1991 Mitsuoka Le-Seyde - as seen on TV

Lot Number: 343

1991 Mitsuoka Le-Seyde - as seen on TV

Anyone familiar with popular television motoring programs will recognise the rather distinctive looks of this Japanese tribute to British sports cars of the 1960s!

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

  • Sold for: £10,125

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 24th March, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    White

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    J488 MDL

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    35500 Miles

SALE ROOM NOTICE

Please note the indicated mileage is 39,567 miles and not 35,500 miles as per the catalogue.

SUMMARY

Anyone familiar with popular television motoring programs will recognise the rather distinctive looks of this Japanese tribute to British sports cars of the 1960s!

DESCRIPTION

  • Mitsuoka is a small Japanese automobile company which builds modern Japanese cars to resemble British vehicles of the 1950s and 1960s. It is primarily a coachbuilder, taking production cars like the Nissan Micra and replacing the bodywork with its own custom designs
  • The Le Seyde was in production from 1990 to 1996. Made in limited numbers, the first 500 produced sold in no time at all and so another few batches were produced
  • This example dates from 1991 and is finished in white with green SSR cross-spoke alloys
  • It was first registered in the UK in 2015 and the V5 shows four former keepers
  • A distinctive Dalmatian print fabric covers the interior, which can be removed if desired. The two original front seats have been replaced with Recaro buckets
  • Having lived an eventful life on TV, the bodywork can be described as being in 'fair condition' with dents on both sides having been shot at with arrows
  • Holes can be found on each front wing allowing candelabras to be fitted for display purposes (note it is not road-legal in the UK to drive with these fitted). The candelabras are assembled and are stored in the boot
  • The car is fitted with a 1.8-litre Nissan engine which turns over and runs with no issues. The spark plugs have recently been replaced as well as a new battery fitted (2024)
  • The current indicated mileage is 35,500 and the MOT is valid until June 2024 issued with 'No Advisories'

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
343
Make
MITSUOKA
Model
LE SEYDE
Registration Number
J488 MDL
MOT Expiry
12/06/2024
Chassis Number
PS13036919
Transmission
Auto
Body Colour
White

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.

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SCORE:

76 / 135

Exterior


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Remarks

The body work is in fair condition. With the cars unique history it has been shot at with arrows. The dents can be found on both sides of the vehicle. The vehicle comes complete with green SSR alloys. Holes can be found on each front wing allowing candelabras to be fitted for display purposes (note it is not road legal in the UK to drive with these fitted). The candelabras are assembled and are stored in the boot.

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The car features Dalmatian print fabric covering the interior (this can be removed by the new owner), the front two seats have also been replaced with Ricaro racing seats.

Engine


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The car is fitted with a 1.8l Nissan engine which turns over and runs with no issues. The spark plugs have recently been replaced as well as a new battery fitted (2024).

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Remarks

This Le Seydenhas a very unique history. This is an excellent opportunity for a collector to own a very rare and desired car.


Import Notes

First registered December 1991. First DVLA registration May 2015

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

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