1962 Morris Mini-Minor De-Luxe

Description

Just two owners from new, the current for 18 years; beautifully restored to Cooper S spec with rebuilt unleaded 1,275cc engine and many new old stock BMC parts; Newton Commercial interior; a super example all round 

Note**

Dating from April 1962, this rather wonderful Morris Mini-Minor De-Luxe was supplied new via W. Lawrence, Victory Garage of Hereford, Austin and Morris agents. It has had just one further owner since, the first keeping it for 43 years before our vendor acquired it in 2005.

It has been comprehensively restored during the last few years with a host of upgrades including a complete strip to bare metal and re-paint in Island Blue with Old English White roof. It is fitted with a 1,275cc engine from an MG 1300 the vendor had, along with many new old stock BMC Cooper parts our man had collected over the years to create this wonderful ‘homage’ to the period Cooper S.

The interior has been treated to a complete re-trim courtesy of Newton Commercial Interiors plus NOS horn push and new 130mph speedo. The low mileage 1300 engine was rebuilt with an unleaded head and new ancillaries replacing the original 850cc unit. A new battery, wheels and tyres were also fitted along with a new exhaust system which sounds lovely. 

Since completion the car has covered but a couple of miles, remaining indoors on show as an ornament. The car wants for nothing and would sit well in any collection.

The history file includes the V5C showing just one former keeper, the original purchase invoice from 31st March 1962 for £589, the original warranty sheet, six old MOTs dating back to Yr.2000 at 15,111 miles, an old style V5 and selection of photos of the car prior to its restoration.

An unrepeatable opportunity to acquire this gem of a Mini with its appealing upgrades and interesting history.

** Bidders please note - although the car was running and driving when it arrived, the fuel pump has since failed, power is getting to it but its not pumping, so this will need looking at.

For more information contact - will.daniels@brightwells.com