£8,580
1979 Austin Mini '998 Cooper Race Recreation' Offered without reserve
United Kingdom • 7 Mar 2026 • Lot 124
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1979 Austin Mini '998 Cooper Race Recreation' is a British Racing Green classic, recently fitted with a new 998 A+ engine, gearbox, and clutch in 2023. The car was purchased in 2022 and is now being sold due to the owner's daughter moving to London, presenting an opportunity for an enthusiast to acquire a well-maintained and stylish entry-level classic.
Condition
7
The car is described as a 'great runner' and 'drives as well as it looks,' suggesting solid mechanical condition. Cosmetically, it's a 'great looking entry level classic' with Minilite wheels, arch extensions, spotlights, and Union Jack roof decals, implying good but not perfect condition. There may be slight wear visible, thus rating it as Very Good.
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[Transmission]
Transmission:
XK2S1662053A
Chassis No:
Odometer:
60,564 miles
XCG 367V
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Year: 1979 Make: Austin Model: Mini '998 Cooper Race Recreation' Registration: XCG 367V Chassis No: XK2S1662053A Odometer: 60,564 The Mini was manufactured by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) and its successors from 1959 until 2000.
The original is considered a British icon of the 1960's and its space-saving front-wheel drive layout allowing 80% 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.
Initially Minis were marketed under the Austin and Morris names until Mini became a marque in its own right in 1969.
The Mini was again marketed under the Austin name in the 1980's and was offered in a number of limited editions that usually included a special combination of trim and badging.
This delightful British Racing Green example was purchased by our vendor for his daughter's 21st birthday in 2022, a perfect entry level classic ...
Points of note
£3,220
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£17,550
Median Price (Since 2020)
£47,040
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on May 13 2019
Latest MOT Mileage
58,006 miles
Registration Date
1979-12-01
MOT History
Passed
On May 14 2018 with 58,006 miles
Failed
On Feb 05 2007 with 57,378 miles
There were 20 defects noted.
Fail:
- Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
- Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
- Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
- Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
- Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
- Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
- Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
- Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
- Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- both rear tyres sidewalls perished
Passed
On Feb 09 2006 with 56,190 miles
Failed
On Feb 07 2006 with 56,190 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
- Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
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