12th May, 2019 11:30 GMT/BST
Motor Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia
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Mini Mayfair Registration number: G134 LRH First Registered: 11-08-1989 Engine Size: 998cc Colour
Registration number: G134 LRH
First Registered: 11-08-1989
Engine Size: 998cc
Colour: Beige
Engine Number: 99HE210102183
Chassis Number: SAXXL2S1N20435675
V5C present
The Mini was a made by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) and its successors from 1959 until 2000. The original is considered a British icon of the 1960s, and its space-saving front-wheel drive layout allowed 80% of the area of the car's floorpan to be used for passengers and luggage influenced a generation of car makers. The vehicle is in some ways considered the British equivalent to its German contemporary the Volkswagen Beetle, which enjoyed similar popularity in North America. In 1999 the Mini was voted the second most influential car of the 20th century. This distinctive two-door car was designed by Sir Alec Issigonis, and was manufactured at the Longbridge and Cowley plants.
We are pleased to offer a stunning and late example of this iconic car showing an incredible 4830 genuine miles on the clock. This one owner Mini has had long term ownership and has spent most of its life dry stored and consequently is in remarkable original condition. With rare automatic transmission and relevant documentation this a remarkable find, described by our department as nothing less than a museum piece.
This 1000cc City Model was registered on the 11-08-1989 and it sports Immaculate original bodywork finished in Oyster with grey cloth interior, grey carpets and unmarked headlining. Bodywork is excellent with no rust and excellent original panel fit. The original rear sub-frame looks to be in excellent order and the car has never been welded, It is indeed a true time warp with very low mileage!
A large history file accompanies the Mini complete with handbooks, old MOTs and service receipts.
Still on the original Pirelli Cinturato tyres - the spare wheel and tyre is new and unused.
Buyer's premium of 10% (+VAT) applies to this lot
Sold for £6,000
Estimated at £6,000 - £7,000
. Paintwork very good. Interior very good with little wear. Displays incredible originality. Runs well and automatic gearbox changes smoothly. Tyres original from factory and perished though tread good.
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Auction: Motor Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia, 12th May, 2019
Motor Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia
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