Highlights

Only 10,948 warranted miles
Three former registered keepers, all from the same family
Comes with original bill of sale and factory check sheet
Original service book included
Totally original condition

The Appeal

You've probably heard the saying "it's only original once"—and you can't really argue with that. When it comes to more modest classics, the everyday cars practically every family owned back in the day, original, low-mileage survivors with comprehensive provenance are vanishingly hard to find.

This Mini is an exception.

With just three former registered keepers, all of which were members of the same family, this Clubman's 10,948 miles can be verified as accurate. And as the photographs show, it's delightfully original and well-preserved.

Whether you're a Mini collector or simply want the best original Clubman you can find, this 1978 example simply has to be worthy of your careful consideration.

History and Paperwork

Has had three former registered keepers, all from the same family; we're advised that owners one and three were the same person
10,948 warranted miles
Comes with the original bill of sale
Includes the check sheet from when it left the factory
Original service book included
Comes with a collection of early lots and tax discs
Low mileage is verified by the documentation
Exempt from road tax and MOT

The Condition

Exceedingly original inside and out
The bodywork and paint continue to present very well
The vendor notes one small dent on the boot and a small scuff on the front wing
Original brightwork and badging all in very good shape
The underside looks immaculate
Smart original wheel trims
The interior shows very few signs of wear in line with the ultra-low mileage
The cloth and vinyl upholstery all presents impeccably
Very smart original dashboard, instruments and controls
The carpets present well throughout
We're not notified of any known issues with the cabin electrics

The Mechanics

Engine capacity of 998cc
Four-speed AP automatic transmission
The vendor states it runs "perfectly", with no known issues to report
Very smart engine compartment

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