1965 Austin Mini 850

Lot Number: 708

1965 Austin Mini 850

Smart, mid-sixties, Mini 850 finished in the classic Cooper colours of Almond Green and Old English White.

  • Sold for: £10,688

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 30th September, 2023 at 11.00am BST at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Almond Green/OEW

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    GLO 960C

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    9825 Miles

SUMMARY

Smart, mid-sixties, Mini 850 finished in the classic Cooper colours of Almond Green and Old English White.

DESCRIPTION

  • An original UK-supplied 1965 Austin Mini 850 first registered on 07/10/1965
  • Very Cooper-esque in Almond Green and Old English White with cream wheels
  • Excellent chrome and wheel arch trim
  • Smart Porcelain Green interior with a dished leather-rimmed steering wheel
  • Supplied with a small history file with invoices back to 1988
  • A few hours of detailing would take this little 'Min' to the next level

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
708
Make
AUSTIN
Model
MINI 850
Registration Number
GLO 960C
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
AA257-786607
Engine Number
8AM-U-H1000884
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Almond Green/OEW

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.

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SEE IT IN ACTION

SEE IT IN ACTION

SCORE:

101 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

Excellent condition no scrapes or scratches, no dents or dings.

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

Dashboard:

Boot:

Remarks

Good condition, Small hole in rear drivers side seat pad otherwise immaculate. The plaques in the door sills were riveted to the sills by CarMart who had the Royal Seal of approval to supply vehicles to the Royal Family.

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Remarks

Runs great.

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Remarks

Drives well and selects gears as it should.

Running Gear


Axles:

Chassis:

Suspension:

Bearings:

Brakes:

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Remarks

Runs and Drives as it should.

Electrics


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Vehicle History


Restoration Notes

Has had a light up keep restoration over the years.

About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 1st October between 10am and 3pm and Monday 2nd October between 9am and 1pm.

Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.

Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 2nd therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.

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