1965 AUSTIN MINI COOPER MK1

KEY FACTS

• A classic British icon, with a charming colour scheme and which presents in superb condition.
• It is powered by the 998cc inline-four, coupled to the four-speed manual gearbox.
• Acquired by the vendor two and a half years ago in partially restored condition, it has now been completed and has covered less than 50 miles since then.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This Mk1 Mini Cooper has been refinished in the original factory colour scheme of Almond Green with an Old English White roof and two-tone Porcelain Green and Dove Grey upholstery.
• An electronic ignition was fitted during the restoration, but otherwise it is presented in the period-correct specification.
• Its British Motor Industry Heritage Certificate will be included in the sale.

CONDITION

• No known bodywork damage.
• Its resprayed paintwork is stunning condition, giving the Mini a showroom-fresh appearance.
• Inside, its green and grey upholstery is in excellent order, with no damage or wear whatsoever, and complementing the exterior colours perfectly.
• No electrical faults have been detected.
• The most recent MOT test was on 7 June 2021 at an indicated 11,971 miles, which was a clean pass with no advisories or defects.

SERVICE HISTORY

• Its most recent service was performed in May 2021 on completion of the nut-and-bolt, bare-shell £31,000 restoration, which included a comprehensive overhaul of the bodywork, subframes, brakes, suspension, engine, fuel system, exhaust, hydraulics, electrics and interior.
• A complete list of replaced and restored parts is available in the image gallery, with the vendor noting that they were all sourced from Newton & Commercial, Minis R Us, M/Machine and British Motor Heritage.

SUMMARY

This Austin Mini Cooper Mk1 is a comprehensively restored example of the British motoring icon, in its original factory colour scheme and which presents in fantastic condition throughout. It would now make a stunning addition to a collection of classic Minis, and a charming and fun companion for weekend drives.

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