30th Jul, 2023 12:00
The Gold Cup Classic & Performance Car & Motorcycle Auction
1962 Mini Special
Featured on the cover of Mini World Magazine
Registration - 904 UXF
Chassis No. - MAS3971810
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 90,000 (unverified)
The totally unique classic Mini offered here was created by the late son of the vendor, and was the subject of a suitably eulogistic seven-page cover feature in the December 2017 edition of MiniWorld magazine. Though registered as a 1962 Morris Mini 1000, discovery of the original colour led him to believe it is in fact a 1960 or 1961 Austin, all of which is now a bit immaterial as ‘904 UXF’ has been lovingly uprated from stem to stern. When he purchased the car for the princely sum of £500 in 2011 it was finished in blue, but was soon stripped of all paint and the shell repaired as required before being finished in the classic Cooper combination of white over its original livery of Farina Grey. The heart of the special is a genuine 970cc Cooper S unit, over-bored to 984cc and believed to be producing c.100bhp. Among many other performance-enhancing parts the engine boasts: a Mini Sport race-spec 7-port crossflow cylinder head fed by a pair of 45 DCOE Weber carburettors; Omega flat-top pistons; Kent MD286 billet camshaft; Aldon Flame Thrower coil and 123 electronic distributor.
The remote change transmission features Jack Knight straight cut gears, a lightened and balanced flywheel, Cooper S diaphragm clutch and a Mini Sport four-pin differential. Braking is by 7.5-inch Cooper S cross-drilled sold discs up front and Super Minifin drums at the rear. Mods to the rubber cone suspension include Bilstein B6 non-adjustable gas dampers and a Mini Spares rear anti-roll bar. Interior tweaks include MK1 Cooper S-style reclining seats from Newton Commercial; three-point Luke harnesses; custom-built Speedwell-inspired facia; and a Moto-Lita woodrim steering wheel. Other items of particular note are: the fibreglass bonnet (for lightness) with bespoke air intake (the original panel is included in the sale); Kenlowe electric fan; Lucas H4 headlamps and auxiliary spotlamps; MK1 Cooper S quick release radiator grille with mesh backing; and John Brown-supplied Rose Petal alloy wheels shod with Dunlop Sport R7 tyres. We could go on, but reckon you’ll have got the picture by now – ‘904 UXF’ is a little cracker!
In summary;
- Fast MK1 road Mini special created from scratch by proven builder
- The subject of a seven-page cover feature in MiniWorld
- Features a c.100bhp genuine 970cc Cooper S engine
'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.
Sold for £14,906
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - 904 UXF
Chassis No. - MAS3971810
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 90,000 (unverified)
The totally unique classic Mini offered here was created by the late son of the vendor, and was the subject of a suitably eulogistic seven-page cover feature in the December 2017 edition of MiniWorld magazine. Though registered as a 1962 Morris Mini 1000, discovery of the original colour led him to believe it is in fact a 1960 or 1961 Austin, all of which is now a bit immaterial as ‘904 UXF’ has been lovingly uprated from stem to stern. When he purchased the car for the princely sum of £500 in 2011 it was finished in blue, but was soon stripped of all paint and the shell repaired as required before being finished in the classic Cooper combination of white over its original livery of Farina Grey. The heart of the special is a genuine 970cc Cooper S unit, over-bored to 984cc and believed to be producing c.100bhp. Among many other performance-enhancing parts the engine boasts: a Mini Sport race-spec 7-port crossflow cylinder head fed by a pair of 45 DCOE Weber carburettors; Omega flat-top pistons; Kent MD286 billet camshaft; Aldon Flame Thrower coil and 123 electronic distributor.
The remote change transmission features Jack Knight straight cut gears, a lightened and balanced flywheel, Cooper S diaphragm clutch and a Mini Sport four-pin differential. Braking is by 7.5-inch Cooper S cross-drilled sold discs up front and Super Minifin drums at the rear. Mods to the rubber cone suspension include Bilstein B6 non-adjustable gas dampers and a Mini Spares rear anti-roll bar. Interior tweaks include MK1 Cooper S-style reclining seats from Newton Commercial; three-point Luke harnesses; custom-built Speedwell-inspired facia; and a Moto-Lita woodrim steering wheel. Other items of particular note are: the fibreglass bonnet (for lightness) with bespoke air intake (the original panel is included in the sale); Kenlowe electric fan; Lucas H4 headlamps and auxiliary spotlamps; MK1 Cooper S quick release radiator grille with mesh backing; and John Brown-supplied Rose Petal alloy wheels shod with Dunlop Sport R7 tyres. We could go on, but reckon you’ll have got the picture by now – ‘904 UXF’ is a little cracker!
In summary;
- Fast MK1 road Mini special created from scratch by proven builder
- The subject of a seven-page cover feature in MiniWorld
- Features a c.100bhp genuine 970cc Cooper S engine
'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 Gold Cup Classic & Performance Car & Motorcycle Auction, 30th Jul, 2023
This auction of classic cars, motorbikes, registrations & automobilia will take place on the final day of the prestigious Oulton Park Gold Cup weekend.
We are delighted to again be be running this live event at the Gold Cup.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling on of the team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Friday, 28th July 2023 9am - 7pm
Saturday, 29th July 2023 9am - 7pm
Sunday Morning, 30th July 2023 9am - 12pm
Fill in the form below and one of our team will get in touch with a no-obligation valuation. We will also take you through the consignment and valuation process, to enable you to make an informed decision.
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