Austin Healey BJ8 Glove Box Lock & Keys

Austin Healey BJ8 Glove Box Lock with Matching Keys

This push-button glove box lock and matching key set is made for the Austin Healey BJ8 dashboard. It is intended for owners replacing a missing, worn, incorrect or unreliable glove box lock while keeping the dashboard detail in line with the original BJ8 arrangement.

After years of scarce supply, A H Spares took the decision to have the BJ8 glove box lock remanufactured rather than leave owners dependent on used parts or non-original substitutes. The result is a newly produced lock with push-button release and matching keys.

Why This Small Dashboard Part Makes a Difference

• Restores the push-button glove box lock detail on Austin Healey BJ8 dashboards.
• Supplied with matching keys.
• Useful replacement for a missing, worn or incorrect lock.
• Remanufactured after the original-style lock became difficult to source.
• Also suits selected AC Cobra and Aston Martin models using the same lock type.
• Helps avoid relying on non-original aftermarket substitutes where the correct lock style is required.

Which Cars Does This Glove Box Lock Fit?

This push-button glove box lock is made for Austin Healey BJ8 dashboards.

Because this lock type was also used across other classic interiors, it also fits these cars:

• AC Cobra 289
• Aston Martin DB4
• Aston Martin DB5
• Aston Martin DB6

For Austin Healey BN1-BJ7 models, check the existing dashboard and glove box lock arrangement before ordering.

What Is Supplied

• One push-button glove box lock.
• Matching keys.

Dashboard, glove box, striker, cover plate and surrounding trim are not included. Reuse any suitable original hardware where required, or order related dashboard and glove box parts separately.

Push-Button Release for the Correct BJ8 Dashboard Layout

• Push-button glove box lock type.
• Made as a replacement for the original-style Austin Healey BJ8 dashboard lock.
• Supplied with keys matched to the lock.
• Suitable for right-hand drive and left-hand drive BJ8 dashboard installations where this lock type is used.

Check the Dashboard and Glove Box Before Fitting

This is a dashboard trim and locking component, so the existing glove box opening, striker position and dashboard trim should be checked before fitting, especially on restored, modified or re-veneered dashboards.

• Check the glove box lock opening before installation.
• Inspect the striker, cover plate and retained hardware before reuse.
• Take care around veneered dashboards and painted or trimmed surfaces during removal and fitting.
• Additional adjustment may be required if the dashboard, glove box or surrounding trim has been repaired or replaced.

Remanufactured Instead of Waiting for Supply to Return

When this BJ8 glove box lock became scarce and difficult to source, A H Spares chose to have it remanufactured rather than wait for the part to reappear elsewhere. That makes it a practical replacement for owners and restorers who want the correct push-button style rather than adapting a non-original substitute.

Also Available for BJ8 Dashboard Restoration

• Right-hand drive walnut veneered dashboard
• Left-hand drive walnut veneered dashboard