Highlights

Stand-out ‘Number 37’ replica
Lots of recent work including clutch and head gasket
Will be sold with fresh 12 months MOT
Just serviced and carburettor tuned
Smart Mini that will start conversations

The Appeal

There are many Minis, but there are really only two types: simple, humble city runarounds and rally-inspired sports go-karts.

This 1986 began as one and now is very much the latter. First registered as a City E, it has undergone a fantastic transformation into a neat replica of ‘Number 37’, the Monte MIni piloted by Paddy Hopkirk to victory in 1964. It gives the buyer one of the most distinctive Minis we’ve seen in a while and a sure-fire conversation starter wherever its shown - or fills up for fuel.

The work has evolved the City E lines with a wider stance - helped by fast Superlight wheels and arch guards - and some well considered decals. You’ll find references to two of rallying’s greats on the flanks - naturally, Mr Hopkirk and his modern-day successor, Tommi Makinen.

The car is in very good overall condition. Recent work since 2019 has included new clutch, head gasket, various seals, track rod ends, ball joints and bushes, clutch slave cylinder and four wheel alignment. Immediately prior to sale the car was serviced and the carbuettor tuned. It will be sold with 12 months MOT.

If you’re looking for an individual and distinctive Mini with a characterful nod to the car’s illustrious history, you may just have found it.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 1st August 1986
13 registered keepers
Current keeper since April 2014
Extensive list of work since 2019 detailed below
Serviced and carburettor tune prior to sale
Will be sold with a fresh 12 months MOT
Current MOT expired 7th October 2021 with no advisories
15,820 miles showing on last MOT and now on 16,270 miles in photographs
Buyers should note that the mileage is likely to be 116,270 miles according to MOT history

Work since 2019:

Track rod ends
Ball joints & bushes replaced
Brakes rebuilt
Driveshaft oil seals
Camshaft replaced
New clutch
Replacement head gasket
Clutch slave cylinder
Four wheel alignment

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The Condition

Renovated car in red with white roof and ‘Number 37’ decals and other stickers
Paintwork is well kept with light marks to note in photographs
These include some stone chips and other signs of age
Bodywork in good condition with no structural advisories on last MOT
Upgraded with various rally-inspired features as shown in photos
These include driving lights, bonnet clips, wide arches and wider stance
White Superlight alloy wheels in fair condition with good tyres
Revised interior with rear roll cage and black vinyl bucket seats
Interior is well kept with some signs of age as shown in photographs

The Mechanics

998cc Mini 4cyl engine
4spd manual gearbox
Recent service
Carburettor recently tuned
Lots of work since 2019 as detailed above
Fitted with sports exhaust
No reported running or driving issues
No advisories on last MOT
Car will be sold with a fresh 12 months MOT

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