Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII Convertible '65

• Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII Convertible with 4-speed manual transmission and overdrive

• 2,912 cc engine
  
• Indicated mileage of 79,314 miles
  
• Older professional restoration
  
• Belgian registration documents and Belgian Car-Pass present
  
  

The Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII Convertible is one of the most recognisable British sports cars of the 1960s. Its long bonnet, classic roadster lines and open-top driving experience give it the character for which the big Healeys remain highly appreciated today.




This example was first registered on 22 April 1965 and is finished in British Racing Green. The 2,912 cc engine is paired with a 4-speed manual transmission with overdrive. The indicated mileage is 79,314 miles.




The car underwent a professional restoration in the past. The bodywork was repainted and shows signs of use. The interior was also restored and presents well, with signs of use consistent with the age and use of the car.




Technically, the Austin-Healey drives very well. The engine is in good, honest condition and the car has been well maintained. The clutch, 4-speed manual transmission, overdrive and brakes all function well. Points of attention include oil loss around the cylinder head gasket, a handbrake that requires adjustment and the older tyres.




Our Oldtimerfarm inspection team has prepared an inspection report for this vehicle.




Technical specifications




• Make: Austin-Healey


• Model: 3000 MkIII Convertible
  
• Year: 1965
  
• Date of first registration: 22/04/1965
  
• Engine capacity: 2,912 cc
  
• Transmission: 4-speed manual
  
• Overdrive: Present and working
  
• Colour: British Racing Green
  
• Indicated mileage: 79,314 miles
  
• Chassis number: HBJ8L31332
  
  

Condition and points of attention




Restoration and originality




• Older professional restoration




Bodywork




• Repainted


• Signs of use
  
  

Paintwork




• Repainted


• Numerous paint blisters
  
• Paintwork requires attention
  
  

Underside




• Extensive grease traces




Tyres




• Good tread


• Older tyres
  
• Date from 2007 and 2012
  
• Due to their age, only suitable for limited further use
  
  

Interior, soft top and carpets




• Nicely restored interior


• Restored with normal signs of use
  
• Carpets nicely restored
  
  

Chassis number check




• Original chassis number present


• Chassis number also re-stamped
  
• Location: right front strut
  
• Additional number stamped on the beam behind the right front wheel
  
  

Engine bay




• Older restoration


• Recently worked on
  
  

Engine and mechanics




Engine




• Good, honest condition


• Drives very well
  
• Oil loss around the cylinder head gasket
  
  

Fluids and maintenance




• Well maintained




Battery




• Due for replacement in the foreseeable future




Clutch




• Works well




Gearbox




• 4-speed manual transmission


• Works well
  
  

Overdrive




• Works well




Brakes




• Work well




Handbrake




• Adjustment required


• Left side works less effectively
  
  

Electrical system




• Horn works


• Windscreen wipers work
  
• Heating works
  
• Dashboard works
  
  

Lighting




• Works well


• Front and rear fog lights are wired together
  
  

Axles and suspension




• Work well




Documents




• Belgian registration documents


• Belgian Car-Pass present
  
• Car-Pass:
  
  

This Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII Convertible can be viewed at Oldtimerfarm, Lobulckstraat 9, 9880 Aalter, Belgium.

Visits are possible with or without an appointment. If desired, the car can also be inspected on a vehicle lift.

Oldtimerfarm has more than 300 classic cars and motorcycles and is located just 5 minutes from the Aalter exit of the E40 motorway.

Also watch our videos:

Warranty:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mv9nimvtu8M

Mileage of classic cars (km/Miles):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-sd5QJg5po

Purchase procedure:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNc9Ag1mDPQ