1969 1275cc Mini Pickup
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Highlights
- Rare 1275cc 12H-GTS Engine
- Great condition throughout
- Ready to drive or show
The Background
There have been many variants on the Mini over the long course of its production but less than 1% of all Minis produced are the Mini Pickup, even rarer is the South African Mini Pickup that features the 1275cc 12H-GTS engine.
With 74hp output the 12H engine featured in the Mini GTS was exclusive to South Africa and saw great success in rallying.
With 74hp output the 12H engine featured in the Mini GTS was exclusive to South Africa and saw great success in rallying.
The History
The car was restored three years ago and was shipped to the UK two years ago and has been garaged ever since. It’s a beautiful 1969 model which the owner purchased recently but is now reluctantly selling to help fund a new business venture.
The Paperwork
As with the majority of imported cars from South Africa there is little paperwork from its time before being imported, however the current owner was given invoices for a range of work covering new wheels and tires, rebuilt carburettors, new sub-frame mounts, new brake hoses, steering wheel and lap belts.
The Interior
The interior is in excellent condition and looks superb with new leather seats, carpets, headlining and dash trim. The new chromed lap belts and steering wheel really sets off this classic interior nicely.
The Exterior
The exterior of this mini is in fantastic condition with the paint job during its restoration being done to a high standard. With four new alloy Cooper S wheels and tyres and all of the brightwork in excellent condition, this Pickup really stands out.
When the restoration was done, interior hinges were fitted to the doors to help avoid the eventual, common rusting of exterior hinges experienced with all Mini models and it’s been done to a professional standard and really gives this Pickup sleek lines - it looks fantastic!
Textured paint was applied to the loading bay to give it extra protection for those who want to use this little gem in a practical sense, to help prevent scratching and denting and ensure that any water from the British weather doesn’t sit in corners and affect the panels.
The Mechanics
The 1275cc 12H-GTS engine is under the bonnet and was fitted only 20,247 miles ago. The engine bay is clean and tidy and the car has had recently rebuilt carbs, sub-frame mounts and brake hoses. The car is on standard drum brakes and if the vendor was keeping the car he would upgrade these to disk brakes.
The Appeal
The Mini Pickup is one of the most scarce examples in the Mini family and great examples like this are becoming harder to find. Not only a fun car to drive, they are also a brilliant investment as they certainly won’t be going down in price that’s for sure. Don’t be under any illusions, a mini pickup does not drive like a modern car, they are fun and quirky so if cruising country lanes in your thing, then a mini pickup is not for you.
The owner is also including 13-inch Storm Racing alloy wheels which are in great condition with no kerb marks, complete with Yokohama tyres, for those looking to go for the sportier look rather than the classic look with the 10-inch wheels. There are two photographs you can see with the bigger wheels fitted and we think they look stunning.
Bid now to avoid missing out on the opportunity to own this truly fantastic Mini Pickup. It could be a while before you see another one as good as this.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1969
- Make Austin
- Model Mini Pick-up
- Colour White & Black
- Odometer 20,247 Miles
- Engine size 1275
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town FIFE
- Location Scotland
- Country United Kingdom
11
bids
from 6
bidders
- be•••• £11,500 30/05/22
- Pe•••• £11,500 08/06/22
- an•••• £11,250 25/05/22
- Pe•••• £11,000 24/05/22
- An•••• £10,000 24/05/22
- An•••• £7,500 24/05/22
- An•••• £5,500 24/05/22
- an•••• £5,100 24/05/22
- xa•••• £5,000 23/05/22
- ia•••• £4,500 23/05/22
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