Help me identify this healey

[Webb Sledge]

https://adcache.collectorcartraderonline.com/10/6/8/70832768.htm

Anyone know which one it is? Also, how do you tell the 3000 models apart, besides the 100's which are easy to tell.

 

[healeygal]

Re "telling the models apart," go to www.healey.org (the official website of the Austin-Healey Club, USA) then click on to Resources - a Big Healey Overview lists all the models, their differences and features.

Sharon
BN1

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[Michael Oritt]

The seller is owned by Harold Brandner, a frequent contributor to this list and experienced AH restorer. Without commenting on the car's condition or price please note that the ad also says "We want to restore your car".

 

[Harold brandner]

Not sure why you need it identified - it says everything in the ad.
This would be a 3000 MKI Two Seater - one of the more desireable (and rarer) models of the 3000.

The engine runs great, but it does need total restoration. I just sanded and primed the fenders so they wouldn't rust more. Rust isn't too bad compared to most Healey projects that aren't from a dry state. Needs only right front outrigger, one front frame tip, toe boards, rear floor, sills, rockers, trunk floor corners, fender patch panels. Lower door repair. Main floors are OK. I'll restore this car eventually if nobody buys it first.

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[Webb Sledge]

Harold- "Not sure why you need it identified - it says everything in the ad.
This would be a 3000 MKI Two Seater "

I appologize, I should have been more specific. What BN model is it? You'll have to be patient with me, I am new to Healeys.

Also, what would you sell it at once it had been restored?

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[nevets]

it's a BN6
a 1006 2-seater (no rear jump seats)
I have one.
the 2-seaters are less common than the ones with rear jump seats, and are considered more valuable

 

[nevets]

BTW...the one pictured in your post appears to be a rear hodge-podge, it's got the wrong seats and some scary rust issues...check the daylight coming up through the floor boards! the asking prices is high...you're looking at a small fortune in rust repairs...more than the worth of the car. just my $0.02.

 

[Webb Sledge]

Healey.org notes that "weather protection is lacking and creature comforts car few." This isn't necessarily a bad thing, but can either of you expand on this statement?

 

[nevets]

it means what it says...the car is best enjoyed with the top down on a sunny day or warm cloudless evening.

 

[Webb Sledge]

Is that to mean it is very uncomfortable to drive on rainy days? How much water really comes in?

 

[mvanderploeg]

Actually, it's a BN7, which is the two-seat model of the 3000. The BN6 is the two-seat model of the 100-6.

Price restored will depend on the quality of the restoration, & could be anywhere from the high 20's to low 40's. Based on Harold's pictures of his BJ8, I'd say it'll be on the higher end of the scale, if not more.

The level of discomfort is relative. If you're driving it on a 90 degree summer day, you might welcome a little water intrusion from a thunderstorm.

 

[bighly]

<blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by Webb Sledge:
How much water really comes in?<hr></blockquote>


All of it since I never use my top. I suppose I would put the top on if it really cut loose and rained but I usually won't drive it in the rain. Besides I live in California where we pay higher prices and the Governator in turn keeps the rain away.

I put the top on once to assemble it and then once to try it out. Did not like it so I have never put it on since.

 

[Webb Sledge]

So is the rain (with the top up) flying all in your face, or is it just kind of running down the side curtain?

 

[nevets]

if it is a BN7, then it has a bonnet from a BN6, the only model with a crease down the center.

 

[mvanderploeg]

They started using the creased hoods on the BN4's & BN6's shortly after production started, and then went back to the flat hood sometime around September 1958 (according to the concours guidelines). You never know when they actually used them all up. I've heard rumors of some ending up on early 3000's.

 

[Klepper]

My 1959 BN6 (BN6L3405) has a flat hood, no crease.

 

[nevets]

given that the car has BJ8 seats, it's also possible the bonnet isn't original. wonder if it has the 2600 or the 2900 engine? at least the rust looks correct.

 

[Patton]

I seem to remember a story that Geoff said that the found a bunch later in production and used them.

Don't let that stop you from buying a car. The creased hoods are hard to come by, so I am sure that you can find someone who would swap you.

I would just call Harold if you have any questions.

Patton

 

[Patton]

Its a relative statement. The roll up windows and attached top of the last cars make them more water tight than the earlier side curtian and removable top. As for creature comforts, the seats changed, you get a radio, and wood dash.

The later cars have more of a touring car feel than a sports car feel (even though the last cars are also the fastest regular production cars). The 100's feel sportiest, especially with the windshield down.

Patton

<blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by Webb Sledge:
Healey.org notes that "weather protection is lacking and creature comforts car few." This isn't necessarily a bad thing, but can either of you expand on this statement?<hr></blockquote>

 

[Harold brandner]

there are more pictures here for those wanting a better view
all the numbers match the heritage certificate so yes its a correct engine

click

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