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71,569 mi TMU
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About this 1965 Austin-Healey 3000

VIN: HBJ8L-27386

For sale is a 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III, finished in a crisp white exterior over a deep red leather interior. This car is not simply a vehicle; it is a living piece of history, restored to perfection fifteen years ago and still presenting itself today as though time has stood still. Every detail speaks of craftsmanship, passion, and the golden age of British motoring.

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The bodywork gleams with brilliance that only comes from careful restoration and devoted care. The white paint captures the light with a purity that feels timeless, while the chrome sparkles like jewelry against the curves of the car. Walk around it slowly and you see how every line flows with purpose, how the stance is both elegant and athletic, how the design whispers of a time when cars were built to stir the soul as much as to move the body. This Healey does not shout for attention, yet it commands it effortlessly, drawing eyes and admiration wherever it goes.

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Step inside and the red leather interior greets you with warmth and sophistication. The seats are supple and inviting, their rich color contrasting beautifully with the white exterior. The cabin is simple yet refined, designed for driving pleasure rather than distraction. The smell of leather, the feel of the steering wheel, the view over the long bonnet combine to create an atmosphere that is intimate, exciting, and unmistakably classic. Sitting in this car is not just about preparing to drive; it is about stepping into an experience, a moment suspended between past and present.

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Turn the key and the straight-six engine awakens with a sound that is more than mechanical. It is a growl, a song, a heartbeat. The exhaust note carries a richness that stirs something deep inside, reminding you that driving was once about passion, not just efficiency. On the road, the Healey comes alive. The steering communicates every nuance of the pavement, the throttle responds eagerly, and the chassis moves with balance and grace. It dances through corners, surges down straights, and makes every mile feel like a celebration. Driving this car is not about getting from one place to another, it is about the joy of the journey, the thrill of connection, the pure exhilaration of motoring.

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The restoration carried out fifteen years ago was comprehensive and meticulous, and the years since have proven the quality of that work. Maintained with devotion, the car has not faded into a museum piece but remains vibrant and ready to be enjoyed. It is a car that turns heads wherever it goes, sparking admiration from enthusiasts and curiosity from those who simply know beauty when they see it. It is a car that invites conversation, that draws people in, that makes strangers smile.

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Owning this Austin-Healey is not about practicality or necessity. It is about passion. It is about the joy of open-air motoring on a winding road, the pride of arriving at a gathering with a car that embodies the golden age of British sports cars, and the satisfaction of knowing you are the steward of something truly iconic. It is about the way the car makes you feel, the way it transforms ordinary drives into extraordinary experiences, the way it reminds you why people fall in love with cars in the first place.

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This Healey is more than a machine. It is a time capsule, a piece of art, a legend. It carries with it the romance of the 1960s, the spirit of adventure, the thrill of performance. It is a car that makes memories, that creates stories, that becomes part of your life in a way few objects ever can. To own it is to own a piece of history, to embrace a lifestyle, to celebrate the very essence of driving.

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If you are searching for a classic that combines beauty, performance, and soul, this 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is waiting. It is not just a car, it is an experience, a feeling, a dream brought to life.

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CMB $51,901
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The third and final generation of Austin-Healey 3000, known as the Mk III, was introduced in 1963 for the 1964 model year. The Mk III was on... Learn more.
There are 70 Austin-Healey 3000 for sale across all model years (1959 to 1967) and variants, 30 are BJ8 and 3 are model year 1965 . There were 252 BJ8 sold in the last 5 years.

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1966 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8

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6865 mi 30k mi TMU
Manual transmission Manual
LHD steering LHD
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$79,999
Sep 23, 2025
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1965 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8

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6865 mi 80k mi TMU
Manual transmission Manual
LHD steering LHD
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$67,200
Jan 23, 2026
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1965 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8

Original & Highly Original
6865 mi 53k mi TMU
Manual transmission Manual
LHD steering LHD
Sold
$39,000
Jan 16, 2026
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Year
1965
Model Family
Model Generation
Model Variant
BJ8
Model Trim
-
Engine
2.9L I6
Transmission
Manual
Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Originality
Original & Highly Original
Mileage
71,569 mi TMU
VIN
HBJ8L-27386
Vehicle Type
Automobile
Body Style
Convertible
Doors
2 Doors
Driver Side
Left Hand Drive
Ext. Color Group
White
Int. Color Group
Red/Burgundy

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