[Healeys] BN1

[Larry Varley]

Hi Gergo, based on your comments the BN1 is an excellent choice. For the 
home restorer it is a far simpler car to restore, and I believe less 
expensive to do so. I started with about half a complete car and had no 
problem getting the missing parts, in fact much easier than getting some 
parts for my BT7. The trim, interior and chrome plating will be less 
money than a BJ8. In regard to the much maligned gearbox, use a standard 
specification clutch, not "heavy duty" and keep any performance 
improvements to the engine modest. The 3 speed gearbox doesn't like to 
be driven brutally, but treated with respect is reliable. Certainly in 
many markets a 3000 and BJ8 will return more money at the end, and all 
the models have their merits and shortcomings. In my view the BN1 is a 
beautiful balanced car with the 50's era charm the later cars lack, so 
bit me BJ8 owners :)
Cheers
Larry
http://www.acmefluid.com.au/larry/