1961 AUSTIN HEALEY 3000 - Ruddspeed Mods For Sale

1961 Austin Healey 3000 Mk II ‘tri-carb’ originally exported to Germany repatriated late 1980s and purchased by the current owner in 1991.
Cape International completed a ground-up restoration in 1993 including its conversion to RHD following which the car came a creditable 2nd in modified concourse and has covered just under 11, 000 miles since.
Painted OEW with its original bumpers fitted this fabulous 3000 epitomises the ‘Clubmans’ sportscar, perfect for its period with accurate replica factory hardtop, knock-on Minilite replica wheels and side exit exhaust. It’s original (end extremely rare) Derrington steering wheel and Ruddspeed accessories just add to its uniqueness.
Trimmed in black leather to standard specification the interior has aged beautifully the miles adding a lovely patina no freshly restored interior can replicate.
Having returned from a fault free trip to 2016 Classic Le-Mans this excellent 3000 is ready for a return trip this year.
For sale with BMIHT certificate, current MOT and a full photographic history of restoration.

Progressive modification to CapeSport spec the current list of upgrades includes;
Fast-road engine with triple 2 inch SU carbs on Ruddspeed inlet manifolds and Ruddspeed rocker cover
5 speed gearbox with 3. 55 final drive ratio makes this a superb long distance road car
Alloy radiator with electric fan and alloy expansion tank
Disc brakes front and rear
Replica Minilite knock-on wheels with Fulda tyres
Electronic ignition.
Spare set of wire wheels with Yokohama tyres.
Hood and frame assembly, sidescreens and tonneau

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