2011-02-20 00:24:43 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction 2/11 www.bonhams.com/cgi-bin/public.sh/pubweb/publicSite.r Sale 19137 - Automobilia, Motos de collection et Automobiles d'exception au Grand Palais, 5 Feb 2011 Lot No: 385 1966 Austin Healey 3000 MkIII Phase II Cabriolet Chassis no. HBJ8L/35959 Representing the Big Healey's final and most popular incarnation, this BJ8 Phase II model has had only three owners from new and was acquired by the last owner in 2007. The car was completely restored in 2009/2010 when works carried out included a 'bare metal' strip-down and complete bodywork restoration; repaint in two-tone white/black; new front and rear bumpers; new wheels and hubs; new red leather interior trim; new carpet; and new soft top and tonneau cover. In addition, the carburettors have been overhauled and the engine fully rebuilt with new pistons; a new aluminium cylinder head (converted to unleaded compatibility); new alloy sump; new clutch; new dynamo and starter motor; and a stainless steel exhaust system. The car comes with its original tool kit, owner's manual and sundry invoices for parts totalling €9,000. Sold for €57,500 inclusive of Buyer's Premium