2017-08-18 12:51:09 | Lofty writes:

Car to be at auction 9/17
www.dragoneauctions.com/1960austinhealey3000bt7

Auction description:
Estimate: $60,000 - $65,000

Chassis Number: BT7-L9422

Two owner car from new
Fully restored by noted marque specialist, Sanford Ressler
Austin Healey Heritage Certificate

Offered here is a 1960 BT7 which, is a great example of this iconic British sports car finished in Brilliant Red with a Black interior. The history of this BT7 is known, as it was bought new by a U.S. serviceman stationed in Germany in 1960 who brought it back to the states a short time later. He took excellent care of it until, parting with it in 2010 ending 40 years of ownership. Always garaged and never driven in inclement weather, this example is a solid car that never had any rust. It was then fully restored by noted marque specialist, Sanford Ressler who brought it back to complete showroom condition. The fit and finish on this 3000 is amazing with a deep gloss shine and all panels in correct alignment. This is a matching numbers Healey that would score high points at any judged competition. Austin Healey's magnificent styling is clearly evident in its classic roadster design and this example features a fully detailed engine compartment and an interior that speaks to the very heart of the classic British roadster. This 3000, also has its Austin Healey Heritage Certificate and comes with both hard and soft tops.

2026-06-14 07:07:29 | pauls writes:

Car now on BaT

bringatrailer.com/listing/1960-austin-healey-3000-mk-i-72/

Seller: joesokol

Location: Monterey, California 93940Bring a Trailer Verified Checkout Available

Listing Details

Chassis: HBT7L9422

72k Miles Shown

2.9-Liter Inline-Six

Four-Speed Manual Transmission w/OD

Red Paint

Black Soft Top & Hardtop

Black Upholstery w/White Piping

15" Knock-Off Wire Wheels

Front Disc Brakes

LED Taillights

Heater

Copy of BMIHT Certificate

Private Party or Dealer: Private Party

Lot #248631

This 1960 Austin-Healey 3000 BT7 Mk I is powered by a 2.9-liter inline-six paired with a four-speed manual transmission with overdrive, and the car was refinished in red prior to the seller’s 2020 acquisition. Work since has involved repairing the wire-spoke wheels and replacing the tires. The cabin features black upholstery with white piping as well as Smiths gauges, a banjo-style steering wheel, and a heater. A black hardtop, soft top, and tonneau cover will accompany the car, and other details include front disc brakes, LED taillights, and a hood scoop. This 3000 Mk I is now offered with a copy of the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate, a driver’s handbook, and a clean California title in the seller’s name.

Finished from the factory in Ivory White, the car was repainted in its current shade of red under prior ownership. The car is accompanied by a black soft top, hardtop, and tonneau cover. Attachment tabs for the tonneau cover and soft top are missing. LED taillights have been installed, and other details include a hood scoop, bright trim, and chrome bumpers with overriders.

Knock-off 15″ wire wheels had spokes replaced and were mounted with Michelin XZX tires under current ownership. Braking is handled by front discs and rear drums.

The 2+2 cabin features bucket seats trimmed in black leather with white piping, and interior appointments include a cabin heater, door storage pockets, and a dash-mounted rearview mirror.

The banjo-style steering wheel frames Smiths white-dial instrumentation consisting of a 120-mph speedometer, a 6k-rpm tachometer, a fuel-level gauge, and a combination gauge displaying oil pressure and water temperature. The five-digit odometer shows 72k miles, approximately 1,200 of which were added under current ownership.

The 2.9-liter inline-six featured dual SU HD6 carburetors from the factory for a rating of 137 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission with Laycock de Normanville electric overdrive

A copy of the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate indicates that the car was built on May 4th, 1960, and lists the factory serial numbers, colors, and equipment.

The VIN on the California title is listed as BT7L9422 without the “H” character.