Classic Car Auctions has announced the line-up for its auction at the Practical Classics car show at the NEC on March 24-25. There's a handful of Minis up for grabs - see which one you like the best.
And the climax of another sizzling summer will come to a head at the home of British motorsport, Brands Hatch on August Bank Holiday 25-26.
There is something for all Mini fans, whether it be the high octane racing, including the Mini Se7ens and MINI Challenge, or the huge array of Minis and other enthusiasts bringing together the Mini spirit. Entertainment and a funfair will keep the whole family happy too.
2018 also sees the return of the love:mini awards. Last year's successful start has been refined and Mini owners attending will all be in with a chance of winning a trophy!
Rev your Mini engines for The Italian Job 2018 – registration now OPEN!
Only 100 classic cars and Minis can take part – so hurry if you want to secure your place in the essential fixture of the classic car enthusiasts’ calendar
Fans of the iconic ‘The Italian Job’ film, staring Michael Caine, can now relive the experience and help raise funds to support the 4m children in the UK living in poverty.
Star of BBC Strictly Come Dancing and ITV’s Judge Rinder, Rob Rinder, has pushed the button on registration for ‘The Italian Job Charity/Celebrity Touring Event’ - a Mini adventure taking place in Italy this Summer.
Three Minis and variants up for sale this weekend at Historics @ Brooklands.
Lot 294 - 1960 Austin Mini Seven Super Deluxe Lot Number 294 Registration 285 JYB Chassis Number AA25742246 Engine Number 8AM-U-H30416 Odometer reading 32,836 miles Estimate No Reserve
The latest issue of the Mini Se7en Racing Club Newsletter is now available to download for free. There's the latest race reports plus a preview to this weekend's racing at Oulton Park Mini Festival. Plus find out the history of the Mini Se7en Club over the past half century with our Archive articles. Download it or read it online for free DOWNLOAD READ ONLINE
-- An excellent example of the very rare 970cc Mini Cooper S homologation special of which fewer than 1000 were ever built. -- Built in 1964 the Cooper S features a works specification interior and an updated high-performance engine. -- An original 970 S with matching engine and chassis numbers the Mini is offered for sale by Silverstone Auctions on 29th – 30th July with an estimate of between £43,000 and £50,000. The rarest of all flavours of the Mini Cooper S, a 970 S built in 1964 comes up for auction at the Silverstone Classic on 29th – 30th July. A fine example of the homologation special created to qualify the Cooper S for the under 1000cc category in racing and rallying, the car presented by Silverstone Auctions is one of less than a thousand ever built.
With engine and chassis numbers matching logbook records and an extensive history file including homologation papers, heritage certificate, 2004 FIA Historic Technical Passport and MoT certificates, the iconic Cooper 970 S is estimated to sell for between £43,000 and £50,000.
“This is a rare and very collectible car,” says Nick Whale, managing director of Silverstone Auctions. “This represents the rarest Cooper S of all time so an original car like this with matching numbers throughout is extraordinary.”
The Mini is in excellent condition having completed only 3,000 miles under its current ownership over the last 15 years. It’s been kept in a heated garage along with the vendor’s historic motor vehicle collection. The exterior is immaculately finished in Tweed Grey with a Old English White roof, enhanced by tastefully placed leather bonnet straps, Cibie spot lights, reversing lamp, and two Monza filler caps (originals also included).
Mini fans will drool over the specification of this historically important Cooper S. The engine has been uprated by renowned North Yorkshire motorsport experts AMAC Engineering and now features a 649 camshaft, baffled sump and lightened flywheel to produce a free revving unit up to 7500rpm with 95 bhp at the flywheel.
An alloy sump guard protects from underneath along with aeroquip brake pipes, and the suspension has been upgraded with a negative camber front setup, all finished off with an iconic set of Minilite wheels, including the spare. The authentic look is completed with FIA specification wheel arches, and under the bonnet there’s a further light with switch and an upgraded oil cooler and radiator, all vital for a night-time climb over the Col de Turini!
The interior also lives up to its Cooper S sporting heritage with a range of features including a full Safety Devices removable bolted in roll cage, a works specification dash with rev counter, retro trip meter, watches and a plug for a Don Barrow “Potty” map magnifier. Other period touches include a map light and spot light on the roll cage, Newton Commercial bucket seats, fire extinguisher and a Moto-Lita leather steering wheel. The original seats and steering wheel are included in the sale.
