€62,500
The Austin Healey 3000 MK1 BT7, introduced in 1959, marked an important chapter in the history of classic British sports cars. With its powerful six-cylinder engine, elegant lines, and pure driving experience, the Big Healey quickly became a beloved icon among sports car enthusiasts worldwide. This particular example was built in August 1959 and comes with a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate confirming its authenticity. It is a fully matching numbers car – chassis, body, engine, and even the original ignition key all correspond exactly to the factory records from 1959. Imported from the United States in 2019, the car subsequently underwent a meticulous body-off restoration. In June 2023, this Austin Healey was registered in the Netherlands and has seen only limited use since. The 2,912cc six-cylinder engine, paired with a four-speed manual gearbox with overdrive, delivers a delightful combination of power and refinement. The BT7 variant features the 2+2 seating configuration. The interior is beautifully finished with high-quality materials, chrome trim is in excellent condition, and the bodywork is presented in very nice paint. All chrome trim is in excellent condition, accentuating the elegant yet sporty lines of the car. Also equipped with a list of interesting options such as Minilite rims with Michelin X-AS tyres, SPAX telescopic adjustable rear shock absorber conversion, Fosseway brakes front, seats dash and steering wheel in leather, spin-on oil filter conversion, alternator conversion, large cooling fan, electronic ignition, fog lights on stainless steel brackets, indoor car cover etc. and all original items are sold with the car! If you are looking for an iconic British sports car that is correct in every detail and ready for spirited touring, we warmly invite you to experience this 1959 Austin Healey 3000 MK1 BT7 for yourself.
Year
1959
Make
Austin-Healey
Model
3000
Mileage
55199
Transmission
Manual + overdrive