Highlights

First owner from 1974 to 2019, current owner since 2019
Recent respray in original orange
Bodywork professionally restored in 2021
Engine rebuilt by Tom's Shop, Mini specialist, and clutch recently replaced
Servicing carried out in recent years by Mini specialists
French MOT valid until 21 July 2028

The Appeal

The Morris Mini Clubman distinguishes itself from the classic Mini with its angular front end, introduced in the late 1960s as part of British Leyland's range modernisation. This 1974 1000cc version retains the Mini's compact format whilst displaying styling characteristic of the 1970s.

This example stands out for its original orange finish, described as uncommon. According to the information provided, the car has had only two registered owners since leaving the factory. Its first owner, a farmer based near Toulouse, kept it from 1974 to 2019. It was subsequently stored on a property that included a château used as a summer residence.

Acquired in 2019 by its current owner, the Mini underwent recommissioning, followed by professional bodywork restoration and a complete respray in 2021, carried out by Victoria Motors in Aytré. The engine was rebuilt by Tom's Shop, a Mini specialist in Surgères, and the clutch was recently replaced. Servicing has primarily been carried out by Tom's Shop and Automob'ile, at Château-d'Oléron.

The car combines a restored exterior presentation with several original elements, notably the blue vinyl interior. However, this shows signs of wear, whilst the front floors display corrosion and a small crack on the left side. The MOT is valid until July 2028.

Key Information

Mileage: 59,010 km displayed, total mileage potentially higher
Country of registration: France
MOT: valid until 21 July 2028
Mechanicals: 1,000cc four-cylinder petrol engine, four-speed manual gearbox
Documentation: registration documents, MOT certificates and various invoices
Valuation: €12,000 in 2021, according to an expert assessment carried out following restoration work

The Details

Bodywork professionally restored and resprayed in its original orange finish
Bodywork and paint work carried out by Victoria Motors in Aytré in 2021
Engine rebuilt by Tom's Shop, Mini specialist in Surgères
Clutch recently replaced
Servicing carried out by Tom's Shop and Automob'ile, at Château-d'Oléron
Bodywork reported by the seller to be in very good condition, with no notable scratches
Two small recent paint chips noted
Original rear floors reported to be in good condition
Original front floors showing corrosion
Small crack on the left front floor
No rust reported around the windscreen and on the doors
Original interior in blue vinyl, with wear consistent with age
Tear on the driver's seat and on the upper part of the rear bench backrest
Some age-related marks on interior trim, notably the dials, headlining and door panels
Car stored in a garage
Valuation of €12,000 carried out by a motor specialist in 2021, following restoration

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