£11,200 (Est: £10,000 - £12,000)
1992 Rover Mini British Open Classic
Brightwells • UK • 1 Apr 2026
Market Position:
Highest 30% of Past Sales
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£11,200 (Est: £10,000 - £12,000)
1992 Rover Mini British Open Classic
UK • 1 Apr 2026 • Lot 31
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This British Open Classic Mini, one of only 1,000 made for the UK market, features a full-length electric sunroof, tweed and leather interior, and Minilite-style alloys. Recently restored and presented in British Racing Green, it combines rarity with rejuvenated condition.
Condition
8
The car is described as being in super condition and recently restored with many new components. The paintwork was recently redone, and the MOT history is advisory-free, indicating it's very well-maintained with minimal cosmetic imperfections. Therefore, it's fair to grade this as excellent.
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15,184 miles
SAXXNYADBBD050150
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
K713XRF
1992
Auction
£11,200 (Est: £10,000 - £12,000)
1992 Rover Mini British Open Classic
Brightwells • UK • 1 Apr 2026
Market Position:
Highest 30% of Past Sales
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Description
Description
One of only 1,000 made for the UK market; full-length electric Webasto sunroof; tweed and leather interior; Minilite-style alloys; 1275cc engine; recently restored; super condition; advisory-free MOT; driven 70 miles to the sale Launched in June 1992, the British Open Classic was a Limited Edition Mini whose standout feature was a full-length, electrically operated Webasto fabric sunroof which offered an open air motoring experience without the complexity of a full convertible and with snug, year-round usability.
Finished in British Racing Green Metallic, it had gold coachlines, ‘British Open Classic’ decals on the rear wings and boot, chrome bumpers, grille, and door handles, plus 12” Minilite-style alloy wheels which give it a more planted stance than the standard 10” wheels.
The upscale interior had Stone Beige ‘Countryman Tweed’ upholstery with leather inserts and green piping, and subtle ‘By Appointment to Her Majesty the Queen’ labels stitched into the front seats....
Price Analysis vs Other Mini British Opens
£2,100
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£8,975
Median Price (Since 2020)
£27,960
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 26th Jun 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
15,411 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 23rd Jun 2026, 15,411 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Minor:
- Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated knuckle joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated knuckle joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On 26th Jun 2025, 15,100 miles
Failed
On 24th Jun 2025, 15,100 miles
There were 3 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
Passed
On 27th Jun 2024, 14,788 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
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