Description
1993 Rover Mini Rio 1275 Ltd edition Mini
* 1 of 250 ever made worldwide
* Low mileage - 57, 000 miles
* Full logbook and bunch of keys
* Starts and drives
* (brakes are not working)
* Complete original survivor car
This is an authentic limited-edition model,
one of only 250 units produced in this specification—making it a highly sought-after prospect for collectors, enthusiasts, and dedicated restorers.
With just 57, 000 genuine miles from new, this car represents an exceptionally low-mileage foundation that has completely escaped the usual modern modifications and updates. It remains an untouched, completely original survivor car.
The Interior (Time Capsule ):
While the bodywork requires attention, the cabin is nothing short of remarkable. Stepping inside is genuinely like stepping back into 1993. The rare Greek Spiral interior trim is entirely intact, remarkably well-preserved, and presents in very good condition across the seats, door cards, and dash furniture. The steering wheel, instrumentation, and switchgear are all period-correct and show minimal wear, offering the next owner a wonderful intact cockpit to preserve while tackling the mechanical and structural restoration.
Engine :
This is a major selling point for this little car as it has the ever popular 1275 carburettor engine the engine starts instantly and runs lovely no untoward or unwanted noises and runs smoothly, the car also drives spot on
Although will ideally want a full service and carburettor clean.
Required Restoration Work:
As a classic Mini of this era, corrosion has started creeping in, and the car requires a few areas of welding and a front panel replacement kit to return it to its former glory.
Known areas requiring attention include
(though are not limited to):
* Door steps
* Holes requiring patches in the floor pans
* Inner sill repairs
* Complete front-end panel replacement kit, including a scuttle repair
a rare, low-mileage classic Mini with significant investment potential once restored.
Car and classic values this car between
Fair condition - £6000 -> concours at £12, 000
Great investment at this low price.
The car is to be Collected from
Ebbw Vale, South wales
United Kingdom
Bank transfer or cash
Welcome to send a truck to collect the car
Funds will need to be cleared before the car leaves
The car is a limited edition model
1 of only 250 ever made in Caribbean blue
Complete original survivor car ready for the lucky new keeper to restore and cherish
