1960 Austin-Healey 3000 Electrical Parts

Engine:
2.9L L6

9 Electrical parts are listed for the 1960 Austin-Healey 3000, in 4 part types, covering the 2.9L L6 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.

On the 1960 Austin-Healey 3000, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors. Most of the listed parts are Battery (4 parts), Battery Cable (2 parts) and Starter Motor (2 parts). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 1 part.

Battery

AGM (Extended Life)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
BOSCH S678DT
🇺🇸 US
AGMAGM
Fitment notes — BOSCH S678DT
AGMAGMBCI Group 34/78CCA 775RC 120(LxWxH) 10.75" x 6.875" x 8.0"
4-SeaterDual Terminal
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DEKA 9A78DT
🇺🇸 US
IntimidatorAGM
Fitment notes — DEKA 9A78DT
IntimidatorAGMBCI Group 34/78750 CCALength X Width X Height: 10.75 In x 6.875 In x 8 In
4-SeaterBattery shield May need To be modified. do Not Remove.
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DEKA 9A34
🇺🇸 US
IntimidatorAGM
Fitment notes — DEKA 9A34
IntimidatorAGMBCI Group 34750 CCALength X Width X Height: 10.75 In x 6.875 In x 7.75 In
4-Seater
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Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
FULLRIVER FT96527
🇺🇸 US
BCI Group 27(Length X Width X Height) 12.09 In x 6.65 In x 9.33 In
Fitment notes — FULLRIVER FT96527
BCI Group 27(Length X Width X Height) 12.09 In x 6.65 In x 9.33 InAGMCCA: 965
4-Seater
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This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery.

Battery Cable

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 7244SC
🇺🇸 US
Length: 24"Federal Wire
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 7244SC
Length: 24"Federal Wire
PositiveSwitch To Starter
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS A244L
🇺🇸 US
24" Length
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS A244L
24" Length
PositiveSwitch To Starter
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This table covers the positive and ground cables that run from the battery. Typical signs include a stretched or frayed cable, or a control that no longer reaches the end of its travel. Route the new cable through the same clips. A kinked cable binds and fails early.

Starter Motor

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
REMY 16469
🇺🇸 US
Remanufactured
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TERREPOWER 16106
🇺🇸 US
Remanufactured
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This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor.

Starter Solenoid Switch Cover

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
METRO RP1
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Sold IndividuallyReproduction
Fitment notes — METRO RP1
Sold IndividuallyReproduction
Base ModelStarter Solenoid Button Cover
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This table covers the Starter Solenoid Switch covers.

Buying Electrical Parts for a 1960 Austin-Healey 3000

On this vehicle, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors.

  • Confirm you have the 2.9L L6 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
  • Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
  • Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
  • Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.

Start with the largest groups on this page: Battery and Battery Cable .

Frequently Asked Questions

How many electrical parts fit the 1960 Austin-Healey 3000?

Our catalog currently lists 9 electrical parts for the 1960 Austin-Healey 3000 across 4 subcategories and 7 brands, covering the 2.9L L6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.

What are the signs of electrical problems on a 1960 Austin-Healey 3000?

Common symptoms include slow cranking on cold mornings, a battery light that flickers, dim lights at idle, or a check-engine code pointing at a sensor circuit. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.

What should I replace at the same time?

Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.

What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?

They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1960 Austin-Healey 3000 was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.

How do I make sure a part fits my 1960 Austin-Healey 3000?

Every part on this page is matched to the 2.9L L6 engine. Then test before replacing — a failed alternator and a bad ground can look identical, and sensors are frequently condemned for wiring faults. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.

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