Description
Registered in August 1978, this late 1275 GT is finished in the very rare shade of Raynard Bronze. The striking paintwork is complemented by the Sorrell cloth interior, which is in excellent and original condition. The interior is standard, even down to the factory steering wheel that has often been changed for a sportier item over the years. Having been subject to a complete restoration by a previous owner. While it still has its original appearance inside and out, including the standard wheels, and rare intact wheel trims there have been subtle upgrades under the bonnet. The fully detailed engine is uprated with twin SU carburettors, polished and ported head (mg metro, still have original head that comes with car) with bigger valves, fast road cam and also benefits from enhanced cooling and fueling systems, and sump guard, the mini has vented discs, straight cut gearbox and spax adjustable suspension.
Bought early this year, selling to free up garage space.
In my ownership I’ve put the car through a mot, runs until August 2025, passed with no advisories. Replaced the timing chain and flywheel.
Car has heritage certificate and a guaranteed insurance value with classic line of 25k, looking for quick sale so priced accordingly. Loads of receipts, original brochures from sale.
Bad bits - car was painted prior to my ownership and whilst it looks great there are a few bits that could have been made better in my opinion.
There is a slight crunch into 2nd on occasions, but hasn’t stopped me driving and enjoying the drive‘’At last – a comfortable Mini’ was Motor magazine’s take on the 1275 GT/ Clubman at its introduction in 1969. There were pros and cons to the alternative design – its longer nose offered far better crash protection and infinitely superior under-bonnet access. It was also an altogether better equipped car, but was inevitably more expensive and also aerodynamically inferior to the classic 1959 option. The 1275 GT wasn’t quite as quick or as specialised as the earlier 1275 Cooper S, but it was easier to live with and was more affordable to buy and run. Once overshadowed by the Cooper, the 1275 GT is now highly regarded its own right and is highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts. A total of 110, 673 1275 GTs were produced from 1969 to 1980.
