Description
Hello, L'atelier des 1000 offers for sale this beautiful 1973 Morris Mini MKIII 850 in a configuration that combines elegance and sportiness with this Pacific Blue colour and its grey interior reminiscent of the Cooper roof and stripes.
Versatile and popular, small but spacious ... the Mini is a car in a class of its own and has quickly become a veritable icon for a whole generation. Whether for touring, rallying or everyday use, for men or women, large or small, the Austin appeals to the widest possible audience and can do it all!
The car on offer has undergone extensive refurbishment and many recent expenses. It has also been fitted with a 1275 cm3 12h type engine, which has undergone a complete overhaul. The bodywork of this Austin has undergone extensive work, with over 100 hours of work required to eradicate all areas of corrosion before receiving a full two-tone paint finish.
The rear plate lighting was removed and replaced by LED plate screws to lighten the rear trunk, and all the bodywork joints were replaced at the same time.
As for the underpinnings, they are sound and free from perforating corrosion.
All the chrome is in good condition and perfectly shiny. A Monza-type fuel filler flap has been fitted, while retaining a keyed cap. The original upholstery has been replaced by a Cobra set with two Vintage-style bucket seats that provide perfect support.
The bespoke door panels as well as the carpets and roof lining are new, the front and rear pillars have been trimmed in leather while the boot has also been carpeted. The gear knob, handbrake, rear-view mirror, pedals and all the door levers are in aluminium and a sports steering wheel has been fitted.
The bespoke dashboard is in perfect harmony with the rest of the car and features a complete central instrument panel, including a lap counter, temperature and oil pressure. 10' wheels have been repainted and fitted with new Yokohama tyres, and the spare wheel matches and has not been spared.
Mechanically, the car starts easily, without noise or smoke. It is fitted with an HIF44 carburettor mounted on a racing intake pipe, a sport camshaft, an Aldon ignition and a complete Maniflow DTM exhaust.
A mechanical overhaul was recently carried out, along with replacement of the spark plugs and ignition wiring harness, adjustment of the rocker arms and an engine tune-up. The clutch control system was replaced.
As for the running gear, the steering has no abnormal play, the brakes have been refurbished and are efficient and balanced, while the suspension is firm but not uncomfortable and does its job. The 4 Kayaba shock absorbers are new Technical control ok French registration collection Delivery possible in France Warranty of your choice up to 36 months In view of the costs involved, we are asking €16, 990 for this car, trade-in and exchange possible L'atelier des 1000 is specialised in the purchase and sale of European Classics and sports cars Find more information and discover all our vehicles for sale on our website.
To visit us, give us a call! We welcome you by appointment only in our showroom in Glos-sur-Risle, Normandy, only 1h30 from Paris and 40min from Rouen, Deauville, Cabourg and Honfleur.
