1967 Austin Healey BJ8 3000 Mark III the Last Vin Numbered Left Hand Drive 43020

1967 Austin Healey 3000 Mark III Description

Vin. number 43020 has been verified by the Austin Healey Club of America to be the last BJ8 left hand drive ever produced. There are believed to be six additional cars built after this, but all are right hand drive cars.

Built November 1 - 2 of 1967

Shipped to Compton, CA November 8, 1967

Body: 87823

Engine: 29K/RU/H17486

Gearbox: 17502

Rear Axle: 16343

Wire wheels, Overdrive, Adjustable Steering Column, Heater, Laminated Windscreen (high impact type).

The ownership history of this car includes 45 years with the past two owners. It was purchased in 1971 by a gentlemen who worked at Hughes Engineering. The car was said to be meticulously maintained and always garaged. The car received a British Racing Green repaint near the end of his 32 year ownership. It was said to be without history of a major frame or body collision.

Interior appears to be from original and in good condition. Top is newer. Paint shows well. Bright work shows well, but is original. Dash wood appears to have been refinished. Some work done on the drivers floor board – only visible from the undercarriage and then after careful inspection.

Under its current ownership it has been garaged in heated storage and driven less than 1,000 miles. It received a new clutch in 2015. It was started this afternoon and runs very well. As the car has seen little road time in the past 13 years it is suggested that it be trailered to its new home and sorted through by a trusted mechanic, there is nothing to indicate that it could not make a distance trip – simply a precaution to potential buyers. It is further suggested that any potential buyers plan a personal inspection to verify the fine condition of this car.

The car is located in Rapid City, South Dakota.

Questions, personal inspection, or specific pictures available upon request.