Austin Mini 1968

This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show 2026 on Saturday the 21st of March Sunday the 22nd of March, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT. , Finished in its original Snowberry White with a black cap and fitted with standardsize steel Cooper wheels fitted with Blockley tyres, laminated front windscreen, auxiliary spotlights and twin fuel tanks,Powered by the classic  998cc ASeries engine which was rebuilt some 25 years ago to +20 with rebored block, reground crankshaft, new bearings, and unleaded valve seats, paired with an overhauled gearbox with new bearings and synchromesh components,Specification includes Cooper S front and rear brakes, heavyduty shock absorbers, replaced steering rack, LCB exhaust, oil cooler, alternator conversion, upgraded radiator, rewired electrics for trip meter, electric washers and auxiliary power socket, plus Safety Devices rollcage, Cobra seats, Willans harnesses, renewed brake pipes, rerouted battery leads and a battery cutout,Restored in 1999 and subsequently prepared for historic rally use, completing the London to Istanbul Historic Rally where it reportedly performed faultlessly and achieved first in class,Owned by our vendor for four years and described as driving well. As with any competition car, it's essential to check the currency and suitability of any safetyrelated equipment including rollcage, seats, harnesses, fire extinguisher etc. ,Supplied with a Heritage Certificate, extensive history file including old MOTs, photographs and invoices, and offered tax and MOT exempt, with the option to use 'as' is or cosmetically refresh the paintwork to address minor corrosion issues,