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Description
This Austin Mini Mk2 was purchased by the current owner in 1994 in Tobo. At the time, the car was stored in a barn and needed to be moved. It had a rusty rear subframe and was in need of some care.
The Mini was originally bought new in 1969 by a woman in Örbyhus, who owned it for five years before selling it to another woman from the same town. Eventually, it ended up with a new owner who fitted a new camshaft, installed twin carburetors, and upgraded the exhaust manifold. After that, the Mini came into the care of its current owner.
He replaced the rear subframe and repaired a few small rust spots. The paint couldn’t be polished to a decent shine, so the car was fully disassembled and repainted. It was then reassembled with many new parts. Later that same year, the owner began scraping off the undercoating and discovered a small rust spot in the left door pillar, which has not been addressed.
The engine received a light overhaul, including new valve stem seals. The car comes with original steel wheels and Lokari inner fenders. It currently sits on tires with good tread, mounted on Wolfrace alloy wheels.
The Mini was originally bought new in 1969 by a woman in Örbyhus, who owned it for five years before selling it to another woman from the same town. Eventually, it ended up with a new owner who fitted a new camshaft, installed twin carburetors, and upgraded the exhaust manifold. After that, the Mini came into the care of its current owner.
He replaced the rear subframe and repaired a few small rust spots. The paint couldn’t be polished to a decent shine, so the car was fully disassembled and repainted. It was then reassembled with many new parts. Later that same year, the owner began scraping off the undercoating and discovered a small rust spot in the left door pillar, which has not been addressed.
The engine received a light overhaul, including new valve stem seals. The car comes with original steel wheels and Lokari inner fenders. It currently sits on tires with good tread, mounted on Wolfrace alloy wheels.
Free history (9)
Technical data
Year
1969/1969
Registration date
1969-12-22
Mileage
62440 km
Kw / hp
26 / 35
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
Interior finish
Vinyl
Colour
Red
Condition
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Mechanical condition
Engine and drivetrain are in working order. The Hydrolastic suspension on the right side may have a leak. New exhaust system installed.
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Interior condition
The interior is in good condition, including the headliner, door panels, and floor mats. The dashboard is in nice shape. Both the engine bay and boot area present better than in many other Minis.
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Exterior condition
The paint is in good and glossy condition. The chrome trim is also in nice shape. The Wolfrace wheels look great. Some visible weld repairs – see photos for details.
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General condition
A solid second-generation Mini that, with a bit of tinkering and care, has the potential to become a truly charming example – especially considering it's already in good, usable condition.
MOT (tech. insp.)
Fordonsstatus: Avst 2023-05-10
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1969-12-22 (typbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1969-12-22
Senast godkända besiktning: 2009-08-24
Besiktigad tom: 2011-08-31
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Ja
Antal ägare: 6
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1969-12-22 (typbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1969-12-22
Senast godkända besiktning: 2009-08-24
Besiktigad tom: 2011-08-31
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Ja
Antal ägare: 6
Facts about the model
The “Mini,” or “Hundkojan” as it was affectionately known in Sweden, was produced under the BMC umbrella and sold under different names such as Austin and Morris, as well as the more luxurious versions from Wolseley and Riley. This practice, known as "badge engineering," meant that apart from minor differences like badges and grilles, the cars were essentially the same.
The very first Mini was introduced in 1959 and was revolutionary for its space-saving, clever design, the work of engineer Alec Issigonis. His vision was to create a simple, affordable car with excellent handling – and he succeeded.
One person who immediately saw the car’s potential was John Cooper, who at the time ran a Formula One racing team using BMC engines. He believed the Mini could become something more than just a people’s car. However, Issigonis was initially against the idea of turning his creation into a performance car – he saw the Mini as a car for the masses, not for motorsport.
In 1961, Cooper got his way. A larger 997 cc engine producing 57 hp was developed (compared to the original 850’s 37 hp), and the Mini Cooper was born. It came with unique interior trim, disc brakes, and a contrasting roof color.
In 1963, a more powerful version was introduced in a limited production run – the Cooper S 1071 cc, equipped with larger and stronger disc brakes. Then came 1964, a pivotal year in Mini history: three new engine variants were introduced – the Cooper S 1275 cc, the Cooper S 970 cc, and a more street-friendly 998 cc engine for the regular Cooper.
The reason for all these engine variations? Racing regulations. Different classes were based on engine displacement – up to 850 cc, 1000 cc, 1150 cc, and 1300 cc – and BMC wanted a Mini for each one.
There truly was a Mini for every racing class.
The very first Mini was introduced in 1959 and was revolutionary for its space-saving, clever design, the work of engineer Alec Issigonis. His vision was to create a simple, affordable car with excellent handling – and he succeeded.
One person who immediately saw the car’s potential was John Cooper, who at the time ran a Formula One racing team using BMC engines. He believed the Mini could become something more than just a people’s car. However, Issigonis was initially against the idea of turning his creation into a performance car – he saw the Mini as a car for the masses, not for motorsport.
In 1961, Cooper got his way. A larger 997 cc engine producing 57 hp was developed (compared to the original 850’s 37 hp), and the Mini Cooper was born. It came with unique interior trim, disc brakes, and a contrasting roof color.
In 1963, a more powerful version was introduced in a limited production run – the Cooper S 1071 cc, equipped with larger and stronger disc brakes. Then came 1964, a pivotal year in Mini history: three new engine variants were introduced – the Cooper S 1275 cc, the Cooper S 970 cc, and a more street-friendly 998 cc engine for the regular Cooper.
The reason for all these engine variations? Racing regulations. Different classes were based on engine displacement – up to 850 cc, 1000 cc, 1150 cc, and 1300 cc – and BMC wanted a Mini for each one.
There truly was a Mini for every racing class.
Location and viewing Information
Location: Stallarholmen utanför Strängnäs
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Nisse Brandt
+46 707 50 89 99
nisse@bilwebauctions.se
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Nisse Brandt
+46 707 50 89 99
nisse@bilwebauctions.se
Pick up
Collection must take place before: 2025-06-26.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
Auction information
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