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BMC Mini 1000 Saloon — 1970

Ready-to-drive "Hundkoja" (Swedish nickname for the Mini) in a delightful enthusiast condition.

Ted Gryth
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"The car runs well and gives a solid impression both inside and outside."

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Ted Gryth
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Ida Johansen
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"The car runs well and gives a solid impression both inside and outside."

Description

Sten Norberg in Bjärnum has successfully run a car sales and dismantling business for many years. During this time, he has collected several fine cars that have been in good original condition or in need of restoration. As the collection now needs to be downsized due to space constraints, he has chosen to sell some of his gems.

This car joined the collection in 1981 and was restored with a new paint job in its original color, along with service. His wife drove the car for a few years, and then it was stored in the collection.

Technical data

  • Year
    1970/1970 
  • Registration date
    1970-01-01 
  • Mileage
    01000 Km 
  • Kw / hp
    28 / 35 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Manual 
  • Interior finish
    Vinyl 
  • Colour
    Yellow 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    The car runs smoothly and has recently been serviced, with everything functioning properly. There are "flat spots" on the tires, which are likely to disappear after some driving.

  • Interior condition:

    The original interior is in a nice and well-preserved condition with minor signs of use. However, there is a tear in the driver's seat cushion.

  • Exterior condition:

    The car has been repainted in its original color in the early 1980s, and the paint has held up well. However, there are some runs present at the door pillars. The chrome, tires, and wheels are in good condition.

  • General condition:

    The car is ready for summer meets and exhibitions. Inspected on 2023-05-29.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Avst 1985-07-31
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1970-01-01 (typbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1970-01-01
Senast godkända besiktning: 2023-05-29
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 9

Facts about the model

They were manufactured under the BMC umbrella with the names Austin and Morris, as well as the luxury versions Wolseley and Riley. It was called "badge engineering" because they mainly just changed badges and grilles. The first "hundkojan" or Mini, as it was called in the rest of the world, was introduced in 1959. It was revolutionary thanks to its clever and space-saving design, for which Alec Issigonis was responsible. Issigonis' idea was to create a simple and affordable car with good driving characteristics, and that's exactly what he achieved. One person who truly appreciated the car was John Cooper, who at the time ran a racing team with Formula cars in the top league. He used BMC engines in his cars and knew their potential. An idea was born. John Cooper contacted Alec Issigonis, who was not at all interested in having a more powerful engine in his beloved Mini. He believed it was a car for the people, not a racing machine like John Cooper wanted it to be.
In 1961, John Cooper finally got what he wanted, and an enlarged, 997cc (57 hp) variant of the original 850 (37 hp) engine was developed. The new Mini Cooper was born. The Cooper had a different upholstery and disc brakes. They also had a contrasting color for the roof. A sportier variant was introduced in 1963 and was produced in limited numbers. It was the Cooper S 1071cc, which also had larger and more powerful disc brakes. In 1964, a lot happened. Three new engine variants were developed: the Cooper S 1275cc, 970cc, and a more civilized 998cc engine for the regular Cooper. The reason for developing so many engine variants was the different class divisions based on engine displacement used in car racing. There were classes for cars up to 850cc, 1000cc, 1150cc, and 1300cc. So, there was a Mini for every class.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Bjärnum

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Collection must take place before: 2023-07-06.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

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