Austin Healey 3000 Mk III

Austin Healey 3000 at the Newport Pagnell Carnival

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Austin Healey 3000 Mk III - key facts

First introduced in 1964, the Austin Healey 3000 Mk III ended production in 1968.
60mph was reached in 9.8 seconds.
Maximum speed of the Austin Healey 3000 Mk III was 121 mph.

Austin Healey 3000 Mk III Specifications
From	1964
Until	1968
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	13ft 1in	4m
Width	5ft 01/2in	1.54m
Kerb Weight	2548lb/1.137ton	1156kg
Engine
Engine displacement	2912cc	178cu in
Cylinders	6
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	148bhp @ 5250rpm	146PS @ 5250rpm
Specific Output	51bhp/litre	0.83bhp/cu in
Torque Output	165lbft @ 3500rpm	224Nm @ 3500rpm
Specific Torque	77Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Twin Carburettor
Carburettor make	SU
Performance
Power to weight	130bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	7 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	9.8 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	17.2 seconds
Top speed	121mph	195km/h
Fuel consumption	20mpg	9km/l
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Disc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual with Overdrive option
Number of gears	4