22nd Feb, 2022 13:00
February 2022 Classics Auction
1984 Austin Mini 95 Van
A delightful van that will be an absolute joy to own for its new keeper.
Registration - A9 RYX
Chassis No. - SAXXKV10010182422
M.O.T. - August 2022
Odometer - 62,458
Think van, and the brain automatically conjures up a picture of a vehicle covered in the dents and scrapes of hard labour. ‘A9 RYX’, however, hails from a different planet, as it is effectively immaculate from stem to stern, and to expect it to transport anything other than light, spotless items would seem tantamount to sacrilege! First registered in 1984 as ‘A489 0FL’, the Mini was apparently restored prior to 2012 and then left unused for a while before changing hands; which it did again in 2020. The vendor treated it to a full service in February last year and invested £800 in having the underside protected with Dinitrol. Unlike most vans that exist outside in all weathers, this one has been living in a garage and the vendor presently considers its A Series engine, gearbox, bodywork, paintwork and interior trim to all be ‘excellent’ order. One of many things in the vehicle’s favour is that it has been retained to original specification throughout, so looks exactly as it would have done when it left the factory 38 years ago, save for the carpet that’s been installed to protect the pristine paintwork of the load bay. The odometer currently registers a very credible total mileage of 62,458, and this adorable Mini is now being offered complete with receipts dating back to 2008 and a current MOT valid until August 10. A rare opportunity.
Renamed the Mini 95 in 1978 (the number represented the gross vehicle weight of 0.95 tons), the Mini Van was based on the longer platform of the Traveller and had a load capacity of 0.25 tons. It was available from 1960 until 1982, during which 521,494 examples were manufactured.
In summary:
- A truly immaculate example of the breed
- The subject of an earlier restoration
- Recently benefited Dinitrol treatment of the underside
'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 £14,062
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - A9 RYX
Chassis No. - SAXXKV10010182422
M.O.T. - August 2022
Odometer - 62,458
Think van, and the brain automatically conjures up a picture of a vehicle covered in the dents and scrapes of hard labour. ‘A9 RYX’, however, hails from a different planet, as it is effectively immaculate from stem to stern, and to expect it to transport anything other than light, spotless items would seem tantamount to sacrilege! First registered in 1984 as ‘A489 0FL’, the Mini was apparently restored prior to 2012 and then left unused for a while before changing hands; which it did again in 2020. The vendor treated it to a full service in February last year and invested £800 in having the underside protected with Dinitrol. Unlike most vans that exist outside in all weathers, this one has been living in a garage and the vendor presently considers its A Series engine, gearbox, bodywork, paintwork and interior trim to all be ‘excellent’ order. One of many things in the vehicle’s favour is that it has been retained to original specification throughout, so looks exactly as it would have done when it left the factory 38 years ago, save for the carpet that’s been installed to protect the pristine paintwork of the load bay. The odometer currently registers a very credible total mileage of 62,458, and this adorable Mini is now being offered complete with receipts dating back to 2008 and a current MOT valid until August 10. A rare opportunity.
Renamed the Mini 95 in 1978 (the number represented the gross vehicle weight of 0.95 tons), the Mini Van was based on the longer platform of the Traveller and had a load capacity of 0.25 tons. It was available from 1960 until 1982, during which 521,494 examples were manufactured.
In summary:
- A truly immaculate example of the breed
- The subject of an earlier restoration
- Recently benefited Dinitrol treatment of the underside
'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: February 2022 Classics Auction, 22nd Feb, 2022
This auction of classic vehicles will take place in the Concorde Hangar at Manchester Airport's Runway Visitor Park.
We are delighted to be running this live event in the shadow of Concorde, without doubt the most iconic passenger aircraft in history.
Free parking for auction attendees..
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:
Monday 21st February 12pm - 7pm
Tuesday 22nd February 9am - 1pm
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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