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Est: £2,750 - £3,750
1988 AUSTIN MINI 1000 CITY E
United Kingdom • 30 Jul 2026 • Lot 26
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
A lovely 1988 Austin Mini 1000 City E with just 45,323 miles, recently recommissioned after long dry storage. Presented in Red with a Grey half leather interior, it comes with an MOT until May 2027 and supports its low mileage with an excellent history file. This car represents a charming and usable entry into classic Mini ownership.
Key selling points include its low mileage, recent extensive recommissioning works, and long-term ownership by the current keeper (22 years). The advisory-free MOT adds significant value and reassurance. The "E" trim signifies economy, featuring a 998cc engine and 4-speed manual gearbox for a relaxed driving experience.
Condition
7
Recent recommissioning, MOT valid until May '27, with no advisories, but has had clutch replacement and long period in storage.
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45,323 miles
F807RVC
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RHD/LHD:
RHD
In Brief:
An honest example of a City E trimmed Austin Mini
Finished in Red over a Grey half leather interior with patterned cloth inserts
Owned by the current keeper for the last 22 years
Just 4 former keepers
Recommissioning completed this year and MOT'd until May '27
Auctioneer's Notes:
A charming and highly usable example of the ever-popular classic Mini, this 1988 Austin Mini 1000 City E has covered a low mileage of just 45,323 miles.
Having been taken off the road in 2005 and dry stored until its recent recommissioning, it now presents as a lovely example of one of Britain’s most iconic small cars.
Simple, characterful and instantly recognisable, the City E remains a highly appealing entry into classic Mini ownership.
Maintenance & Condition:
The Vendor reports that the car has been fully recommissioned this year following its long period in dry storage.
Works carried out include new tyres, battery, alternator, water pump, brakes, pipes, hoses, oils, plugs, points ...
Points of note
£860
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£6,095
Median Price (Since 2020)
£26,598
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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