The history

One of the most successful sports car models from Great Britain is the Austin Healey. 

The BN1 and BN2 with 4-cylinder engines left the production line 14,614 times, a total of 1,932 examples of the BN4 and BN6 with the first 6-cylinder engines were produced and exactly 42,926 of the 3000 series (BN7, BT7, BJ7 and BJ8) were built between 1959 and 1968.  

The example shown here is a true Briton with right-hand drive. First registered in the south of England in June 1962, the sports car had three owners, as documented on the original English vehicle registration document. 

A Swiss man living in England took his Healey to Switzerland, had it extensively overhauled in 2012 and has been driving the car to this day.

Bodywork and paintwork

The bodywork is very good, the underbody solid and preserved. The paintwork was renewed in 2012 and is now in a well-kept condition.

Interieur

The genuine leather interior was renewed, as was the carpet landscape. The soft top was also renewed and adapted to the linkage.

Engine and mechanics

The “Big Healey” shines with the power of a 6-cylinder engine with a displacement of 3 liters, which is why it is called the Austin Healey 3000. This engine was completely overhauled in 2014.

A lot was invested in the technology of this MK2, which is reflected in the optimized ignition system, an additional oil cooling system and an additional fan for hot days. Anyone who wants to drive long distances in the Healey will be grateful for the revised 2014 manual gearbox with overdrive.

Chassis

The brakes and chassis were overhauled for the last veteran's test and show very good values on the test bench. The usual rubber silent blocks on the chassis were replaced with silicone mounts.

Driving experience

Alongside the Jaguar E-Type, the Austin Healey is considered the most British and most beautiful sports roadster ever. A great example with the right sound and impressive performance.

Recommendation

This Mk2 is one of the very rare 3-carburetor models that was restored 12 years ago. Since the restoration, the Healey has been lovingly cared for and presents itself in a very honest and extremely healthy condition. In Ice Blue with the matching genuine leather interior, it is many a heartbreaker - and an attractive entry-level opportunity into the world of Big Healeys.