and classic car competitions today. These agile little roadsters hark back to an era of rally and road racing dominated by British roadsters. It’s easy to understand why, nce driving, here are few cars that give the driver such direct feedback and enjoyable experience. This car needs to be seen to believe the fantastic condition!

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VIN: HBJ8L28769 MILES: 11,365

Specifications Asking Price: $64,900 Miles: 11,365 VIN: HBJ8L28769 Year: 1965 Make: Austin Healey Model: BJ8 Title: Clear Warranty: Condition: Used Options: Engine: Straight 6 Transmission: Manual Body: Roadster Doors: 2 Stock Number: C00140 Lot Number: Exterior: Red Interior: Black Video