1966 Austin Healey 3000 MkIII BJ8

This restored Austin Healey is simply fantastic! I bought the car in January 2000 and drove it from Atlanta, GA to Houston, Texas.  At the time it was unrestored and in pretty rough shape (cosmetically), but man was it fun to drive!  I drove it for about a year in its unrestored condition and decided I wanted the look and feel of a polished BJ8.  So I embarked on the adventure of restoration.  As many of you know, this can be a trying (i.e., expensive) endeavor.  Most of the restoration was interior and exterior and was performed during the years 2001-2004.  The odomoter now shows 71,667 miles, which are all original.  As you can see, the car has been treated to a first class restoration with a completely new interior.  The body panels were taken apart, dipped and stripped, and then put back together with new seals and piping.  The engine and drivetrain are in original condition and have not been rebuilt -- frankly, there has not been a reason to do so since the engine holds compression perfectly.  I have added a couple modern touches to the car to make it a little more user-friendly, such as stainless exhaust, electronic ignition, and a custom canvas top (instead of vinyl).  The chrome bumpers were replaced with new parts, but over the last few years a little rust has popped back up.  Otherwise, the car is in great shape and is ready for its next adventure.  As many stories go, I am selling my beloved Healey in order to expand our business.  Such a sad story in today's economic environment when the banks don't seem to make loans anymore to help businesses grow.  Overall, this is the perfect car for the Healey lover looking for a strong driver that looks great!  It has been lovingly restored to make a great driver, but not overdone so as to be scared to actually drive it. 

This fine automobile is available for inspection in Spring, Texas, and by appointment only.  If you have any questions please email me at:  chris_sebesta@peoplepc.com or call 281-924-8997.

***** NOTE:  The auction will start at the final bid from the previous auction -- The reserve price has been substantially lowered as well, so don't be afraid to bid!!  *****

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If a mutually agreeable price has been established the buyer is responsible for shipping costs, and all applicable taxes. A $3,500.00 deposit is due immediately and full payment must be received within 3 days after the auction has closed. Please do not bid on this item unless your intention is to buy this vehicle. NO BID RETRACTIONS! If you have any specific questions please ask them BEFORE you place your bid. This car is available for viewing and inspection, by appointment only to serious parties. It is the buyer’s responsibility to do all research, inspections and decision-making regarding these vehicles. Because this is a Classic Car, these vehicles are sold “AS IS” with no warranty stated or implied.  This vehicle is being sold as is, whereis, with no warranty, expressed, written, or implied.  The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith.  No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect, or damage.  Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type.  It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely.  The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of the sale.  Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.  All sales are FINAL. This car is a classic car and because of its age the car may have some minor imperfections. I reserve the right to cancel any bids from any user with negative feedback or 0 feedback. In addition if you are the high bidder and do not follow through we will also take these actions: If you are bidding and have negative or 0 feedback or completely new to ebay, please inform me within 2 hours of your bid to confirm that your intentions are to buy this vehicle and that you do indeed fully understand and agree to these terms, otherwise we will be forced to cancel your bid. A bid on ebay is a legally binding agreement. When you have placed your bid this means that you fully understand these terms and are willing to abide by them. Thank you and good luck bidding on this great automobile!