Highlights
- Extensive professional high end restoration in 2015
- Only 5,000 miles covered since completion
- Finished in Teal Blue and black with large electric ‘Webasto’ roof
- Electric power steering with switchable assist modes
- Upgraded Moulton Smootha-Ride suspension with adjustable ride height
- 1,275cc engine and twin tailpipe stainless steel sports exhaust
- Voluntary MOT valid to June 2026 with no advisories
The Appeal
Classic Minis tend to fall into two categories: the factory standard show stars and the bespoke, often extreme, evolutions. Few are like this car, a clever and highly considered restomod.
The car was developed and restored in 2015 by the previous keeper for his wife. He was a motor engineer who worked on cars for Goodwood. While some of that work is obvious, such as the tasteful wider stance, Supalite alloys and big electric folding ‘Webasto’ roof, much of what makes this car so great is hidden.
Beneath the bonnet is a switch from 1L power to the 1,275cc motor. It is connected to a stainless steel exhaust with twin exit pipes. Then there is the electric power steering system, which can cleverly be switched on or off, and the upgrade to Moulton Smootha-Ride suspension. Anyone familiar with this improvement will know how good it is. Inside, there is a retrimmed black leather cabin with subtle upgrades to accommodate a rev counter and the power steering switches. Neat little details include a rear wash wipe, large switchable reversing light and electric windows.
The car has only covered around 5,000 miles since completion and presents exceptionally well. The dark Teal Blue paintwork with black arches and roof neatly accents the classic chrome bumpers and over-riders.
The car is said to run and drive very well. It comes with a useful voluntary MOT that gives buyers useful transparency and added reassurance. It runs to June 2026 with no advisories. There isn’t another one like it so don’t miss this Mini gem.
The vendor says:
“Overall, I have loved owning Fae, and used her as my daily driver to work and back almost exclusively throughout the spring, summer months as long as no rain was forecast.
The ride and the seat combination do make her the most comfortable and compliant classic mini I’ve ever driven. This is our 6th!”
History and Paperwork
- First registered 2nd February 1972
- Eleven registered keepers from new
- Current keeper since May 2024
- Current keeper is a serial Mini enthusiast
- Previously recorded as red with colour change noted in July 2020
- Car fully restored and rebuilt in 2015 for previous keeper’s wife
- Previous keeper was an experienced motor engineer and auto electrician with over 50 years experience with classic cars and Minis
- He previously worked near Goodwood maintaining historic cars
- Used as daily driver in spring/summer (when no rain forecast)
- V5C in current keeper’s name
- History file as shown
- Voluntary MOT to 4th June 2026 with no advisories
- 72,132 miles on test and 72,606 miles showing in photos
The Condition
- Restored bodyshell repainted in classic Teal Blue period body colour
- Paintwork matched with black roof and black arch trims
- Vendor states that there is no corrosion
- Good later body shell used during restoration we are told
- Underside presents well in photos as shown with no structural advisories on MOT
- Fitted with Supalite black alloy wheels in good order with light kerbing as shown
- New Nankang tyres fitted 2,000 miles ago to front and Falkens on rear
- Chromework presents well in photos with one front over rider showing tarnish
- Large electric folding Webasto-style sunroof in good working order
- Black leather interior with white piping in very good condition as shown
- Features seats from a late 1990s Mini
- Black carpets to cabin and grey carpeted boot area, both well kept
- Largely standard interior with dashboard modifications as shown
- Upgraded interior including electric windows and electric sunroof
- Features include cigar lighter, rear wash/wipe and large rear light for reversing
- Two separate electric security measures to deter thieves
The Mechanics
- 1,275cc Mini engine
- 4spd manual transmission
- Few miles covered since restoration completed
- Switchable electric power steering with assisted and non-assisted modes
- Power steering kit cost £1,698 plus fitting
- High torque starter motor
- Upgraded suspension with Moulton Smootha-Ride kit with adjustable ride height
- Vendor states that this set up is more comfortable and compliant than standard Mini suspension
- Twin-tailpipe stainless steel sports exhaust
- Servo-assisted brakes with discs at front, drums at rear
- The vendor states that it drives incredibly well
- We are told that the car can cruise at 70 mph on motorways
- No advisories on current MOT
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