1998 Rover Mini Paul Smith Edition

Highlights

  • One of only 300 produced for the UK market
  • Recently resprayed in unique Paul Smith Blue
  • Extensive work done by a classic Mini specialist
  • Full service history with comprehensive paperwork
  • Full year's MOT valid until June 2025

The Appeal

In 1998, Rover teamed up with designer, Paul Smith, and put together a new addition to the Mini's Limited Edition stable - perhaps one of the best known of them all. With only 300 units produced for the British market, and only 1,500 allocated for the rest of the world, the Paul Smith Mini was primarily offered in only a single blue livery (while Japan could also choose black or white) and carried the 1,275 cc A-Series by default - finished off with the oft-stolen 24ct gold and enamel bonnet badge. 

This particular example has been meticulously maintained and recently underwent extensive work by a classic Mini specialist including a respray, bodywork repairs and plenty of new components, while still keeping it as close as possible to its original Paul Smith spec. With a fresh MOT, valid until June 2025, this is a fantastic opportunity to take on a much-prized limited edition Mini.



History and Paperwork

  • Registered in 1998
  • The DVLA records 6 previous keepers
  • In current ownership since May 2023
  • Extensive work done by a classic Mini specialist
  • Full year's MOT valid until June 2025
  • Reportedly comes with an extensive service history
  • Also includes:
    • Numerous invoices and receipts for work carried out since its registration
    • Original Paul Smith brochure
    • Original manufacture book pack and service portfolio
    • Bespoke car cover
    • Paul Smith Mini key fob
    • V5
  • Currently indicates 83,679 miles on a five-figure odometer



The Condition

  • The car was totally resprayed in May 2024 in Paul Smith Blue
  • All corrosion has been addressed and the car is showing no further signs of it
  • Gold plated bonnet badge with green UK map icon on the front grille
  • Two new sills have been installed
  • The underside was undersealed after the respray
  • The boot was cut out and new metal welded in
  • Original re-furbished charcoal Minilite wheels
  • New front grill and trim
  • New headlights and indicators
  • New wipers
  • Re-conditioned body-coloured wheel arches
  • Interior is standard apart from upgraded radio (original radio also available)
  • Custom Paul Smith standard black leather seats which have been reconditioned
  • Brand new complementing headlining
  • Paul Smith citrus green detailing in the glove box, floor mats and boot
  • Blue dash with magnolia dials
  • 1 of only 300 rare limited edition Paul Smith Minis produced in the UK



The Mechanics

  • 1,275cc A-Series I4 engine
  • Manual transmission with 4 gears
  • New exhaust, cat, and gaskets
  • New fuel pump kit
  • K&N air filter
  • New Lambda sensor
  • New rear brakes, shoes, and wheel cylinder
  • Recent oil and filter change
  • Injectors removed and cleaned
  • Oil, filter, and spark plug change in early June
  • Only covered 750 miles since 2021
  • The vendor reports that it drives well and starts first time
  • We've no reports of any mechanical issues



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Auction Details
  • Year 1998
  • Make Rover
  • Model Mini
  • Colour Blue
  • Mileage 83,679 Miles
  • Engine size 1275
  • Seller Type Private
  • Town High Peak
  • County Derbyshire
  • Country United Kingdom
  • Auction ends
Bidding history
20 bids
  • Hu•••• £12,000 05/07/24
  • ar•••• £11,750 05/07/24
  • be•••• £11,250 05/07/24
  • Hu•••• £10,750 05/07/24
  • be•••• £10,500 05/07/24
  • ar•••• £10,000 05/07/24
  • ar•••• £8,500 05/07/24
  • be•••• £7,500 05/07/24
  • ol•••• £7,100 05/07/24
  • ja•••• £7,000 05/07/24

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