1990 Austin Mini 30 1.4 Turbo
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Highlights
- Exciting 30 with 1.4 Metro Turbo engine
- Excellent condition with quality restored finish
- Carefully upgraded running gear
- Long list of new parts fitted
- Long MOT to January 2025 with no advisories
- Low mileage car
- A fantastic responsive drive
The Appeal
Just 3,000 Mini 30s were built to celebrate, you guessed it, the little car’s 30th anniversary. But that is just the jumping-off point for this remarkable 1990 30. Beneath the bespoke paintwork lies a 1,380cc engine that began life in a MG Metro Turbo.
The running gear has been suitably upgraded to match the firmly dialled-up performance while the interior has been retrimmed to continue the bespoke feel of the paintwork. In a world of Minis where individualising reigns supreme, this is a proper one-of-a-kind car that has been upgraded and maintained without concern for the cost.
Alongside that appeal to the heart sits some facts that provide more rational reasons to buy it. It is a very low mileage car that has covered few miles since the work was completed. Then there is a long, advisory-free MOT that verifies the condition. This is a fantastic example and a great opportunity to benefit from all that hard work.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 2nd April 1990 and recorded as a Mini 30
- Vendor advises that no expense has been spared and no work is needed
- MOT records verify low mileage
- Speedometer changed in 2012 at 57,252 miles to current Paul Smith item
- Paul Smith dial was set at zero when installed
- MOT to 10th January 2025 with no advisories and 1 miles showing covered since test
- Extensively upgraded car across mechanicals, bodywork and interior as documented below
The Condition
- Good quality respray in Metallic Candy Cobalt Blue with white roof
- Bodywork and paintwork present well with no rust or dings reported to panels
- Underside in similarly rust free condition as confirmed by recent MOT
- Turbo decals to bodywork the only giveaway to its potential
- Deep dish gold polished rim Minilite-style alloys in good order
- Fitted with good tread & condition matching tyres all round specifically selected for their road holding qualities
- Tinted windows which vendor confirms are road legal
- Chromework in good order with bright finish
- Standard aesthetics apart from bonnet scoop, chrome spoiler and wide arches
- Heavily refreshed interior with Ivory seats piped in Blue
- New blue carpets with black overmats
- New door cards and cappings in matching finish
- Brushed aluminium dashboard with auxiliary dials and Paul Smith cream dials
- Good headlining showing no marks or tears
- Blue Union flag pedals
The Mechanics
- MG Metro Turbo engine bored out to 1,380cc
- 4spd manual gearbox
- Low mileage car with well maintained history
Upgraded mechanical specification includes
- Goodrich braided aluminium brake hoses
- Mini fin rear drums
- Engine stabilisers front and rear
- Polybushed suspension
- Adjustable track control arms
- New fuel lines
- Stainless steel sports exhaust with big bore
- Four pot calipers
- Electric fuel pump
- Battery isolator switch
- Green brake pads
BEFORE YOU BUY
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✓ If the seller is registered as a private seller, consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not apply. Car & Classic’s return policy applies.
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✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is, Where Is’ basis and without warranty. A full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase and bidding is highly recommended. Photos and descriptions are for guidance purposes only.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
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✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection or delivery.
Vehicle specification
- Year 1990
- Make Austin
- Model Mini
- Colour Blue
- Odometer 1,855 Miles
- Engine size 1380
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Location London
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- St•••• £9,001 19/02/24
- ix•••• £8,750 19/02/24
- st•••• £8,500 19/02/24
- ix•••• £8,250 19/02/24
- st•••• £8,000 19/02/24
- st•••• £7,500 19/02/24
- ix•••• £7,250 19/02/24
- st•••• £7,000 19/02/24
- ix•••• £6,750 19/02/24
- Ri•••• £6,500 19/02/24
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