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This 1970 Italian Mini 1000 is a second hand car with 29,643 km, although the mileage cannot be verified (there is a 5 digit counter). The seller states that the car is in good general condition, has a valid MOT and has had recent servicing.

Externally, the car is in good condition. The seller states that the bodywork was restored in 2018. The paintwork in its blue tint shows very few defects, which can be seen in the gallery. The exterior plastics and seals are in good condition, as are the headlights. The seller states that this MINI is free of corrosion and that the underpinnings have been restored. He also states that the chassis is sound.

The interior is in very good condition. The blue and white leather upholstery has no tears or holes but shows very slight signs of wear. The seller states that the interior has been completely redone. The steering wheel and dashboard are in very good condition. The on-board instrumentation and electrical equipment are in normal working order.

The 998cc 4-cylinder developed 38 bhp 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. Recently, it has benefited from the following charges:

- Candles
- ignition cables
- filter replacement
- Distribution belt
- Master cylinder
- Brake lining and hoses
- Discharge

The car has its 4 original wheels in very good condition with Innocenti Mini 1001 hubcaps, fitted with tyres in average condition. The car brakes normally. The brake linings and hoses have been changed. The brake master cylinder has also been replaced.

The seller is a professional located in Italy in Frascati (Roma) and accepts visits during the sale. The car will be sold with a copy of its Italian registration document, an Italian CT less than 6 months old and export documents.

The seller wished to set a reserve price.

Registration information:

Note : The buyer must add an export tax of around €200 to the purchase price. Due to travel restrictions in Italy, preparation of the vehicle and documentation may take longer than normal (up to 30 days).

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 steps are given for information only.

Auction information:

Dates

Auction opening date : Vendredi 14 Mai 2021 00:00
Auction closing date : Sunday 23rd May 2021 21:30

Note: Any new bid made in the last 2 minutes pushes back the counter by another 2 minutes ("anti-sniping").

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Payment

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