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- 1977 Austin Mini Cooper - 1,275cc Engine
1977 Austin Mini Cooper - 1,275cc Engine
Lot Number: 233
1977 Austin Mini Cooper - 1,275cc Engine
An older restoration, finished in a lovely colour combination with plenty of subtle mechanical and aesthetic upgrades.
- ESTIMATE: £4,000 - £6,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 1st June, 2025 at 11.00am BST at Bicester Motion, OX26 5HA
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BODY COLOUR
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RHD -
REG NUMBER
TLJ 697R
SUMMARY
An older restoration, finished in a lovely colour combination with plenty of subtle mechanical and aesthetic upgrades.
DESCRIPTION
- A charming Mini Cooper with a plethora of upgrades to both increase performance and driveability, including being fitted with the later and more powerful 1,275cc Metro engine over the original 1,000cc offering
- Other upgrades include 12" Minilite-style alloy wheels, front disc brakes and a Magniflow exhaust system
- An older restoration that presents well, but would benefit with some attention to the bodywork in places due to some minor rust patches in the common areas of the underside and front wings
- Finished in the charismatic colour scheme of blue with a red roof and matching red interior, this little Mini stands out for all the right reasons
- The interior was refreshed in 2020 with an updated dashboard, subtle Bluetooth head unit and rev counter fitted
- Benefiting from a recent mechanical refresh and alignment to ensure the car is running and driving well
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 233
- Make
- AUSTIN
- Model
- MINI COOPER
- Registration Number
- TLJ 697R
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- XL2S1N-438632A
- Engine Number
- TBC
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Blue/Red
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Harry Fox-Edwards
- Car Specialist
- 07398 872032
- harryfe@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Harry.
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SCORE:
81 / 135
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About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
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
Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 2nd June. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.
Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.
If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 2nd June, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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