Classic Car Auction's June sale had a real treat for Mini enthusiasts with a number of the cars up for grabs. Take a look below to see what was available and what they sold for.
1986 Austin Mini Mayfair Lot: 210 Sold for (£): 3,300
Offered for sale is a .998L 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair manual. Coming with a partial history file, this lot's condition scores 90 / 135.
Classic Car Auctions says:
A fabulous, Mini Mayfair showing just 53,000 miles from new...
Based on the Mini 'City' with a number of bespoke 'Mayfair' options Two owners from new, one lady since 1989 and and in lovely condition throughout Good history file showing most MoTs until the late 1990s along with past service invoices and other documents. The mileage of 53,000 is believed to be correct but can't be warranted Fresh MOT valid until 1/05/2018
1999 Rover Mini Cooper Lot: 223 Sold for (£): 5,500
Offered for sale is a 1.3L 1999 Rover Mini Cooper manual that has been with the current owner for the last year. Coming with a partial history file, this lot's condition scores an impressive 112 / 135.
Classic Car Auctions says: An individual, retro-looking Cooper... 29,000kms / 18,000 miles...
Japanese import. Possibly a limited edition Retro style. Looks fabulous in white with a black roof and black 'Speedwell' mirrors Unusual details; red coach line, red insert in windscreen surround Check trim and red carpets. Bespoke dashboard with 'flock' appearance Imported from Japan last year, car UK registered with V5 and valid MOT issued with no advisories On arrival, was serviced and shock absorbers replaced Sensible guide, worth a look
2000 Rover Mini Cooper Sport 'Final Edition' Lot: 226 Sold for (£): 10,780
Offered for sale is a 1.3L 2000 Rover Mini Cooper Sport Final Edition manual that has been with the current owner for the last year. Coming with a partial history file, this lot's condition scores an impressive 107 / 135.
Classic Car Auctions says: One of only 2,091, right-hand drive, Final Editions ever made...
Superbly presented in Dark Metallic Green and Silver Subject to a total restoration including bodywork, engine, suspension and brakes Huge file available showing depth of restoration using parts from British Heritage Showing only 32,000 miles, approximately 1,000 since engine rebuild New MoT to be issued prior to sale Outstanding. One of the smartest we have ever seen
1995 Rover Mini 'Sidewalk' Limited Edition Lot: 282 Sold for (£): 5,170
Offered for sale is a 1.275L 1995 Rover Mini Sidewalk Limited Edition Sidewalk Edition manual that has been with the current owner for the last 5 years. Coming with a partial history file, this lot's condition scores 80 / 135.
Classic Car Auctions says: Very smart in Kingfisher Blue with a 'Blue Tartan' interior... Based on the 1275cc Mini Sprite. One of 1,000 UK cars Fully restored including engine rebuild, new sills and more New carpets. Mini 'Superlight' alloys. New exhaust system Lovely original Tartan Interior with Red seatbelts Low mileage of just over 50,500 Recent Mot issued to April 2018
NB....Previously the subject of an insurance total loss claim in 1995
1966 'Downton' Austin Cooper 998 Lot: 309 Sold for (£): 36,300
Offered for sale is a 0.998L 1966 Austin Mini Cooper (Downton 998) manual that has been with the current owner for the last 2 years. Coming with a partial history file, this lot's condition scores an impressive 120 / 135.
Classic Car Auctions says: **Lot Update - Fresh MOT until 30th May 2018 and a NOVA reference has been issued ** A very, very, rare original Downton-tuned Austin Cooper... A survivor from the era when tuning Minis was a cottage industry Fitted with a Downton 'Touring' conversion in October 1967 before export Shipped to Australia for a few years and subsequently to New Zealand until 2017 Although sound the bodywork was partially restored in 1997 Full mechanical restoration this year. Only 70 miles covered since, so will need running in It may be possible to reunite the car with its original registration - JGY 303D Accompanied by its original UK licence documents, detailed Downton invoices (1967), original service records, buff logbook, letters from the original and subsequent owners, and a 'Classic Car' magazine article featuring the car An important part of Mini history. An absolute gem
Latest News; The car arrived in the UK on Wenesday morning (31/05/17), started on the first turn (after 6 weeks at sea), and flew throught the MOT in the afternoon. In possession of its new MOT and NOVA, it's now being polished in readiness for the sale.
