A brilliant red 1962 Austin Healey 3000 Mark II with a gleaming white hardtop and matching white side stripes - now that's a color combination that'll get your heart racing! The MkII BT7 is a sweet spot for Healey enthusiasts, blending the larger MkII engine with lightweight doors and removable roofs for the purest sports car experience. Rolling on classic 15" stainless wire knock-off wheels wrapped in period-correct 165/80R15 tires from 2009, this little British bombshell looks ready to carve up some winding roads.
Slip inside and you're greeted by a red vinyl interior that carries through the vibrant exterior theme. The bucket seats show some character from miles of motoring enjoyment, but they're still ready to hold you snug through every curve. A classic banjo-style steering wheel puts you in command, while the center console-mounted shifter for the 4-speed manual with overdrive falls readily to hand, just begging you to click through the gears. Side curtains stand ready to fend off any errant raindrops, although we think this Healey looks best with the top stowed and the sun shining in.
Tilt the long, sculpted hood forward and you'll find the original numbers-matching 2.9L inline-six, fed by a trio of SU carburetors. It's a setup that provides an addictive soundtrack from the dual exhaust as the rpm climb. With a full $30k motor rebuild in 2020, this powerplant is running in peak form. The front discs and rear drums have seen recent service too, so you can drive with confidence. And when the road opens up, just flick the overdrive switch on the dash to settle into a cruise.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Original numbers-matching 2.9L inline-6 engine
Triple SU carburetors
4-speed manual transmission with electric overdrive
$30k motor rebuild in 2020
Recent brake service
Front disc brakes
Dual exhaust
Brilliant red paint with white side stripes
Removable white hardtop
15" stainless wire knock-off wheels
165/80R15 tires
Fender-mounted mirrors
Red vinyl bucket seats
Banjo-style steering wheel
4-speed shifter with overdrive switch
Side curtains
British Motor Industry Heritage Trust paperwork
Pre-restoration photos
$13,850 in additional service receipts (2023)
Restoration spreadsheet (2002-2010) detailing $20k+ in work
This 1962 Austin Healey 3000 Mark II is the perfect choice for the European sports car fan seeking a vivid driving experience steeped in history. With its heritage paperwork, extensive service records documenting over $63k in restoration work, and that knockout red-over-red color scheme, this Healey stands out from the crowd. Don't miss your chance to put this numbers-matching 1960s sports car legend in your garage. Call today!
