*** Interested parties should note, the donor vehicle was subject to a CAT D insurance loss in 03/1999 ***

Highlights

One of only 300 factory-built Sprints
Built in 2001 from a 1987 Mini donor
Engine stripped and rebuilt prior to conversion
3,900 miles covered since the build
Current MOT valid to April 2027 advisories

The Appeal

The tiny Banham Sprint brings together two British motoring classics to create something altogether special. Paul Banham channelled the cheeky spirit of the original Frogeye into a more compact fibreglass body that would accommodate FWD Mini mechanicals, in the process creating a car that is driven by the simple idea of fun. The added joy of these cars is that the fibreglass body and the more modern mechanicals make them considerably easier to own than an original Austin Healey.

This light green Sprint was built by the factory in 2001 using a 56,000-mile 1987 Mini donor. We’re told that the work included fully rebuilding the 998cc engine, since when it has only covered 3,900 miles.

The car comes with current advisory-free MOT valid to April 2027. That could be one of the car’s last tests as it will be eligible for Historic Vehicle status from April 2028.

A really tidy example of these highly entertaining little sports cars.

Key Information

Mileage: 3,900 miles since conversion; donor Mini had approximately 56,000 miles prior to rebuild (not warranted)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid to 13th April 2027 with no advisories
Technical specs: 1,000cc four-cylinder petrol, five-speed manual, right-hand drive
Paperwork: The vendor mentions a large history file that will accompany the car

The Detail

Factory-built in 2001 with under 4,000 miles since completion
Very tidy example in light green with few signs of use
Fibreglass bodywork wth clamshell bonnet all in good condition
Sits on Minilite-style alloys, which appear to be in good condition
No structural advisories on MOT
Two seats trimmed in green
Black vinyl tonneau behind serats
Vendor describes the car as an "absolutely fantastic example"

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