1966 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 - Denis Welch Upgrades

87 950 EUR

1966 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 - Denis Welch Upgrades

87 950 EUR
  • Model
    Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 - Denis Welch Upgrades
  • Year
    1966
  • Condition
    Restored
  • Body Type
    Cabriolet / Roadster
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol
  • Power
    n/a
  • Mileage
    n/a
  • Address
    Ternat, Belgium
  • Country
  • Published
    Nov 24, 2025
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Color
Green
Metallic
No
Engine
N/A
Engine Number
N/A
Chassis Number
N/A
Gearbox
Manual
Steering Wheel
LHD
Drive Wheels
RWD
1st Reg. Country
United States
Doors
2/3
Interior Color
Black
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Marreyt Classic Cars
Marreyt Classic CarsSteenkappersstraat 68, 1740 Ternat, Belgium
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Description

A genuine Austin Healey 3000 MkIII, originally delivered to the USA in June 1966 — left‑hand drive, matching numbers and correct factory color combo as confirmed by the BMI Heritage Trust record.

Restored in the Netherlands to nut‑and‑bolt standard by the end of 2003, it was then purchased by a Belgian Bosch Car Service Center owner,  who spent the following twenty years crafting it into a incredibly capable and reliable fast-road Healey like you've rarely seen. It was meant to be driven—and driven fast!

It was his pride & joy and that shows in exceptional documentation: binders full of invoices chronologically sorted, accompanied by manuals, technical literature, and its original Healey's driver’s handbook. 

At the heart of the machine lies a jewel: a Denis Welch Motorsport–enhanced engine, built with the revered competition components that transform a Healey into something altogether more serious. The car’s bumperless look—with overriders, Lucas spot lamps and an unforgettable soundtrack —perfectly mirrors its performance character: classic lines with real bite! 

Major Upgrades & Performance Enhancements

•  Engine
(competition parts Denis Welch throughout, invoices well over €16.000)

Denis Welch competition cylinder head

Lighter alu roller rocker arms kit and Denis Welch rocker cover

Omega Forged piston set

Hardened crankshaft

Stronger con rods and flywheel

Competition bearings

Aluminium sump 

Etc...

•  Fuel, ignition & exhaust system

Twin HS8 carburettors

CSI programmable electronic ignition

Stainless steel exhaust system with sports manifold

Innovate Motorsports dual lambda O2 gauge kit for tuning and monitoring.

•  Transmission & driveline

Quaife limited slip differential

Overdrive for relaxed cruising.

•  Chassis & steering

Long aluminium skidplate to protect sump and gearbox

Polybush kits all round

EZ power steering module adjustable in strength + upgraded steering box

Motolita thick wooden steering wheel.

•  Braking

Front 4‑piston aluminium calipers

Rear disc conversion for confident stopping

•  Electrical & starting

WOSP high‑output alternator

High‑torque starter

•  Style & extras

Bumperless look with overriders

Lucas spotlights & brackets

Chrome luggage rack also included.

This is a rare chance to acquire a Healey that blends period beauty with true competition-bred engineering. Not a concours museum piece but a fast road Big Healey—finished, tested, and ready to thrill.

More pictures and information: www.marreyt.com

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