The last generation of the "Big Healey" was powered by a 2.9-liter SOHC inline six-cylinder engine that could produce 148 horsepower and was coupled to a four-speed manual transmission that had an overdrive unit. Major styling enhancements, which also improved the aerodynamics, were also done to the Austin-Healey. A wraparound windscreen was installed, and the doors now had roll-down windows; gone were side-curtains. A removable rear-window panel was also featured, and handling was also greatly improved, thanks to a stiffer anti-roll bar up front and modified shock settings.
Healey Blue paint with Blue trim and hood. Factory equipment included wire wheels, heater, adjustable steering column, whitewall tires, blue tonneau cover, laminated windscreen and overdrive gearbox.
