Owned 37 years, Original 6 Cyl Inline, 4-Spd MT w OD, Dual SU carbs

1960 Austin Healey 3000 for sale

Condition: Used
Make: Austin Healey
Model: 3000
SubModel: BT7
Type: Convertible
Year: 1960
Mileage: 7372
VIN: HBT7L06073
Color: Red
Number of cylinders: 6
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Drive type: RWD
Interior color: Black
Drive side: Left-hand drive
Options: Convertible
Vehicle Title: Clean
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Description for Austin Healey 3000 1960

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This car is ready to be picked up ASAP!Includes Parrish Plastics removable hardtop, softtop andframe, removable sliding side curtains, tonneau cover, car cover, extra wire wheel, and extra bumper.
Inspection by restoration garage:
DRIVEABILITY (FUEL AND IGNITION) DIAGNOSTIC INSPECTION:Engine should run based on inspection findings:-Turned engine over by hand to verify engine is not seized and will tolerate cranking compression test.
-Remove 6 spark plugs and inspect for proper gap and indications of engine issues. Plugs are in good condition.
-Disabled ignition system by removing distributor cap. Points are showing wear. Plug wires and cap older but in good visual condition.
-Electric fuel pump run with key in on position. Disabled fuel pump for compression test.-Inspected carburetor system and disconnected fuel lines to protect carburetors from poor quality/old fuel.
-Performed compression test, engine has good compression. Test pressures recorded are 180-170-185-185-185-180 psi in 1-6cylinder arrangement.
-Engine showed 40 psi oil pressure during cranking for compression test. This is considered a good result.
-Coolant low, appearance of multiple system leaks present at radiator and thermostat housing, and potentially water pump.
-Lower radiator hose is in poor condition, cracking and leaking at accessory pipe junction.-Engine test-fire not completed due to fuel system contamination and cooling system in questionable condition.
COMPLETE VEHICLE INSPECTION-Tires are aged.
-Vehicle wiring harness sheathing deteriorated.
-Evidence of rodent activity, full assessment required.
-Brake fluid reservoir found completely dry. Added fluid to attempt determining leak point. Pedal drops to floor with no pressure build. No external leaks found at this time.
-Fuel tank is in poor condition internally. Rust and varnish present. Tank and lines must be refurbished or replaced.
-Exhaust missing flex section between manifold and side muffler.
-Underbody inspection on vehicle lift shows advanced corrosion of frame and body structure components.
-Driver forward leaf spring mounting is corroded and torn from frame.
-Bump stop crash boxes above rear axle housing are rotted and collapsed.
-Numerous perforations in body tub. Patch attempts have been made in various locations.
-Rust found layering between body tub and top of vehicle frame.
-Leaf springs extremely rusty near forward shackle mounts.
-Rust hole in frame above muffler.
-Excessive play found at rear wheel hubs. Wheels are loose on hub splines allowing play before the drum or axle flange is engaged.
-Gear oil leaking from passenger rear axle housing as evidenced by oil on brake drum.
-Steering box leaking oil.
-Driver suspension upright wet with fluid. May be brake fluid or damper oil.
-Steering linkage is either excessively greased or may have damage boots. Cleaning required for further inspection.
-Driver front friction damper leaking oil. Fender panels have been cut to access fill points on dampers.
-Clutch pedal feels like there may be a problem with the release bearing or linkage.
-Shift lever has solid feel with defined gates/gear positions.
-Heater and ancillary cooling hoses in poor condition.
-Vehicle has had extensive fiberglass repairs to the body panels.
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