4th May, 2025 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle May 2025 Classic, Performance & Supercar Auction
1997 Mini Balmoral
***NO RESERVE*** Rare limited edition honouring the Royal Family’s Scottish Estate, Offered with a long MOT certificate
Registration – P402 LOX
Chassis No. – SAXXNWAZEBD135110
M.O.T. – October 2025
Odometer – 71,597
If ever there was a car that fully embraced the special edition, niche marketing opportunity it was the classic Mini. This approach was so successful that the Mini ultimately outlived the car launched to replace it – the Metro. ‘P402LOX’ is one of these models in 1997 Balmoral trim. The Balmoral was primarily designed for export markets but was available in the UK upon request. A rare model. The current keeper has owned ‘P402LOX’ for around two years and is the Mini’s 10th keeper to date. Just over 71,500 miles are recorded to date, a mileage which appears to be supported by the MOT history. ‘P402LOX’ has a category “C” (now category “S”) insurance marker lodged against it from 2016. This ended up being a £1,500 repair and has been professionally addressed. ‘P402LOX’ is offered here with NO RESERVE.
This rare Mini model presents in bright blue livery which lends it an even more cheerful demeanour. The Balmoral special attributes are all noted. These include the white sill decals and matching bonnet stripes. The so called “Premium” alloy wheels are a “pepper pot” style and are accompanied by marginally extended wheel arch extensions. Balmoral enhancements are even more prominent inside ‘P402LOX,’ too. The upholstery is courtesy of a Burberry-style, multicoloured, checked fabric with light tan accent panels. Other special edition features include a wood veneer dashboard fascia and chrome bezeled instruments. ‘P402LOX’s’ bodywork and paintwork is rated as “average” with the interior judged as “good.”
In mechanical terms ‘P402LOX’ is standard 1997 Mini MK VII fare. This means the erstwhile 1275cc multipoint fuel injected unit with a front mounted radiator. In this iteration it originally produced around 62bhp offering a top speed of close to 90mph. Power is fed to the front wheels via a four speed manual transmission. ‘P402LOX’ is reported to have some service history and has been maintained by a mechanic friend of the current owner for the last couple of years. The mechanical aspects of ‘P402LOX’ are reported as “good.”
In summary:
- A rare special edition Mini in final MK VII form
- Complete with a vibrant colourway and attractive, special edition interior
- Offered with numerous other Balmoral attributes
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Auction: The Bolesworth Castle May 2025 Classic, Performance & Supercar Auction, 4th May, 2025
Our May auction of classic, performance and supercars
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Saturday 3rd May,12 noon - 6pm
Sunday 4th May, 9am - 12 noon
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