Rover Mini Mayfair | 1989

Rover Mini Mayfair | 1989

Highlights:

– 1.0-litre four-cylinder engine, petrol, manual transmission

– Complete body, interior and mechanical restoration carried out by the previous owner in 2019

– ASI and CRS registered, with documentation and receipts of the restoration available

– Interior reupholstered in tartan fabric with faux-leather side panels, Nardi steering wheel fitted

– 45,000 km on the odometer

The seller offers for sale this 1989 Rover Mini Mayfair, powered by a 1.0-litre four-cylinder engine, paired with a manual transmission. This example underwent a complete body and interior restoration together with a full mechanical overhaul, carried out by the previous owner in 2019, including replacement of the fuel pump, cleaning of the fuel tank, new oil seals and CV boots, and refurbishment of the brake master cylinder and wheel cylinders, along with new door, window and boot seals. The interior has been fully reupholstered in tartan fabric with faux-leather side panels, and the car is fitted with a Nardi steering wheel in place of the original. Chrome bumpers, grille, fuel cap, number plate light housing, exhaust, door handles and headlight surrounds have been fitted. The car carries ASI and CRS registration, and photographs and receipts covering the full restoration are available from the previous owner. Further servicing was carried out in April and December 2023. The odometer shows 45,000 km.

The classic Mini needs little introduction: launched in 1959 and produced with only modest changes for over four decades, its transverse engine and front-wheel-drive layout set the template for the modern small car and made remarkably efficient use of a tiny footprint. By the late 1980s, the Mayfair had become one of the best-equipped versions in the range, adding extra trim, brightwork and creature comforts to the Mini’s famously compact and agile character.

With its restored bodywork, reupholstered cabin and sorted mechanicals, this Mini Mayfair combines the model’s celebrated go-kart handling and cheeky charm with the reassurance of a thorough, well-documented refurbishment. It is offered ready to be enjoyed on the road or added to a collection of British classics.

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. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

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.

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This car is currently located in: Milan province, Italy.

This car drives, brakes and shifts.

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

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