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Austin Mini 850 — 1960

This Series 1 Mini is an exceptionally early model, meticulously maintained, and has seen just three owners. The current owner, a dedicated Mini enthusiast, proudly keeps this vehicle in top shape. Remarkably, it stands as one of the oldest Minis still actively cruising the roads of Sweden today.

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Lot Number
16593
Location
Eksjö

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"The owner, a devoted Mini enthusiast for 23 years, has diligently maintained this car, and its inspection-exempt for life. It starts easily, runs smoothly, handles gearshifts with ease, and boasts strong brakes, with only routine maintenance needed in the future. Nice to note its a Matching number car."

Description

This Austin Mini 850 De Luxe saloon was first sold to a gentleman in Eksjö on 07-11-1959 and copies of the orginal registeration are included it full history can be followed up until the early 1970´s and then it probably dropped out of the Swedish register until it was re registered in 1994 by then it first owner with the new registeration number, im guessing in total its had 11 owners in total.

Since it was re registered in 1994 it was fully renovated and repainted in its current red and white colour scheme " "por027 indian roth red and 234 Volvo white roof" the reuppholstered in the blue plush fabric. The car comes with a certificate from the hertiage trust that confirms the car original colour was Farina Grey with a Grey cloth interior also the it confirms the car has matching numbers "see pictures" The current owner bought car in 2000 and it basically spent most of its life in and around Eksjö area and has held up well after its renovations 25+ years ago and always stored in the owners garage and never driven in the winter.
Carfax Free history (17)

Technical data

Year
1960/1960
Registration date
1994-03-08
Mileage
1077
Kw / hp
26 / 35
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
Interior finish
Textile
Colour
Red

Condition

  • Mechanical condition

    This car is consistently maintained in excellent running condition, with the owner personally servicing it every year. It sees frequent use, particularly during the summer months. Recent big jobs wiring lume replace and all electric reviewed, Cylinder heads gasket replaced, brake renvoated with new cylinders, new bushes and clutch and springs plus many newer parts in the enginebay "see pictures" The new owner with have many years and trouble free motoring ahead.

  • Interior condition

    The interior is clean, tidy, and in good condition. While it's not in its original design, it can easily be restored to its original state using readily available Mini parts. The instrumentation works well, the dashboard and door cards are clean, and the carpets, steering wheel, headliner, and seats are all in great shape.

  • Exterior condition

    The bodywork of the car is impressively straight and clean, showing no visible signs of rust and featuring well-fitted panels. Although the older restoration has held up nicely, there are a few blisters emerging around the lower door edge and a small paint crack near the rear bumper's corner edge, as shown in the pictures. The paintwork maintains a clean and glossy finish, complemented by the excellent and shiny chrome work all around. Additionally, the underbody is in good condition, with a substantial layer of underseal providing effective protection.

  • General condition

    It's always a pleasure to acquire a car from an enthusiast who has taken such great care of it, regularly driving and maintaining it. The minor cosmetic issues can be addressed over time, without any immediate concern. Just turn the key and relish in many trouble-free years of motoring ahead, all while knowing you own one of the oldest Minis on the roads of Sweden.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2003-04-05
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1994-02-14 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1994-03-08
Senast godkända besiktning: 2016-06-01
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 3

Location and viewing Information

Location: Eksjö

For viewing the vehicle, contact the valuator/depot:

Shaun Major
+46 709-72 40 07
shaun@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place before: 2023-11-23.

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

Auction information

General information about the condition of the vehicles .
  • At this auction, many vehicles have been included in car collections and have been stored (mothballed) for a long time. For this reason, they are described from a collector's perspective and may need technical reviews and maintenance service - oil, battery replacement, new tires, brake review, etc. - before they can be used. .
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