Austin Mini 25 Anniversary Edition 49,000 Miles "restored" on 2040-cars
Saint Cloud, Minnesota, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:1100cc
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Mini
Model: Classic Mini
Trim: Classic
Options: CD Player
Drive Type: FWD
Mileage: 49,680
Exterior Color: Silver
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Gray
AUSTIN MINI 25....1984 and 25th Anniversary Edition model 1100cc restored a few years ago to nearly new condition. Less than 49,000 miles. Costs for bringing back to new looking condition is about $9,000. USD. Front and rear sub chassis like new. Extremely fun car to drive that draws where ever you go. Automatic transmission works perfectly and was also driven by myself in the UK. Interior is excellent condition with new carpet, seat upholstery, and matching door panels. Custom door handles and wood brake handle and shift knob. Hums along nicely at highway speeds. Estimate about 35 mpg. or more. Doors shut like new (hinges like new). Tires, brakes, and alloy wheels also excellent. Must be seen to be fully appreciated. ALPINE CD/Radio. Paint is excellent and has been well protected over the past years. Storage is now a problem and I will not use in Minnesota winters.
Delivery may be possible between Houston and Minnesota. Ring me if you have any questions at 320-253-7403. A non-refundable $200.00 deposit is required via PayPal within 24 hours of auction end and balance in cash at time of pick up. Pick up must be within 10 days unless other arrangements are made with seller. This vehicle is sold "as is" with no warranty. Please ask questions or better yet schedule a viewing before you bid. I will also be happy to help a third party of your choice to examine the vehicle. Car is now driven daily and has current MN registration. Please note that it is a 1984 model and the not a 1980 model as heading says.
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