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#1 thegreenhornet

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Posted 23 September 2017 - 04:57 PM

Very sadly having to sell my Mini, as I'll need a more modern car for work and I don't have space to keep it  :cry:

 

It's a very distinctive one painted in Porsche Signal Green, with a nicely retrimmed interior in black with matching green stripes, seat piping and gear lever and handbrake covers. It also has a carbon fibre effect dashboard panel and vintage-style steering wheel. 

 
The engine is a standard 998cc manual, but with a Maniflow 1.75" single box exhaust. The front brakes have been upgraded to discs (8.4"), and it has 12" x 5.5" alloy wheels, under Wood & Pickett style painted arches. All the tyres have plenty of tread, including a new spare that's never been used, and it has an MOT until the end of April 2018 (no advisories). 
 
It's done just under 55,000 miles and has been serviced every 6,000 miles, with an oil and filter change every 3,000. It's also been smothered in Waxoyl every year. It starts and runs perfectly, and drives brilliantly. I've driven it all around the country and, for a Seventies Mini, it's very reliable.
 
The braking system was recently replaced, with new front discs and calipers, rear brake cylinders and adjusters, master cylinder, pressure valve, pads and shoes. 
 
Lots of other parts have been renewed in the past few years, like the alternator, clutch and front subframe mounts. It also has halogen headlights, so you can actually see where you're going at night.
 
I've kept MOT certificates, garage bills and invoices from the time I've owned it, so that the new owner can see its more recent history.
 
I can include a silver Disklok steering lock with it, as well as an outdoor waterproof breathable cover from A-Series Spares, each worth about £100. 
 
I'm asking for £4,500, but I'm open to offers.
 
Please send me a message or give me a ring on 07929913593 if you'd like to come and take a look at it, or if you have any questions about it. I'm based in Leeds city centre. 
 
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#2 thegreenhornet

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Posted 30 September 2017 - 12:28 PM

It's still available guys! Open to offers!

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Posted 08 October 2017 - 12:05 PM

Bumpy bump...

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Posted 15 October 2017 - 12:28 PM

Surely someone must be interested? :/

#5 MacGyver

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Posted 17 October 2017 - 10:29 AM

I'm sure lots are... I am... But i have nowhere to put it and I'm a little bit too far...
Lovely example of a mini! Love that interior! 😎

#6 thegreenhornet

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Posted 17 October 2017 - 12:08 PM

Ah thanks :)

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Posted 17 October 2017 - 02:59 PM

Where are you advertising it?

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Posted 17 October 2017 - 05:01 PM

Where are you advertising it?


Apart from here it's on Auto Trader, eBay and Mini Magazine. I've had offers through eBay but only ridiculous ones. Someone messaged me earlier and recommended Car & Classic and Gumtree though.

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Posted 27 October 2017 - 08:55 PM

This is a great example of a superb classic! I'm interested but would have to sell mine first I think. Has it been fully restored? With no rust /welding problems? My son adores the colour, says it's percy green (thomas the tank engine mad!).

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Posted 27 October 2017 - 09:09 PM

Have you any pics of the engine bay??

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Posted 29 October 2017 - 10:26 PM

Have you any pics of the engine bay??

 

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