17th Mar, 2024 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle March 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1978 British Leyland Mini 1000
Registration – LTU 519T
Chassis No. – XL2S1N-626395A
M.O.T. – Exempt
Odometer – 44,525
A wonderful example of a beloved model, this Mini 1000 looks perfectly in keeping with its late 1970s year of manufacture. Painted in a beautiful Tweed Grey, and fitted with red leather interior, ‘LTU 519T’ has been completely refurbished during lockdown, and is solid throughout. A new subframe has been fitted, and anti-rust treatment carried out to the underbody, and it has been kept in a heated garage for the last four years. The vendor says the 998cc engine starts first time, every time, and the four-speed manual transmission is described – as is the engine – as in ‘good’ condition. Thanks to having almost bulb and electrical system rewired, the electrics are rated as ‘excellent’, as are the quality of the interior – which includes front bucket seats – and beautifully painted exterior. The present keeper considers the odometer, showing just 44,525 miles, is genuine, considering ‘LTU 519T’ had not been moved for the 15 years prior to the present vendor’s purchase. Plenty of documentation is offered with this Mini 1000, including before and after photos of the restoration project.
With the reverberations of the 1956-1957 Suez Crisis being felt worldwide, Leonard Lord lost little time in commissioning Alec Issigonis to begin work on a radical small car project. Apart from the constraint of using existing BMC mechanical assemblies, and a brief to house four adults plus their luggage within as small a space as possible, the brilliant Issigonis was given carte blanche. His response was the now legendary Mini. Featuring an ingenious transverse-mounted powertrain (with engine sat atop the gearbox), all-round independent 'rubber cone' suspension, front-wheel drive and compact rack and pinion steering, the newcomer was a packaging masterpiece; not to mention one of the most influential automotive designs ever conceived. The MkIII version (1969-1976) brought larger doors, concealed hinges, wind-up windows and a return to the original rubber cone suspension. The standard version of the ensuing MkIV was powered by a 998cc version of the A series engine that boasted an output of 41bhp which, though modest, was sufficient to propel the little car to 60mph in around 19.7 seconds and on to a terminal speed of some 84mph.
In summary:
· Gorgeous example of a truly classic Mini
· Just 44,525 miles indicated on the clock
· Refurbished over the last few years to an exceptional standard
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £6,000 - £8,000Registration – LTU 519T
Chassis No. – XL2S1N-626395A
M.O.T. – Exempt
Odometer – 44,525
A wonderful example of a beloved model, this Mini 1000 looks perfectly in keeping with its late 1970s year of manufacture. Painted in a beautiful Tweed Grey, and fitted with red leather interior, ‘LTU 519T’ has been completely refurbished during lockdown, and is solid throughout. A new subframe has been fitted, and anti-rust treatment carried out to the underbody, and it has been kept in a heated garage for the last four years. The vendor says the 998cc engine starts first time, every time, and the four-speed manual transmission is described – as is the engine – as in ‘good’ condition. Thanks to having almost bulb and electrical system rewired, the electrics are rated as ‘excellent’, as are the quality of the interior – which includes front bucket seats – and beautifully painted exterior. The present keeper considers the odometer, showing just 44,525 miles, is genuine, considering ‘LTU 519T’ had not been moved for the 15 years prior to the present vendor’s purchase. Plenty of documentation is offered with this Mini 1000, including before and after photos of the restoration project.
With the reverberations of the 1956-1957 Suez Crisis being felt worldwide, Leonard Lord lost little time in commissioning Alec Issigonis to begin work on a radical small car project. Apart from the constraint of using existing BMC mechanical assemblies, and a brief to house four adults plus their luggage within as small a space as possible, the brilliant Issigonis was given carte blanche. His response was the now legendary Mini. Featuring an ingenious transverse-mounted powertrain (with engine sat atop the gearbox), all-round independent 'rubber cone' suspension, front-wheel drive and compact rack and pinion steering, the newcomer was a packaging masterpiece; not to mention one of the most influential automotive designs ever conceived. The MkIII version (1969-1976) brought larger doors, concealed hinges, wind-up windows and a return to the original rubber cone suspension. The standard version of the ensuing MkIV was powered by a 998cc version of the A series engine that boasted an output of 41bhp which, though modest, was sufficient to propel the little car to 60mph in around 19.7 seconds and on to a terminal speed of some 84mph.
In summary:
· Gorgeous example of a truly classic Mini
· Just 44,525 miles indicated on the clock
· Refurbished over the last few years to an exceptional standard
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Bolesworth Castle March 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 17th Mar, 2024
Our March auction of classic and performance cars
Viewing Days:
Saturday 16th March,12 noon - 6pm
Sunday 17th March, 9am - 12 noon
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