1966 Austin Healey 3000

Carolina Muscle Cars Inc. - e Bay Template Engine Size 2912 Inline Transmission Type 4 Speed Manual with Overdrive Body Style convertible Miles 58937 Vin HBJ 8 L 32598 Stock 0870 1966 Austin Healey MK III 3000 Concourse Resto Heritage Certificate Overdrive

CMC is proud to be the exclusive consignor of the "Eastern Collection". This savvy collector traveled the country in search of some of the finest classic cars in America. We have the opportunity to sell over 30 of these fine automobiles. Keep an eye on our site and follow us on Instagram and Facebook for early buying opportunities. (#carolinamusclecars)

Up next from the "Eastern Collection" is a Fully Restored 1966 Austin Healey MK III 3000 Convertible. Powered by the 2912 CC Inline 6 Cylinder and backed by the 4 Speed Manual Transmission. With excellent ownership history back to the original owner and a stunning concourse restoration, this Austin Healey is not to be overlooked.

Ownership history on this beautiful classic goes back to the original owner, Nancy. Nancy was moving to Washington D.C. and she was driving a 1960 Triumph at the time with out locking doors. Her father told her that she must have a car with locking doors in the big city. Nancy's father insisted on paying half for a new car for her, so The car was meticulously maintained by the original owner who held ownership up until 1996. Numerous maintenance receipt from Manhattan Auto in Fairfax, Virginia were saved. The original owner passed away and she left the Austin Healey to her nephew who resided in Atlanta, Georgia. The nephew had the car full frame off restoration expertly performed by George Pope who followed the Austin Healey Originality Concourse Registry Guide. No items were overlooked and the end result was a like new Austin Healey. George Pope is very highly regarded in the Austin Healey community. It has been mentioned that the restoration cost was in excess of $90,000. The underside of the car is as clean as the top. Restoration receipts will accompany the sale of the car.

Mechanically the car runs and drives as one would expect of this caliber of restoration. The motor is very smooth and powerful. The stainless steel exhaust sounds incredible at higher rpm. The transmission shifts with easy and it a pleasure to drive.

Documentation of the Austin Healey will include a photo album which contains the photos of Nancy with her car. There is also a photo book documenting the concourse quality restoration. The car also has the British Heritage Certificate documenting the original engine numbers and original color codes. The car also won best of show at an Austin Healey car show.

Options documented with the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust:

In line 6 cylinder 2912 CC Engine 4-Speed Manual Transmission with Overdrive Chrome plated wire wheels Leather interior Convertible top bonnet Laminated Windscreen Adjustable Steering Column Heater Blue Tonneau Cover Wire Wheel spare tiretools and accessory in trunk!

If you are looking for a very special European Classic, you have found it. With being in the same family since new, Having proper documentation and awards, and having a very high end restoration, this Austin Healey will be a hard one to replace. Call CMC today on this outstanding automobile.

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Carolina Muscle Cars is a full service, Classic Car Dealer in NC specializing in classic, muscle, exotic and sport cars. We Sell, Buy, Service and Restore Dream Cars! We also offer Finance and Shipping. When considering a Classic Car Dealer, have confidence knowing we go back 30 years in this Industry. We understand your needs, wants and expectations. We have firsthand knowledge to take your Classic Car to the level you desire. Contact CMC and access the resources of a longtime enthusiast who understands the history and possesses the unique skills needed to meet your goals. To us, it's more than a Classic car business. It's personal. It's passion. Terms & Conditions

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