1979 Mini Van 848cc
Registration no. NRP 759V Chassis no. V/146844L

Bonhams MPH December Auction|11 December 2020, 13:00 GMT|Bicester, Bicester Heritage

1979 Mini Van 848cc
Registration no. NRP 759V
Chassis no. V/146844L

Odometer reading: 78,014
MoT expiry date: November 2021

*Professionally restored
*Thousands of pounds spent
*Only 20 miles since completion

Following the Mini saloon's introduction in August 1959, the van version arrived in January 1960. Built on a longer wheelbase than the saloon, the commercial Mini's front-wheel drive and compact independent rear suspension enabled it to match many more-expensive medium-sized vans for interior space. Identical - apart from the badging – Austin/Morris versions were built for the first nine years, the model being known subsequently as the Mini Van. A 998cc engine became available in 1967 but most customers opted for the more economical 848cc unit. Always more Spartanly equipped than the saloon, the van retained the MkI's front grille, sliding windows, and external door hinges to the end of production in 1983.
Purchased ten years ago, this Mini Van has been treated to a comprehensive professional restoration at a cost of several thousand pounds. All new panels used are genuine Heritage items including the floors, inner/outer sills, wings, etc, etc. Other new components include the windscreen; correct 'Leyland' moulded carpeting; Newton Commercial seats; tyres, brakes, and suspension; and chrome handles all round. Only some 20 miles have been covered since the rebuild's completion and the vehicle is said to start instantly and run very well. A super little van, ready to use as a workhorse, for promotional purposes, or on the show circuit.

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Footnotes

Vendor Score Total: 83/100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well

EXTERIOR TOTAL: 19/25
Body Work: 4
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 4
Glass: 4
Paint: 3
Wheels/Tyres: 4

INTERIOR TOTAL: 15/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4
Headlining: 3
Seats: 4
Trim: 4

ENGINE TOTAL: 18/20
Mechanical components: 4
Running: 5
Starting: 5
Under Bonnet: 4

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 20/20
Axles: 5
Brakes: 5
Gearbox/Clutch: 5
Suspension: 5

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 8/10
Ancillary components: 4
Main components: 4

Car History File: 3/5

Saleroom notices

Please note the correct chassis number is XKV10000706409 Please click the link to view the walkaround video of this lot: click here

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