1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II BT7
The vertical bar grille and restyled hood intake marked the Mk II’s visual departure from earlier 3000 models when production began in March 1961. Traditional roadster equipment included a flat windshield and detachable side curtains, while the BT7 designation indicated the 2+2 configuration with occasional rear seats.
This four-seat variant proved far more popular than the two-seat BN7, with 5,096 examples built compared to just 355 of the sportier two-seater before production ended in June 1962.
Triple SU carburetors distinguished the Mk II mechanically, raising output to 132 horsepower (gross) from the 177 cubic inch inline six-cylinder engine. Period road tests recorded top speeds around 114 mph and 0-60 mph times of approximately 11 seconds with the optional overdrive-equipped four-speed transmission.
Front Girling disc brakes, first introduced on the 3000, provided strong stopping performance compared to earlier Austin-Healey 100 models that relied on front drums. The majority of production headed to North America, where wire wheels and overdrive were popular factory options.
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