Austin Healey 3000 MKIII BMC Works Tribute

For Sale: 1966 Colorado Red Classic – Beautifully Upgraded & Impeccably Maintained

No auctions. No dealers. No cold calls.

Just a genuine opportunity to own a stunning, high-spec classic that turns heads every single journey.

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Performance & Engine

• Fitted with Triple Weber 45DCOE carburettors, professionally tuned with reduced choke valve sizing (36mm → 34mm) for improved low-end torque.

• 16mm aluminium trumpets with gauze filters.

• Stainless steel exhaust manifold and side-exit exhaust, secured with stainless jubilee clips.

• Alloy race radiator, Kevlar hoses, 10” electric fan, and 5-blade Denis Welch harmonic asymmetric plastic fan for optimal cooling.

• WOSP gear-reduction starter motor.

• Upgraded Lucas Gold Sports coil, NGK leads, and a 123Ignition Tune+ Bluetooth distributor for modern ignition reliability.

• Converted from positive to negative earth for compatibility and reliability.

• Earl’s steel-braided fuel lines and a non-return valve in fuel system.

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Drivetrain & Handling

• Refurbished and fully functional overdrive with in-line fuse and upgraded solenoid.

• Stainless steel gear lever knob with integrated overdrive switch (wired in parallel).

• Competition 7/8” front anti-roll bar.

• Minilite wheels with knock-off adapters and 3-ear Limit Fabrications spinners (torque tool and Thor hammer included—please use carefully!).

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Exterior & Styling

• Original Colorado Red paintwork with a classic black interior.

• Period-correct Mota-Lita wood-rim steering wheel.

• Works-style aluminium louvred bonnet and bustle boot lid.

• Front and rear bumpers removed for a more aggressive, rally-inspired aesthetic.

• Premium chrome rally over-riders fitted at the rear.

• Period black/white number plates.

• WIPAC LED headlights and stainless steel headlight rings.

• Front fog lamp / towing eye brackets installed.

• Rear bumper bars included.

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Interior & Features

• Converted from LHD to right-hand drive.

• Stainless steel washer bottle bracket, aluminium footrest for navigator, and Lucas Sprite main-beam switch.

• Working radio, indicator buzzer, 12V accessory socket, and fuse-protected electronics.

• Various interior components renewed (gaiters, mirror, pedal rubbers, ignition barrel, etc.).

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Documentation & Provenance

• Heritage Certificate with matching numbers.

• All parts sourced from Denis Welch, Moss, Ahead 4 Healeys, or AH Spares.

• Meticulously maintained with a comprehensive list of new parts (see below).

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New Components Fitted

Includes (but not limited to):

Cylinder head, vacuum system components, overdrive solenoid, gearbox inhibitor switch, radiator cap, thermostat & housing, battery, ignition barrel + 2 keys, water pump, interior mirror, boot hardware, and more.

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Extras – Unfitted Mods & Spares Included

• Rare NOS white Pete Farmer hardtop.

• Aluminium sump guard, magnetic sump plug, and spin-on oil filter conversion with Wiz racing filter.

• Cibie Oscar 9” LED fog lamps with covers.

• Dual competition Facet fuel pumps with mounting kits.

• Oil cooler, pressure regulator with gauge, works air intake grille, and scuttle air scoop.

• Assorted trim items, seals, and fittings still to be installed.

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In Summary

This isn’t just a 1966 classic – it’s a carefully curated and sympathetically upgraded machine, ready to be driven, shown, or rallied. With extensive mechanical, performance, and visual upgrades—paired with period-correct character—it offers an exhilarating drive with modern confidence.

Serious enquiries only, please.

This car is one of a kind. Comes with spares, tools, and a proud history.