1997 Rover Mini 1.3 MPI

Lot Number 627

1997 Rover Mini 1.3 MPI

An attractive, high-spec 1997 1.3i MPi Classic in a special-order colour with less than 50,000 miles from new.

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  • Sold for: £12,600

Bid online during our live auction or at The Saleroom.

LIVE AUCTION: Saturday 17th June | 10.30am BST
  • BODY COLOUR
    Classic Almond Green
  • DRIVE
    RHD
  • Registration Number
    REG NUMBER
    R261 RBD
  • ODOMETER READING
    49658 Miles

SALE ROOM NOTICE

Please note the electric sunroof and the driver's side internal door handle are not operable

SUMMARY

An attractive, high-spec 1997 1.3i MPi Classic in a special-order colour with less than 50,000 miles from new.

DESCRIPTION

  • The 1.3 MPI was built along side the Mini Cooper with the same 1,275cc multi-point injection engine, so has a similar performance
  • This is an original, UK-supplied, right-hand drive car, first registered on 01/08/1997 with three former registered keepers
  • It's finished in the classic 1960s colours of Almond Green with a Porcelain Green leather interior
  • In addition to the special order colour and leather seating, it was optioned with a full length electric sunroof and alloy wheels
  • 'Like-for-like' engine change at c.25,000 miles carried out at a Rover Dealer
  • The current indicated mileage is 49,652 and the Mini is accompanied by a history file containing its original stamped service book, invoices for servicing and maintenance, the original order form, both keys and a fresh MOT until May 2024 issued with no advisories
 

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
627
Make
ROVER
Model
MINI 1.3I CLASSIC
Registration Number
R261 RBD
MOT Expiry
23/05/2024
Chassis Number
SAXXNWAZEWD146920
Engine Number
12A2LK70355957
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Classic Almond Green

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.

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CCA VENDOR CONDITION REPORT

OVERALL:

109 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

Excellent

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

Dashboard:

Boot:

Remarks

Leather interior

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Running Gear


Axles:

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Remarks

Car has only covered 49652 miles as at todays date and is going for an MOT WC 22.05.2023

Electrics


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Vehicle History

Remarks

The original stamped service book and a history file with invoices and the Original order form when new accompany the car. There are 2 keys.


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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

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.

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Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 18th June between 10am and 3pm and Monday 19th June between 9am and 1pm.

Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.

Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 19th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.