In 1998, Rover teamed up with designer, Paul Smith, and put together a new addition to the Mini's Limited Edition stable - perhaps one of the best known of them all. With only 300 units produced for the British market, and only 1,500 allocated for the rest of the world, the Paul Smith Mini was primarily offered in only a single blue livery (while Japan could also choose black or white) and carried the 1,275 cc A-Series by default - finished off with the oft-stolen 24ct gold and enamel bonnet badge.
This particular example has been meticulously maintained and recently underwent extensive work by a classic Mini specialist including a respray, bodywork repairs and plenty of new components, while still keeping it as close as possible to its original Paul Smith spec. With a fresh MOT, valid until June 2025, this is a fantastic opportunity to take on a much-prized limited edition Mini.
History and Paperwork
Registered in 1998
The DVLA records 6 previous keepers
In current ownership since May 2023
Extensive work done by a classic Mini specialist
Full year's MOT valid until June 2025
Reportedly comes with an extensive service history
Also includes:
Numerous invoices and receipts for work carried out since its registration
Original Paul Smith brochure
Original manufacture book pack and service portfolio
Bespoke car cover
Paul Smith Mini key fob
V5
Currently indicates 83,679 miles on a five-figure odometer
The Condition
The car was totally resprayed in May 2024 in Paul Smith Blue
All corrosion has been addressed and the car is showing no further signs of it
Gold plated bonnet badge with green UK map icon on the front grille
Two new sills have been installed
The underside was undersealed after the respray
The boot was cut out and new metal welded in
Original re-furbished charcoal Minilite wheels
New front grill and trim
New headlights and indicators
New wipers
Re-conditioned body-coloured wheel arches
Interior is standard apart from upgraded radio (original radio also available)
Custom Paul Smith standard black leather seats which have been reconditioned
Brand new complementing headlining
Paul Smith citrus green detailing in the glove box, floor mats and boot
Blue dash with magnolia dials
1 of only 300 rare limited edition Paul Smith Minis produced in the UK
The Mechanics
1,275cc A-Series I4 engine
Manual transmission with 4 gears
New exhaust, cat, and gaskets
New fuel pump kit
K&N air filter
New Lambda sensor
New rear brakes, shoes, and wheel cylinder
Recent oil and filter change
Injectors removed and cleaned
Oil, filter, and spark plug change in early June
Only covered 750 miles since 2021
The vendor reports that it drives well and starts first time
We've no reports of any mechanical issues
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