1974 Morris Mini 850

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Highlights

Comprehensive 5-year restoration recently completed
Rebuilt to a very high standard with plenty of new parts
Attractive Orange livery with black interior
Kept in dry storage since 1985
36,198 miles on the clock, believed to be genuine

The Appeal

It's hard to say if Issigonis's compact car was ever intended to become a legendary, culture-defining car. Squat, nippy and eminently usable, it was as close to a perfect zeitgeist as you could get for the age of Cool Britannia. It quickly became one of the most legendary cars in history - and many retro examples are being rediscovered nestled inside barns and sheds, ripe for restoration.

This 1974 example has recently completed a five year restoration, which has involved everything from a bare-metal respray to a full retrim and extensive mechanical rebuild. The result is an excellent, low-mileage car that's lived very little in its respectable years, presented in a striking, fun livery that's bound to turn plenty of heads.

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History and Paperwork

Registered in 1974
Always based in Ireland
Only one previous owner
Kept in dry storage since 1985
Restoration commenced circa 2019 and recently completed
MOT exempt
Supplied with a selection of invoices and registration documents, including its original 1974 registration card
36,198 miles on the clock, believed to be accurate considering its time in storage

The Condition

The car has been extensively restored and comes to us in fine order
Paintwork presents well - the car was originally red and has been repainted to a high standard
Chromework looks in good condition
No signs of any corrosion
All floors and underside look very solid
Interior is fully retrimmed with new leatherette seats and door cards
New carpet set and original headlining retained
New rubber seals around the vehicle
New dashboard covers
All doors lock and windows wind up perfectly
All electrics reported to work well

The Mechanics

850cc A-Series four-cylinder engine
Manual transmission with 4 gears
The car is reportedly driving well and is very responsive
We've no reports of mechanical issues, no matter how minor

Completely overhauled, including:

Engine stripped and rebuilt with new bearings, rings, and seals
Head valve stem seals replaced and pressure tested
Water pump and radiator recored
Brake master cylinder and clutch master cylinder replaced
All brake drums reconditioned
Carburettor stripped, cleaned, and moderately repaired
Replaced bushes

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