1999 Rover Mini 'Paul Smith' Lot: 318 Sold for (£): 7,480
Offered for sale is a 1.275L 1999 Rover Mini Paul Smith manual that has been with the current owner for the last 12 years. Coming with a partial history file, this lot's condition scores an impressive 95 / 135.
Classic Car Auctions says: A rare classic 'Paul Smith' limited edition (300 in the UK) ... Finished in Paul Smith Blue with Lime Green details in the boot and engine bay Black Leather interior, magnolia dials, black and silver 'rose petal' alloys Reading just 16,500 miles with 15 previous MoT Certificates present Current enthusiast owner, long term ownership of 12 years Fresh MoT prior to Sale
NB. 5/10/2000. ***** This car was Category D Insurance Loss. "Vehicle Damaged But Repairable - Insurer Decided Not To Repair"
1968 Austin Mini Cooper MKII '998' Lot: 323 Sold for (£): Unsold
Offered for sale is a 0.998L 1968 Austin Mini Cooper Mark II 998 manual that has been with the current owner for the last 2 years. Coming with a partial history file, this lot's condition scores an impressive 131 / 135.
Classic Car Auctions says: Painstakingly restored and in classic Cooper colours... Full bare-metal, no expense spared, restoration just completed Floor is original as is the roof, bulkhead, rear body sections, doors, bonnet, and boot New boot floor, both inner and outer sills, A Panels, front wings, and front panel Parts alone cost £15,000. Mechanical restoration; see Vendor's Comments Finished in Tartan Red with a Black Roof Five keepers in total. Vendor believes indicated mileage of 72,418 (21/03/17) is genuine Heritage Certificate confirming 'Matching Numbers'
1991 Rover Mini Cooper RSP Lot: 343 Sold for (£): 3,190
Offered for sale is a 1.275L 1991 Rover Mini Mini Cooper RSP manual that has been with the current owner for the last year. Coming with a partial history file, this lot's condition scores an impressive 104 / 135.
Classic Car Auctions says: "Rover Special Project" LE Cooper; one of only 1,050 built for the UK market... MG Metro 1275cc Engine, Mini '30'interior and a few bespoke bits Black paintwork, white roof, black leather and cloth seats, red carpets, red leather steering wheel Recent body restoration with photographic record Four previous owners and reasonable service history with lots of bills Unusually, this particular "R.S.P." wasn't registered until 1991 Minis are still one of the most fun cars to drive....buy now and tick it off your bucket list! Further spec details http://www.rsp-cooper-register.co.uk/About_the_RSP.htm
1991 Rover Mini Mayfair Lot: 360 Sold for (£): 1,430
Offered for sale is a 1.0L 1991 Rover Mini Mayfair automatic that has been with the current owner for the last 6 years. Coming with an extensive history file, this lot's condition scores 85 / 135. Classic Car Auctions says: Low mileage example of Britains most iconic car... Mayfair specification with plush velour interior and other luxuriesOnly 43,000 and supplied with ALL MOTs since 1994 Automatic gearbox and glass tilting sunroof Supplied with some service history
The Brands Hatch Mini Festival is just around the corner and there is some more exciting news to announce. Following the successful debut of the love:mini Show 'n' Shine at Snetterton Mini Festival last month, this popular attraction will be returning to Brands Hatch Mini Festival on July 8-9.
MINI will be showcasing its youngest model line-up at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, including the brand’s first ever plug in hybrid model, the new MINI Countryman PHEV.
Launching on 24th June, MINI Cooper S E ALL4 Countryman PHEV will be seen driving on the festival’s infamous Hill Climb throughout the weekend by MINI Challenge racing driver, Charlie Butler-Henderson. Offering pure electric mobility with the combination of a 3-cylinder petrol engine and electric motor, the MINI Cooper S E ALL4 Countryman PHEV produces CO2 emissions of just 49 g/km has an average fuel consumption of 134.5 mpg, while also enabling a 0-62mph time of just 6.8 seconds.
Well-documented 1967 ‘Touring’ conversion complete with detailed Downton invoices and records.
Only 70 miles covered since a recent full mechanical restoration to strictly original specifications.
