Austin Mini 1959 - Seven

*** THE SALE *** This 1959 Austin Mini Seven (Rally Spec) is currently in a 2-week auction on our website. This is our guide price, i.e. what we think the car is worth in the current market, however, the reserve will be lower. You can read much more about the car, see of hundreds of detailed photos and videos of it, and ask the seller any questions on our website: we can't add links on this platform, so please search for "Trade Classics" on Google. **** VEHICLE SUMMARY **** Few cars have had an impact on motoring and motorsport quite like the original 1959 Austin Mini Seven.Launched as a revolutionary answer to practical, affordable transport, the Mini quickly evolved into something far greater, a motorsport legend. Its lightweight nature, nimble handling, and innovative engineering made it a formidable competitor on rally stages around the world, earning a reputation for punching far above its weight.This particular car stands firmly within that heritage. With authentic rally modifications, purposeful character, and unmistakable patina, it captures everything that made the Mini an icon both on the road and in the heat of competition.Coming to market after almost 25 years with our vendor, who has cared for and embraced its rally character, this example remains a wonderfully evocative survivor. Though documentation is limited, its specification, period features, and mechanical details strongly support its status as an early rally-prepared car.Purpose-built for rallying while retaining much of its early Mini charm, it remains functional, characterful, and very much in keeping with a classic motorsport machine, showing honest signs of use from both its age and its rallying life. Finished in its original colour and fitted with lightweight panels and practical rally modifications, it presents as an honest, competition-used car that wears its history proudly. **** VEHICLE DETAIL **** We've written a longer and more detailed description of this vehicle on our website, which will answer all of your burning questions. To see the car on our site then just search for us, Trade Classics, on Google. **** BEFORE YOU CALL US **** We love to talk about cars, but more than 90% of buyers' questions are answered in the full listings on our website: there you'll find a huge amount of detailed information about this car's history, condition, and specification - as well as hundreds of detailed photos and videos. Don't worry: if you still have a question, please just give us a call during office hours. **** ABOUT US **** Trade Classics is the most trusted auction house in the UK, with 4.9* on TrustPilot and thousands of happy buyers and sellers. Our mission is to provide the most honest and transparent listings available. By helping you avoid scammers, timewasters, and expensive platform fees, we make the process of buying and selling a car as pleasurable as driving it.