29th Nov, 2022 13:00
November 2022 Classics Auction
1978 Mini 1275 GT
Registration - SBN 506S
Chassis No. - XE2D2-491245A
M.O.T. - Oct 2023
Odometer - 49,621
‘SBN 506S’ bears little similarity to how it would have looked on leaving the Leyland production line in March 1978 as a standard red-coloured GT. We understand that it was restored and resprayed within the last 10 years by Mini specialist M&N Davies of the Castle Garage, Holt, near Wrexham. The result is certainly eye-catching thanks to its white over blue paintwork, white striped bonnet, and extra wide arches covering a set of mighty Minilite-style alloy wheels shod with suitably low-profile tyres. Other upgrades include auxiliary lights front and rear, bonnet pins, a pair of chromed Le Mans-style filler caps, rear mud-flaps, uprated exhaust system, alloy rocker cover, high-back reclining seats, OMP woodrim steering wheel, and a polished wood facia with auxiliary gauges. The vendor acquired the Mini in January last year and says it ‘starts, runs, and stops as it should, and is reliable’, though he notes that ‘the starter motor is now a bit slow’. Overall, he classes the grey cloth interior as ‘excellent’ and the A Series engine, four-speed manual transmission, bodywork and paintwork as ‘good’. He is now offering the GT complete with JVC radio/cassette and parcel shelf-mounted speakers – the odometer currently registers a totally credible though unwarranted total mileage of 49,621.
‘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. A total of 110,673 1275 GTs and 275,583 Clubman saloons were ultimately produced.
In summary:
- Restored by a Mini specialist garage some 10 years ago
- The subject of a number of uprates inside and out
- Dry stored between occasional outings in its current ownership
'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 £10,000 - £12,000Registration - SBN 506S
Chassis No. - XE2D2-491245A
M.O.T. - Oct 2023
Odometer - 49,621
‘SBN 506S’ bears little similarity to how it would have looked on leaving the Leyland production line in March 1978 as a standard red-coloured GT. We understand that it was restored and resprayed within the last 10 years by Mini specialist M&N Davies of the Castle Garage, Holt, near Wrexham. The result is certainly eye-catching thanks to its white over blue paintwork, white striped bonnet, and extra wide arches covering a set of mighty Minilite-style alloy wheels shod with suitably low-profile tyres. Other upgrades include auxiliary lights front and rear, bonnet pins, a pair of chromed Le Mans-style filler caps, rear mud-flaps, uprated exhaust system, alloy rocker cover, high-back reclining seats, OMP woodrim steering wheel, and a polished wood facia with auxiliary gauges. The vendor acquired the Mini in January last year and says it ‘starts, runs, and stops as it should, and is reliable’, though he notes that ‘the starter motor is now a bit slow’. Overall, he classes the grey cloth interior as ‘excellent’ and the A Series engine, four-speed manual transmission, bodywork and paintwork as ‘good’. He is now offering the GT complete with JVC radio/cassette and parcel shelf-mounted speakers – the odometer currently registers a totally credible though unwarranted total mileage of 49,621.
‘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. A total of 110,673 1275 GTs and 275,583 Clubman saloons were ultimately produced.
In summary:
- Restored by a Mini specialist garage some 10 years ago
- The subject of a number of uprates inside and out
- Dry stored between occasional outings in its current ownership
'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: November 2022 Classics Auction, 29th Nov, 2022
Our November auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes will take place at Mavericks in Holywell, North Wales (half an hour’s drive from Chester).
There will be free parking for auction attendees.
Entries are now being invited, and sellers will benefit from Hampson’s unique offering of zero entry fee and zero sellers commission for physical auctions, meaning that vendors keep 100% of the hammer price achieved for their vehicles.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling one of the Hampson Auctions team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Monday 28th November 2pm - 7pm
Tuesday 29th November 9am - 1pm
Mavericks
8 Moyston Road Business Park
Llannerch-y-Môr,
Holywell
CH8 9DQ
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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