The Austin Healey 3000 was the last of the legendary series of sports cars known as "The Big Healeys". The series started in 1953 as the 100-4, which used a 4 cylinder 2660 cc. engine that produced 90 bhp.

A 6 cylinder engine displacing 2639 cc. and 102 bhp. was introduced into the 100-6 in 1956 to satisfy increased competition.

The 3000 debuted in 1959 and featured a new 6 cylinder 2912 cc. engine rated at 124 bhp. The 3000 benefited from improved handling and front disc brakes.

The partnership that resulted in the name "Austin Healey" was comprised of Donald Mitchell Healey who designed the cars and Austin, the manufacturer.

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• Layout: Front Engine, Rear wheel drive
• Engine: Six cylinder, ohv, four main bearings.
• Bore, stroke: 83.4mm x 88.9mm (2912 cc).
• Compression ratio: 9.0:1.
• Transmission: 4 speed manual with electrically operated Laycock de Normanville,
  overdrive available as an option.
• Weight: 2562 lb.
• Top speed: 116 mph.
• Front suspension: Independent with wishbones, coil springs, lever arm shock absorbers
  and anti-sway bar.
• Rear suspension: Live axle, leaf springs, Panhard rod, lever arm shock absorbers