Highlights

One of only 1,000 genuine "Italian Job" Limited Edition models ever produced for the UK
States "Italian job" on the V5 registration document
Professionally restored to a high standard between 2020-2021
Off the road since 2008 before comprehensive nut-and-bolt restoration
Photo documentation of the restoration process included
Advisory-free MOT until April 2026

The Appeal

The Mini already had an established celebrity when Michael Caine took on a fleet of three in 1969's The Italian Job - but there's little doubt that the film's phenomenal success sealed it forever in the public psyche. By the 1990s, the car was one of the most-marketed and most-editioned vehicles ever built, and Rover were likely kicking themselves when they realised the potential in an edition linked to the retro blockbuster.

Released in four separate colourways - the film's liveries of Flame Red, Electric Blue and Ice White, alongside trusty ol' British Racing Green, only 1,000 were built for the UK market, while Italy got 750. They went all out with limited edition badging, bonnet stripes and twin driving lamps, while the cabin was decked out in a handsome black Tweed.

This particular Electric Blue example is a genuine Italian job car and stands out for its comprehensive professional restoration, which saw the car stripped to a bare shell before being meticulously rebuilt with attention to detail that extends to the body-coloured underside and gloss black subframes.

With just 42,412 miles on the clock, reportedly backed by a full service history to verify its limited use, this Mini was a prize in an Aspire auction, and is now being sold on by the lucky winner - who's sure that it'll prove an exciting addition to the buyer's fleet.

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History and Paperwork

First registered in 1993
Limited Edition "Italian Job" model, one of only 1,000 produced
Comes with V5C logbook stating it is the real deal & documenting ownership history
Off the road since 2008 before undergoing professional restoration between 2020-2021
Offered as a prize in an Aspire Auction in May 2025
Won by the vendor, who is now selling it on due to lack of space
Full service history reportedly included, documenting the car's 42,412 miles
MOT valid until April 2026 with zero advisories
Clear HPI certificate confirming the car's clean history
Original handbook pack included
Spare keys provided
Comprehensive photo documentation of the restoration process included

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The Condition

Comprehensive nut-and-bolt style restoration completed between 2020-2021
Finished in Factory Blue with black bonnet stripes following professional restoration
Body was stripped to bare shell during restoration with body-coloured underside
Gloss black subframes fitted as part of the restoration
All of this looks in good order, with minimal signs of use
Italian Job badges and branding all present and correct
Alloys appear in good order
Underside looks good and solid
Recently received a wax oil treatment for long-term preservation
Interior presents in very good order with original black vinyl and cloth seats
No sign of any substantial rips or tears
All instruments are very clean and legible
Dashboard is nicely presented with little signs of wear

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The Mechanics

1,275cc A-Series fout-cylinder engine
4-speed manual transmission
Engine bay looks in fine order
Rebuilt suspension system as part of the 2020-2021 restoration
Recent mechanical maintenance includes new front hub bearing
New fan belt recently fitted
Has undergone a full mechanical checkover
Engine and mechanical components restored as part of the comprehensive restoration
We understand that the car is ready and waiting to drive away

BEFORE YOU BUY

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