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1998 Rover Mini Paul Smith 1 of only 300 examples supplied new in the UK

United Kingdom • 30 Nov 2022

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This is a Paul Smith limited edition Mini Cooper, one of 300 designated for the home market. It has undergone an extensive restoration, including a bare metal repaint and mechanical overhaul, and is accompanied by rare collectibles.

Condition

8

The car has undergone a bare metal restoration and repaint, with replacement panels where needed. The engine, gearbox, and running gear have been overhauled. It benefits from new sports manifold, stainless steel exhaust system, front and rear gas adjustable shock absorbers and sports calipers. It is described by the vendor as in 'excellent' overall condition.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

SAXXNWAZEWD161004

Odometer:

24,100 miles

Reg Number:

R440 FJX

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The Paul Smith limited edition run of 1800 examples (with 300 designated for the home market), was one of the most distinctive limited-edition Minis ever produced.

The car shared the specification of the 1998 Mini Cooper (64bhp, fuel-injected 1275cc), Minilite-type alloys, leather seats, colour-coded wheel arch extensions and mirrors finished in paint chosen by Paul Smith himself.

This was one of the few Minis to be fitted with the tall 2.76:1 final drive ratio, making it one of the most relaxing and refined Minis to drive.

Displaying just 24,100 miles, this Paul Smith Mini has benefitted from an extensive restoration.

Finished in the original ‘one-off’ Paul Smith Blue paint scheme with Citrus Green accents (engine cover, badging and boot trim), this example was supplied new by Appleyard Rover of Harrogate, North Yorkshire.

‘R440 FJX’ was the subject of a 6 page feature in Mini World, July 2022, that showed off such options as bumper over-riders, front fog and spot lamps, Black le...