Mini 1000 Special | 1989

Mini 1000 Special | 1989

Highlights:

– 1000cc four-cylinder engine, petrol, manual transmission

– Resprayed by a bodyshop in its original metallic blue with a white roof

– New shock absorbers and rear brakes fitted shortly before sale

– Alloy wheels, electronic ignition and an engine immobiliser

– 43,020 km, with clock, tachometer and voltmeter gauges and full documentation

The seller offers for sale this 1989 Mini 1000 Special, powered by a 1000cc four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a manual transmission. Finished in its original metallic blue with a white roof, this Mini has been fully resprayed by a bodyshop and presents in good order, showing 43,020 km on the odometer.

The car has been with the current owner since receiving it from the first owner, and comes with the complete history of invoices and maintenance records. Less than 2,500 km ago new shock absorbers and rear brakes were fitted, and the battery was replaced less than 200 km ago. There is some surface rust on the right-hand door, which the seller has noted openly. The car is fitted with electronic ignition and an engine immobiliser for added security, and the dashboard carries a clock, tachometer and voltmeter alongside the standard instruments. The Mini rides on alloy wheels and is maintained at a dedicated garage.

The classic Mini needs little introduction: launched in 1959 and produced for over four decades with only incremental changes, it remains one of the most recognisable small cars ever built, prized for its go-kart handling and space-efficient design. Late-production cars such as this 1989 example benefited from decades of detail refinement while retaining the transverse engine, front-wheel-drive layout and compact dimensions that made the model famous, and the 1000cc unit fitted here offers a lively, characterful driving experience in keeping with the car’s reputation.

With known history, a bodyshop respray in its original colour scheme and recent attention to the brakes and suspension, this Mini 1000 Special is ready to be enjoyed by its next owner.

Condition of the bodywork & paint

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Condition of the interior

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Technical condition

4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.

Overall condition

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.

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This car is currently located in: Antwerp province, Belgium.

This car drives, brakes and shifts.

The car has a Belgian registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.

The description of this car is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the car from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy.

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