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1982 Austin Mini Clubman 1000 HL Estate
Highlights
- Original and superbly preserved - a true timewarp gem
- Garaged entire life
- Only two owners since new - first owner 1982-2020
- 13,111 miles (genuine) from new
- Documented £3,000 recommission since 2020
- The car will come with a fresh oil + filter service
The appeal
Resplendent in its original Vermilion orange paint, YFC 95X is an amazing little piece of history and a joy to own and drive, enjoying smiles and waves from everyone who spots her. All is original and as it was back on delivery day 1982: there is not a single aftermarket item present.
The minimalist, period colour-coded interior, together with the dependable (if diminutive) 998cc engine provide all the charm of the standard Mini Clubman, but with the added practicality of loadspace behind the barn-style rear doors. No danger of speeding tickets here – 1982 BL factory figures indicated 41bhp, 0-60 in 18.7 seconds and a maximum of 80mph: but you do get 36.5 mpg! And no more road tax.
The minimalist, period colour-coded interior, together with the dependable (if diminutive) 998cc engine provide all the charm of the standard Mini Clubman, but with the added practicality of loadspace behind the barn-style rear doors. No danger of speeding tickets here – 1982 BL factory figures indicated 41bhp, 0-60 in 18.7 seconds and a maximum of 80mph: but you do get 36.5 mpg! And no more road tax.
The history and paperwork
The original round-front Mini was given its Clubman facelift in 1969, intended to replace the upmarket Riley Elf / Wolseley Hornet versions of the original car. The Clubman Estate was arguably better-looking than its saloon counterpart, with the 4-in longer nose a good match for the longer estate body.
Although Clubman versions started to receive the 1098cc engine from 1975, the chassis number on this very late 1982 example (production of Clubman Estates ran for two years longer than Clubman saloons, which ceased in 1980 when the Mini Metro appeared) indicates that we have here the 998cc engine in YFC 95X.
Although Clubman versions started to receive the 1098cc engine from 1975, the chassis number on this very late 1982 example (production of Clubman Estates ran for two years longer than Clubman saloons, which ceased in 1980 when the Mini Metro appeared) indicates that we have here the 998cc engine in YFC 95X.
- V5C present and correct, showing first registration July 24 1982
- MOT valid until 5 July 2023
- Second owner acquired the car in 2020 when his neighbour – the first owner – passed away
- Second owner has carried out £3,000-worth of recommissioning work, presumably as a result of car being laid up in a garage for eight years, with a sheaf of invoices as evidence
- Used for an average 328 miles per annum (yes, every year, not month or week) for shopping, and (according to MoTs) between June 2012 and August 2020 the car covered just 23 miles
- Having passed its 40th birthday, no road tax required
The interior
- Step directly into 1982 here, with delightful chequered seat inserts over beige vinyl, all in fantastic original condition
- Brown carpets virtually unmarked throughout
- Loadspace carpet indicates no staining, one small mark on the rear seatback
- Major controls (steering wheel, gearstick) look as new
- Switchgear and minor controls show no signs of age
- Original BL Unipart AM-only (!) radio present and correct
- Headlining clean and tight, showing only one or two small marks
- Door handles and locks replaced
The exterior
- “Vermilion” original colour paintwork in overall excellent condition, as befits a vehicle garaged its entire life
- Original beige side stripes complete and unmarked
- There is one tiny surface rust mark by the front seam above the wheelarch just forward of the driver’s door
- Driver’s door has “dropped” a fraction and could use re-hanging
- Rear “barn doors” (inspiration for today’s Mini Countrymen) function perfectly
- Glasswork and lights are unmarked, no cracks or misting
- Engine bay extraordinarily clean, even for 13,111 miles – very little surface rust evident
- 145/60 R10 original steel wheels with original BL covers and centres, all excellent
- Two new Falken tyres to front, one Falken and one Semperit to rear, with full-size Sincera spare (shows little use) present and correct underneath the boot floor
- Chromework and grille show no signs of pitting or dents
The mechanics
- Venerable and proven 998cc 4-cyl transverse engine driving the front wheels through 4-speed manual gearbox
- Drum brakes all round, fronts (including hoses) replaced during recommission
- Manual choke
- Engine starts reliably and pulls well from cold
- Fuel tank and sender replaced during recommission
- Comprehensive engine top-end rebuild during recommission as per invoice M51 in photographs
- New clutch, new heater valve, distributor refurbished, new points, new battery
Summary
It is rare indeed to come across any vehicle outside of a museum that has covered so few miles in so many years, even in the rarified world of investment-only Ferraris and Aston Martins. Yet YFC 95X does appear to have passed a lifetime as a purely local runabout and shopping trolley, enjoying a garaged and cosseted existence.
It is clear that the car’s original owner cherished it, from the incredibly good condition of the interior: place your hands on the steering wheel and there aren’t even any wear marks. This is a true timewarp-condition Mini estate, and whilst the 1982 original build quality wasn’t exactly perfect, its loving owner for 38 years certainly took every trouble to keep it as well as he possibly could.
Furthermore, the comprehensive recommissioning conducted since 2020 – look at the invoices - ensures the car will come to you trouble-free and likely to remain so for many more years. Whether you continue to use it as a local urban shopping trolley, or venture further afield to give this simple and charming car a new lease of life on the open road, you are certain to enjoy attention and cheap classic motoring wherever you go.
It is clear that the car’s original owner cherished it, from the incredibly good condition of the interior: place your hands on the steering wheel and there aren’t even any wear marks. This is a true timewarp-condition Mini estate, and whilst the 1982 original build quality wasn’t exactly perfect, its loving owner for 38 years certainly took every trouble to keep it as well as he possibly could.
Furthermore, the comprehensive recommissioning conducted since 2020 – look at the invoices - ensures the car will come to you trouble-free and likely to remain so for many more years. Whether you continue to use it as a local urban shopping trolley, or venture further afield to give this simple and charming car a new lease of life on the open road, you are certain to enjoy attention and cheap classic motoring wherever you go.
NOTE: black/silver plates are only legal on vehicles registered before August 01 1975
Vehicle specification
- Year 1982
- Make Austin
- Model Mini Clubman HL Estate
- Colour Vermilion
- Odometer 13,111 Miles
- Engine size 998
Listing Details
- Seller Type Trade
- Town Brentwood
- Location Essex
- Country United Kingdom
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