1961 Ex Works Austin Healey 3000 Mk 1

This car, first registered as XJB 871, was prepared by the Works competition department for its debut in the gruelling 1961 Acropolis Rally with Peter Riley and Tony Ambrose as the crew. Later on it was purchased by rally legend Rauno Aaltonen. After Aaltonen the car has had only one 51 years long ownership. MAT-Team had the most challenging restoration project ever and "a piece of art" conservation work to return this important rally car on the period 1961 Acropolis Rally setup and livery. And to get it completed in 8 weeks time.