Highlights

Highly original example
Only 2 former keepers
In current ownership for approximately 43 years
Excellent candidate for cosmetic restoration

*Please note that since the Mini was listed and photographed, it’s developed a small issue which prevents it from starting. A third party has diagnosed it to ‘likely’ be a fault with the distributor as it has a weak spark.*

The Appeal

The Mini Cooper is as big as The Beatles - an icon of the 1960s that was perfectly practical and yet peculiarly characterful - offering a spirited driving experience wrapped in Sir Alec Issigonis's ingeniously compact design. These Coopers remain hugely sought after, and finding one with a long, stable ownership history only adds to the appeal.

This particular example, affectionately named "Gertrude" by its custodians, has been in the same family's care since 1982 — some 43 years of continuous ownership. The vendor describes it as a fun drive with many happy memories attached. For those seeking a long-term, single-family-ownership Mini Cooper with honest character, she's quite the candidate.

Age-commensurate patina, as expected for one of Austin's spirited little city cars, has bedded in, along with some more potent corrosion. However, it's all still solid bones - a great candidate for cosmetic restoration that's sure to prove rewarding.

Key Information

Mileage: 85,794 miles indicated
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
Technical specs: 998cc A-Series 4-cylinder petrol engine, 4-speed manual
Paperwork: A batch of paperwork along with V5c

The Detail

Highly original throughout
Original blue paintwork
Paintwork carries some signs of wear across the car
Corrosion noted in the usual places - gutters, window surrounds etc
Original steel wheels
MK2 badging is loose on the boot door
Original black vinyl cabin
Some nicks and splits to the upholstery
Some pitting and corrosion here and there
Dashboard in good overall condition with some bubbling
No history of major structural issues requiring work
No outstanding finance
Engine is starting and running
Has been garaged

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