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1979 Mini Van 95 (1,310cc) Project

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1979 Mini Van 95 (1,310cc) Project

Lot Number: 121

1979 Mini Van 95 (1,310cc) Project

Partly completed but stalled Mini Van project from long term ownership and offered without Reserve.

There is a Sale Room Notice on this lot, please read this before placing a bid

Sold for an undisclosed sum.

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 22nd – Sunday 23rd at 12:00:00 GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

BODY COLOUR
Speedwell Blue
DRIVE
RHD
REG NUMBER
CTO 960T
ODOMETER READING
78928 Miles

SALE ROOM NOTICE

Please note - The engine fitted is a Metro Turbo charged 1275, which has been rebored by 1310.

SUMMARY

Partly completed but stalled Mini Van project from long term ownership and offered without Reserve.

DESCRIPTION

The Mini Van was renamed as the Mini 95 in 1978, the number representing the gross vehicle weight of 0.95 tons
First registered in March 1979, this example was acquired in November 2001 by its current owner who has partially restored and upgraded it over the course of the past 24 years
It's now powered by an upgraded Metro 1,275cc engine, rebored by MED Engineering to 1,310cc coupled with rebuilt 4-speed manual gearbox
As well as the repairs to its bodywork, the vehicle has been resprayed in Speedwell Blue and the interior retrimmed in black vinyl
It has also has benefited from a full mechanical overhaul as part of its restoration, supported by numerous invoices totalling over £6,000
The restoration obviously stalled some time ago and we would urge your close inspection to establish how much work remains
When completed, the van could be pressed into service as a usable delivery vehicle for a local business, or would make a fun addition to any assembly of British Classics

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number: 121
Make: AUSTIN
Model: MINIVAN
Registration Number: CTO 960T
MOT Expiry: Exempt
Chassis Number: XLV1594706A
Engine Number: 12HA85AA102383
Transmission: Manual
Body Colour: Speedwell Blue

GALLERY

SPECIALIST

Stacey Williams
Car Specialist
07472 250306
stacey@iconicauctioneers.com

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SCORE:

77 / 135

Exterior

Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

I had £750 worth of welding done in 2006 by a Swindon Mini specialist and it was painted Speedwell blue the same year

Interior

Door-Cards:

Carpets:

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Dashboard:

Boot:

Engine

Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Remarks

I bought a 1987 MG Metro Turbo just for the engine and gearbox Engine bored to + .020” with Omega pistons, MED head work with big inlet vales and lots of Avonbar parts including phase 2 turbo cam and wastegate. The van has done only c. 100 miles with this engine which is not yet run-in, though is currently not starting. The van has not been driven on the road since then.

Transmission

Gears:

Clutch:

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Remarks

Gearbox rebuilt with all new bearings, seals, syncro rings and Cross-pin diff, this is based on when last driven

Running Gear

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Remarks

Because of the turbo engine, extensive mods have had to be made to the bulkhead, a large part has to be chopped out and special box welded in Maniflow single box turbo exhaust. The van has done only c. 100 miles with this engine which is not yet run-in, The van has not been driven on the road since then.

Electrics

Minor:

Major:

Remarks

New Bosch fuel pump fitted 2016, new fuel pressure regulator 2020

Vehicle History

Remarks

Lots of history back to the 1990's. On SORN, no MOT.

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

Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 24th March. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.

Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.

If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 24th February, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

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