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Called the BJ8 or 'Big Healey' the 3000 was the final and most developed Austin-Healey 3000. Primarily it received a new 150 bhp engine and more luxurious interior, but there was numerous detail differences around the car.

Road & Track said the MkIII was Road & Track was “an enthusiast’s sports car that was fun to drive with lots of performance and good handling and braking characteristics.”

In 1964, the MKIII was updated to Phase II specification which included more ground clearance, disc brakes up front and a 4-speed manual with overdrive.

Chassis & Sales

1964 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 MK III - sold for $126,500 Finished in Gold with a Fawn leather and vinyl interior, this car’s nut-and-bolt restoration was just completed by the marque specialists Tom and Randee Rocke at Healey Lane. The car was finished in two-stage DuPont Chroma base in two separate paint applications to give this Gold color superb depth and luster. The Fawn leather and vinyl interior has matching English wool carpeting – certainly a unique and rarely seen color combination. As p... more
Gallery: RM Auctions' 2010 Sports & Classics of Monterey

1967 Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII BJ8 Phase II - did not sell for €34,500 his late Phase II was purchased by the current vendor's father for £7,500 in 1981, by which time it had covered 37,000 miles, but never used by him. On its owner's death it was discovered that he had never registered the Healey in his name, and the car was duly registered in his widow's name in 1992. 'NLR 589F' remained unused until earlier this year when it was re-commissioned. Finished in British Racing Green with black leather interior, thi... more
Gallery: 2010 Collectors' Motor Cars at Goodwood Revival by Bonhams

1967 Austin-Healey 3000 MK III BJ8 Sports Convertible - sold for $58,300 The 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 MK III Sports Convertible presented here is a very fine example that continues to benefit from an older, high-quality restoration. Finished in champagne and complemented by show-quality chrome, a black convertible top and a matching boot, the BJ8 rides on Michelin radial tires and proper “knock-off” wire wheels. Exterior features include Lucas headlamps, along with a chrome-plated driver’s side view mirror and b... more
Gallery: 2008 Monterey Preview

1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III BJ8 Sports Convertible - sold for $52,800 About 17,700 Mark IIIs were originally built, and their sporting attributes have made them enduring and enjoyable collector cars. This completely restored example from 1965 is very attractive in all respects, finished in red with a matching cockpit and a black convertible top.
Gallery: 2011 Automobiles of Arizona by RM Auctions

1966 Austin Healey 3000 MkIII BJ8 Phase II - sold for €57,500 Representing the Big Healey's final and most popular incarnation, this BJ8 Phase II model has had only three owners from new and was acquired by the last owner in 2007. The car was completely restored in 2009/2010 when works carried out included a 'bare metal' strip-down and complete bodywork restoration; repaint in two-tone white/black; new front and rear bumpers; new wheels and hubs; new red leather interior trim; new carpet; and new soft to... more
Gallery: 2011 Automobiles d'exception au Grand Palais by Bonhams

1966 Austin Healey 3000 MKIII BJ8 - sold for €30,860 The car presented here, which came out in 1966, had its bodywork restored in 1991, as attested by a photograph album and the file of invoices. Painted red, this desirable Austin Healey, equipped with centrally fixed radius rims, has been regularly and rigorously maintained by its owner, who has taken part in a large number of driving rallies in the Swiss Alps.
Gallery: 2011 Salon Rétromobile Aucion by Artcurial

1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mark III BJ8 - sold for $99,000 In the early 2000s, this car was acquired by Kurt Tanner, the California-based restorer of Austin-Healeys who has focused exclusively on the marque for the last 18 years. Mr. Tanner performed a restoration that addressed me- chanical and cosmetic aspects of the car. Though the car was originally finished in British Racing Green with a black interior, Mr. Tanner opted to change the car’s livery to a color scheme more becoming of a classic Heale... more
Gallery: 2011 Pebble Beach Auctions by Gooding & Company

1964 Austin-Healey 3000 MKIII Convertible - sold for $63,250 A former owner had it restored by the Rolls-Royce dealer in New York. Within the last three years, the current owner has upgraded and detailed it, changing to a negative-ground electrical system and installing solid state electronic components like a fuel pump, MSD ignition and an automatic pre-lube system. A new top was fitted in tan Stayfast, and the trunk was lined in carpet matching the interior. An Optima battery is installed, and the fac... more
Gallery: 2011 Monterey Auction by RM

1964 Austin-Healey BJ8 - did not sell for $45,000 Complete ground-up restoration on a California car. Over $60,000 in receipts. No expense spared. Heritage certificate. New paint, chrome and interior. Straight sides on body. Nice fit and finish of the components. Professionally rebuilt engine and transmission. Documented restoration.
Gallery: 2011 Monterey Daytime Auction by Mecum

1967 Austin-Healey 3000 MK III Convertible - sold for $55,000 Ground up restoration. 72 spoke wire wheels. Excellent mechanicals. Final year of production. Engine and gear box documented with BMIHT. 1967 is the last year and most refined making. It is one of the most collectible Austin Healeys built. Speed and comfort have made the BJ8s a hit with collectors around the world. This car comes with a British motor industry heritage trust certificate - The outside is finished in Old English White. The bod... more
Gallery: 2011 Monterey Daytime Auction by Mecum

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