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1971 12851 Mini 850

United Kingdom • 8 Mar 2014 • Lot 299

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1971 Austin Mini 850 is a well-preserved, one-owner vehicle with only 30,092 miles, supported by complete MoT records. It features an original invoice, a modified cylinder head for unleaded fuel, recent brake work, and comes in Harvest gold with an olive interior.

Condition

7

Based on the description, the car is in original condition with one owner and a complete history. It has been well-maintained with modifications for unleaded fuel and recent brake work. The presence of every MoT certificate supports the accuracy of the mileage.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

XA2S1529952A

Odometer:

30,092 miles

Reg Number:

JPC603K

RHD/LHD:

[RHD/LHD]

The Mini was made by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) and its successors from 1959 until 2000.

The original is considered a British icon of the 1960s and its space-saving front-wheel drive layout, allowing 80% of the area of the car's floorpan to be used for passengers and luggage, influenced a generation of car makers.

In 1999 the Mini was voted the second most influential car of the 20th century, behind the Ford Model T.

This distinctive two-door car was designed by Sir Alec Issigonis, and was manufactured at the Longbridge and Cowley plants.

The Mini Mk.I had three major UK updates; the Mk.II, the Clubman and the Mk.III.

Within these were a series of variations, including an estate car, a pick-up and a van.

The Mini Cooper and Cooper 'S' were sportier versions that were successful as rally cars, winning the Monte Carlo Rally four times from 1964 through to 1967.

Initially Minis were marketed under the Austin and Morris names, as the Austin Seven and Morris Mini Minor, unti...