Classic British sports cars enjoy a strong following in the current market, particularly if they feature a known and documented history. This 1960 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk I BN7, spotted by my offsider, Russell Glantz, ticks that box admirably. It presents well, having recently undergone a comprehensive mechanical revival, making it a turnkey proposition. The only thing this Healey needs is a new home, with the seller listing it here on eBay in Spring House, Pennsylvania. The seller set their price at $41,150 with the option to make an offer.

Austin-Healey introduced the 3000 in July 1959, offering buyers a choice of the two-seat BN7 or the 2+2 BT7. Our feature car is the former, produced in 1960. The seller indicates that it is a three-owner classic, with comprehensive documentation of the car’s history. This history included a repaint, performed a few years ago by a previous owner, utilizing a non-original Blue-Gray paint shade. There is little about the Healey’s appearance justifying criticism. The contrasting White soft-top is new, and while it is wrinkled, I believe that a few hours raised in the sun would address that issue. The paint retains a pleasant shine, and there is no evidence of dings, dents, or rust. This is unsurprising because the seller indicates that this classic has been garage-kept throughout its life. The trim and glass look extremely nice, as do the iconic wire wheels.

The seller supplies no engine images, although it appears this classic is mechanically original. That means that power comes from a 2,912cc BMC C-Series six, inhaling via a pair of what the factory describes as semi-downdraft S.U. HD6 carburetors. That year’s Sales Brochure quotes power and torque figures of 130hp and 175 ft/lbs, fed to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission. We have reached the point where the seller has spent a considerable amount on this classic. The listing suggests they revived it after an undefined hibernation. The process included a specialist transmission rebuild and the replacement of an extensive list of brake and suspension components, gaskets, belts, and other items. The results justified the expense, as documented by invoices and receipts, because potential buyers can consider this a turnkey proposition.

The Healey’s interior is trimmed in Dark Blue with contrasting White seat piping. The dash features an array of gauges and switches typically found in a British sports car, and in-car entertainment is provided by a vintage AM radio. The presentation is extremely tidy for a car of this vintage, consistent with one that has always been treated respectfully. There is no significant wear or other problems, and if treated kindly, it should remain very presentable for many years.

Considering its history and documentation, the seller’s price for this 1960 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk I BN7 looks competitive when compared to recent successful sales. It is the type of classic that the buyer can enjoy immediately, and it appears that this will remain the case for many years. Surprisingly, it has generated virtually no interest since hitting the market. The Listing View figure of seven is, to be diplomatic, extremely modest. The same number of people have added the Healey to their Watch List, although there may be a reason for this. The seller has listed the Healey at a moment when people are focused on family and friends, leaving little time for classic hunting. I suspect that the interest will intensify shortly as most people’s lives return to normal. Do you agree?