Offered for sale with an estimate of £35,000 to £40,000 at the Warwickshire Exhibition Centre on Saturday 10th June.
An original and exceedingly rare 1966 Austin Cooper 998, once breathed on by the legendary Daniel Richmond at Downton Engineering, is attracting huge attention from classic Mini fans in the run-up to the Classic Car Auctions June Sale at the Warwickshire Exhibition Centre, near Leamington Spa, on 10th June, 2017.
Westport Co. Mayo is set to see an invasion of MINI’s old and new this week, as the 2017 International Mini Meeting gets underway from the 25th May to 28th May. Described as a ‘MINI’ Electric Picnic, this event is expected to attract close to 3,000 fans and 1,200 MINI cars of all shapes and sizes, new and old which will be proudly presented by their loving owners.
The new issue of Pit and Paddock, the Mini 7 Racing Club's Official Newsletter is out now! Issue 2 previews the upcoming battles likely to be on display at Snetterton, as well as rounding up the events of Rounds 1 & 2 at Castle Combe last month. There's also a special tribute to two Mini legends who have recently passed away, with touching memories from current racers. Finally you can go back in time with the Mini 7 Club and read about what was happening and who was racing 50, 40, 30, 20 and 10 years ago - it's fascinating! Download or read your copy online for free now. DOWNLOAD READ ONLINE
love:mini is proud to announce that we will be hosting our first ever Show 'n' Shine event at the Snetterton Mini Festival on May 13/14. The first, of three amazing Mini Festivals this summer, will see some frantic Mini track action with the MINI Challenge and Mini Miglias attending and a special Mini Festival exclusive event, the ‘Fastest Mini in the World.’ To accompany this adrenalin filled day there will be a huge Mini display, trade area, funfair and onsite camping.
The crowning glory at all Mini Festivals in 2017 will be the Show 'n' Shine competition hosted by love:mini magazine. With 10 handpick categories there will be plenty of chances to win one of these coveted trophies. And with select judges from the love:mini team, you can be sure we will get some stand out winners!
Show & Shine 2017 Categories: 1959 to 69 1970 to 79 1980 to 89 1990 to 2001
2001 to 09 2010 to Present JCW/GP All Modified classics Best Classic Mini Best New Mini
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The new racing season is almost underway and kickstarting the Mini 7 calendar this season is what is set to be an exciting opener at Castle Combe on Easter Monday. Download the free Official Mini 7 Racing Club Newsletter and get the inside track on the movers and shakers and what to expect at the Wiltshire Circuit. With high powered Mini Miglias and a new format for 2017 - the Mini Libre - there is bound to be more bumper to bumper action than ever before! DOWNLOAD READ ONLINE
This year the MGCC's 22nd Wolds Way Run takes place on Sunday 14th May 2017.
This well established event is a full day scenic run of some 90 miles, and this year we anticipate attracting in excess of 100 cars. The run is open to all MG’s, Sports and Classic Cars.
Moles Mini Club are again raising money for the Hope Centre, Southwick with their annual Moonraker Run, this year to be held on Sunday 23rd April 2017.
Creator of the 'Lovely Crinkly Edges' of Norway honoured with classic car rally in Scandinavia from 23 August to 7 September 2017
Slartibartfast - a character from the 1980's cult book The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy - now has a new claim to fame: having a classic car rally named after him, which honours his great work creating the fjords of Norway - or the "Lovely Crinkly Edges", as he called them.
One of the UK’s leading classic car insurance brokers has announced it will be sponsoring the ‘National Car Club Unsung Hero’ award for the second year running, as part of The National Car Club Awards 2017, taking place at the NEC, Birmingham.
Specialist insurance broker Footman James has confirmed its sponsorship of the National Car Club Unsung Hero award at the prestigious ceremony taking place at the NEC, on the evening of Saturday 1 April.
Inaugural Harry’s Run driving event takes place on 31st March – 1st April Participants to cover more than 300 miles of the UK’s most scenic and exhilarating roads Event organised in support of the Help Harry Help Others charity Performance driving enthusiasts are being encouraged to act fast to secure their place on the inaugural Harry’s Run driving adventure which takes place on 31st March – 1st April. New for 2017, the event, which has been organised in support of the Help Harry Help Others charity, will see participants take in some of the UK’s most exhilarating and scenic roads in two action packed days of driving.