Highlights

Extensively and well-restored bodywork
Rebuilt 1,275cc engine and remote change 4 synchro gearbox
Comprehensive rust proofing using Bilt Hammer products and Waxoyl
Upgraded and replaced braking system
New Cooper S wheels and Yokohama A008 tyres

The Appeal

Quirky, eccentric and utterly unique, the Mini was the brainchild of BMC's golden boy - Alec Issigonis, who had created the Morris Minor before it. With its perky little A-Series engine, lightweight body shell and tight-handling compact wheelbase, the Mini's distinctive character meant that it kept on soldiering on the market all the way up until 2001. In the process, it became one of the most iconic cars in history.

This particular early example has been revitalised with a comprehensive restoration and mechanical overhaul - with a certain sporting aura throughout. From its Speedwell Blue livery and upgraded engine to its Cobra-style bucket seats, it's a fabulous tribute to the little motor that could's sporting history as it is a highly usable, potent little classic.

Whether you're a seasoned user of the Mini, or fancy getting your hands on one for the first time, we're sure this will prove a very exciting prospect.

History and Paperwork

Registered in 1961
The DVLA records 10 previous keepers
Fully restored in 2020
In current ownership since 2022
MOT exempt - last tested in 2022
Currently indicates 14,868 miles on a five-figure odometer
The car doesn't have a proper service history due to its age, but there are numerous receipts showing work carried out
The Mini has not been used on the public road since the rebuild
The car has only been driven on a private lane near where it is currently stored
Complete with:
- V5c document
- Heritage certificate
- Numerous invoices
- MOT certificate from 2022

The Condition

The car looks standard from a few yards away but has the performance and the ability to stop in modern traffic
The body was extensively and well restored before being painted around 4 years ago in Speedwell blue with a white roof
The restoration was done to a high standard, and we're told the doors are closing with a reassuring clunk
The bootlid is a fibreglass item, double skinned to replicate the original
After the bodywork was completed, the car was comprehensively rust proofed using Bilt Hammer products and Waxoyl
The wheels are new Cooper S items and the tyres are new Yokohama A008
The car has new carpet, upholstery, and door cards fitted
The seats have been replaced with new Cobra style bucket seats in tan, with a matching rear seat
The steering wheel is a slightly smaller sports item
A combined oil pressure/water temperature gauge is fitted under the right side of the parcel shelf
The interior makes for a more comfortable ride over the original seats

The Mechanics

The engine is a rebuilt 1,275cc A-Series I4 powerplant, with receipts included. It starts and runs well
The gearbox is a remote change 4 syncro unit that has also been rebuilt, with receipts for parts used available
The braking system has been upgraded and replaced entirely with a new master cylinder, pipework, and hoses
The front brakes are now Cooper S sized discs and callipers with new Super minifin drums and new brake cylinders on the rear
The suspension has been completely replaced with new rubber cone springs, adjustable height cones, new bushes all round, and new uprated front tie bars
The rear has adjustable radius arm brackets
The engine, gearbox, and all the running gear have been either rebuilt or replaced
The engine bay looks in very good order
The vendor reports that no work is required and the car is running well

BEFORE YOU BUY

This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:

✓ 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.

✓ A non-refundable deposit will be payable if you are the winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted, refer to FAQs and T&Cs for details.

✓ 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 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.

✓ UK-registered cars and motorbikes on Car & Classic are run through an online HPI check, to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing.

✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection or delivery.