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This 1973 Mini Innocenti 1000 Export of Italian origin is a second-hand car with 24,083 km, although the mileage cannot be justified (there is a 5-digit odometer). The seller states that the car is in very good general condition and that it has a valid MOT.

Externally, the car is in very good condition. The red paintwork shows very few visible defects in the gallery. The exterior plastics and seals are in good condition, as are the headlights. The seller states that this Mini Innocenti is free from corrosion.

The interior is in good condition. The black vinyl upholstery has no tears or holes but shows very slight signs of wear. The upholstery is in good condition and original, the seller specifying that the carpets are the originals sold by the dealership. The steering wheel and dashboard are in good condition. The on-board instrumentation and electrical equipment are in normal working order.

The 1000cc 4-cylinder developed 38bhp when it left the factory. The seller states that the mechanical system works normally, as does the 4-speed manual gearbox. The engine is completely original.

The car has its 4 original rims in good condition, fitted with tyres in good condition. The car brakes normally.

The seller is a professional located in Italy in Forli (47121) and accepts visits during the sale. The car will be sold with a copy of its Italian registration document, an Italian MOT less than 6 months old, its original keys and the original service book.
The seller wished to set a reserve price.
Registration information:
In addition to the purchase price, the buyer must pay an export tax of around €200.
Registration is the responsibility of the buyer in his own country. In France, this vehicle can be registered as a collector's vehicle via the FFVE* (for more information: Click here)
*These procedures are given for information only. Registration is your responsibility. Check the legislation in force in your country.
Auction information:
Dates
Auction opening date : Friday 4th June 2021 00:00
Auction closing date : 13 June 2021 21:45
Note: Any new bid made in the last 2 minutes pushes back the counter by another 2 minutes ("anti-sniping").
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