Description
Mini 1000 Special | 1988
Highlights:
– 1.0-litre four-cylinder engine, petrol, 4-speed manual transmission
– Restored from the ground up in 2003, with complete invoicing on file
– Professional appraisal report included, documenting the condition at time of restoration
– 39,000 kilometres recorded, guaranteed by documentation
– Stored in a private collection since 2016; requires recommissioning before road use
The seller offers for sale this 1988 Mini 1000 Special, powered by a 1.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a 4-speed manual gearbox. This yellow Mini underwent a complete restoration in 2003, covering the car from top to bottom at a cost of over €10,000. Full invoicing from that restoration is included with the car, along with a detailed appraisal report compiled at the time. The paintwork was refinished as part of the restoration and presents in good condition, though the seller notes it is not of concours quality. The chassis was fully attended to during the restoration and presents well. Since 2016 the car has been kept in a private collection, and it will need to be brought back up to current roadworthy standards before use. The recorded mileage of 39,000 kilometres is guaranteed by documentation.
The Mini is one of the most significant and recognisable small cars in automotive history. Designed by Sir Alec Issigonis and launched in 1959, it was conceived as an efficient and affordable solution to post-Suez petrol rationing in Britain, but quickly became a cultural icon. Its transversely mounted engine and front-wheel-drive layout were revolutionary for a production car of its size, and the packaging, placing the wheels at the four corners of the body, created an interior space that belied the car’s compact dimensions. The 1000 Special was a trim variant offered during the final decades of the original Mini’s production run, combining the well-proven A-series engine with a range of period-specific equipment and detailing. By the late 1980s, the Mini had outlasted almost every contemporary rival and continued to attract a loyal following across Europe.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Condition of the interior
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Technical condition
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Overall condition
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
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This car is currently located in: Overijssel, Netherlands.
This car drives, brakes and shifts.
The car has a Dutch registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.
The description of this car is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the car from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy.
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