1967 Austin-Healey 3000MKIII
1967 Austin-Healey 3000MKIII
$100,000
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1967 Austin-Healey 3000MKIII

$100,000

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Vehicle Specifications

  • VIN
    HBJ8L37129
  • Classic Car ID
    102768095
  • Stock Number
    N/A
  • Category
    Import Classics
  • Body Style
    Convertible
  • New/Used
    Used
  • Mileage
    75,000 miles
  • Engine
    6 Cylinder
  • Condition
    Excellent
  • Doors
    2
  • Drivetrain
    2 wheel drive - rear
  • Transmission
    4 Speed Manual
  • Exterior Color
    Green
  • Custom Color
    British Racing Green
  • Interior Color
    Black
  • Seat Color
    Black

Classic Car Overview

One of the most recognizable automotive icons in music history is coming to market.
The 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (BJ8), featured as the definitive car in the 1.2-
billion-view MTV music video Tears for Fears "Everybody Wants to Rule the World," will
be offered for sale. The car is shown prominently throughout the entire video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGCdLKXNF3w

This video was the standard for introducing the world to the thrill of driving a fine British
Motor Car. "Its hard to say no" to the car that taught Californians the real feeling of the
open-road experience while also becoming a cultural icon of the1980s. The hit song
along with the video reached No. 1 on the Billboard 100 hits chart in 1985.

This Austin Healey is a meticulously maintained British classichaving undergone a
rolling 70 point restoration and residing in California for half a century.Although
functional and cosmetic improvements have been made, the car appears exactly as in
the video. The owner notes this is a car he hates to let go, reflecting personal value built
over more than 43 years of ownership with the speedometer showing 75,000 miles. The
sale includes the original 1980s California blue plate and DMV registration
documents that definitively tie the car's VIN to the 1985 MTV production.The current
owner has driven it only 42,000 miles all these years. The car resides in San Luis
Obispo County, California.

In 1985, the video reached millions on MTV. Today, it reaches billions.The video
currently sustains a staggering 7 million views monthly on YouTube, with TikTok and
Instagram Reels compounding the reach of this car. Because this video/song is
consistently appearing on social media, top-tier film soundtracks, and commercials, this
car remains in a state of public consciousness that a standard classic car simply cannot
match. Most celebrity cars belong to a movie people havent thought about in years.The
buyer is not just buying an old British car; they are buying the musical star of a show
that never stops playing. This Healey is not just a "one-hit wonder" car but an asset that
intersects with pop culture, music history and cinema that will increase in value.

Beyond its significant provenance & hero status, the vehicle is in excellent condition and
has been well maintained. It is ideal for weekend cruising, rallies and car shows. This
car is a stunning example of the "Big Healey" in its final and most refined year of
production plus British Racing Green no less!

This Austin Healey and the dramatic history of the song all come from the original MTV
video. There are many stories to tell your friends plus the enjoyment of driving the most
famous Austin Healey in existence. Perhaps its time to add a piece of British
Automotive History and a provenance perfect asset to your collection.
Savy buyers that understand the provenance value of this car can submit bids over
$100,000 to this email address jeffreybucher2000@gmail.com. Additional questions are
welcome.

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