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- The Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show Sale 2023
- 1976 British Leyland Mini 1275 GT
1976 British Leyland Mini 1275 GT
Lot Number: 387
1976 British Leyland Mini 1275 GT
Fully restored around five years ago, this smart little GT has covered just over 1,000 miles since.
- Sold for: £14,850
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 26th March, 2023 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Leyland White -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
URY 623S -
ODOMETER READING
10339 Miles
SUMMARY
Fully restored around five years ago, this smart little GT has covered just over 1,000 miles since.
DESCRIPTION
- Introduced in 1969, the new GT featured a 1,275 cc four-cylinder A-Series, a four-synchro, close-ratio, four-speed manual gearbox, a tachometer and (from 1974) 12" wheels fitted over 8.4-inch Cooper 'S' disc brakes
- Finished in Leyland White, having been restored around five years ago, this example was acquired by our vendor a couple of years ago as a usable classic
- It was first MOT'd back in 2018 at 9,223 miles and is currently indicating 10,339 miles
- Our vendor has fitted a new windscreen, water pump and CV Joint during his two years of care
- Nicely presented and period correct with its mid-seventies 'deckchair' seating, it has featured in a number of Mini magazines
- Whilst not Concours, it is a superb, throaty little driver that would be welcomed at any gathering of Mini enthusiasts
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 387
- Make
- LEYLAND
- Model
- MINI
- Variant
- 1275 GT
- Registration Number
- URY 623S
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- XE2D2473254A
- Engine Number
- 18145
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Leyland White
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Gary Dunne
- Car Specialist
- 07740 946796
- gary@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Gary.
CONTACTSCORE:
94 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Very Good
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Good
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Reconditioned in 2017 low mileage since
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
Reconditioned in 2017 low mileage since
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
Good
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
Good
Vehicle History
Remarks
None prior to 2018, Magazine Featured
Restoration Notes
Done by Previous owner
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
TBC
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