1990 Austin Rover Mini Mayfair

Highlights

A Mini Mayfair with attractive Cooper aesthetics
Restored a few years ago
Regularly serviced and carefully maintained
Economical, fun and efficient

The Appeal

Revolutionary, versatile and extremely capable, the 1959 Mini Minor is one of the most important small cars in automotive history.

Its innovative mechanical layout and the wheels positioned at the outer ends of the chassis, combined with its low weight and compact dimensions, gave it outstanding road holding.

With the introduction of the Cooper 1000 in 1966, the Mini proved capable of competing with the best sports cars of its time, triumphing three times at the Monte Carlo Rally and forging a legacy that continues to fascinate enthusiasts today.

This 1990 Mini Mayfair received a thorough overhaul a few years ago. The engine was serviced and the bodywork was carefully restored and repainted in a brilliant cherry red, replicating the iconic Mini Cooper aesthetic, with white stripes on the bonnet, an Union Jack on the roof, racing numbers on the doors, alloy wheels and four auxiliary driving lights.

Economical to run and easy to maintain, this Mini has always been serviced regularly. The seller reports that it has been carefully garaged since its restoration and only used for classic cars' gatherings and that it is in perfect working order and ready to drive.

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The History and Paperwork

Registered in Italy
Regularly serviced
Recently replaced brake pads and battery
The Italian Revisione will be renewed by the seller before delivery

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The Condition

The bodywork has been restored in 2016 and appears in very good condition, with no noticeable damage
Bright paintwork with no visible flaws
White stripes on the bonnet
United Kingdom flag on white background on the roof
Racing numbers on the doors
Mini Cooper alloy wheels
Four additional driving lights
Shiny and unscuffed brightwork
Clean and intact headlights and windows
The underbody appears in good condition, with some scratches and slight traces of oxidation
The original interior appears in good order, with signs of wear consistent with age
The black upholstery with red trim is slightly worn, but shows no tears or other relevant flaws
Red carpet in fair condition and original mats
Headliner in good condition
Always carefully maintained and garaged since restoration

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The Mechanics

1-liter four-cylinder engine with 41 HP
4-speed manual transmission
Regularly serviced and maintained
The engine has been serviced recently
New brake pads and battery
The engine compartment show a few signs of wear, with some decay of the sound-deadening material
Always regularly maintained
The seller informs us that the car is efficient and drives as it should, with excellent road holding and adequate performance

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