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1963 Austin Mini Mki Series With 998 Cc Cooper Engine New Zealand Import on 2040-cars

Year:1963 Mileage:62000
Location:

Ridgewood, New Jersey, United States

Ridgewood, New Jersey, United States
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NO RESERVE AUCTION

The item up for your consideration today is a 1963 Austin Mini. This car was imported to the U.S. from New Zealand in early 2001. This is the genuine article, period correct 1963 Mk I Mini. It has all of the character traits of the day such as slide-by door windows, mustache grill, external door hinges, internal pull cords, push button starter, and small tail lights. There is a New Zealand number plate on the front AF6390, and last but not least, it is a right hand drive.

Engine, Brakes, Electrical:

Previous owner replaced the 850 cc engine with a highly desirable 998 cc Cooper engine with the 12G295 cylinder head and then detailed the engine compartment. It starts, runs, drives, and stops very well.  All electrics are functional except for heater (see below).  Documentation included. Ran 91 octane ethanol free fuel with a lead substitute added.  Oil/Filter changed every spring after winter storage except for this year. Figure new buyer would change to ensure they are covered

Paint & Body:

The car has received the best of care and pampering. This is a very clean and free of rust as can be seen in the pictures and video. Paint is in great shape and body panels are very straight.  There is are two small dents under the indicator on front left wing (see picture). The car has won many awards at local and regional shows as well as one national show at Rockford, IL. Those trophy's however, are not included. Also, the rubber seals on back passenger windows will most likely need to be replaced in 1-2 years. 

Interior:

Interior was all redone in the original pattern with the exception of the headliner which is in excellent original condition The dealer added heater unit by National Radiator Co. is currently not working.

Wheels & Tires:

Stock 3.5 x 10 steel wheels blasted and powder coated, and shod with Kuhmo 145-R10

Documentation:

Has all of the New Zealand documentation and some details specific to the Minis built there.

Title & Registration:

Clean Title. Currently registered in NJ

Extra Parts & Goodies:

  • Genuine Minilite (4.5X10) wheels and new Kuhmo 145-R10 tires along with all the hardware, spacers, lug nuts and studs for the rear wheels are included
  • Two boxes of new, spare and old parts.
  • Four repair manuals
  • Huge stack of Mini, Mini World and Practical Classics magazines
  • High quality indoor/ outdoor custom fit car cover recently purchased from MiniMania

INSPECTIONS & INQUIRIES

I welcome and encourage inspections. Inspections are by reservation only. Please feel free to send me inquiries.  I may post your question and answer to the auction.

SHIPPING

I am happy to work with you and your shipper (domestic or international). I am very near a port and have sold vehicles to folks in Germany and it was a breeze from a shipping standpoint. I do request that pick up is at my residence.  I live in Ridgewood, New Jersey 07450

PAYMENT

Deposit in 48 hours or I will do second chance offer. Payment in full with either cash or verified bank check that clears the funds.  I will also entertain wire transfers as well.

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS & VIDEOS

Several detailed photos located here


Vehicle walk thru video located here  (note: in the video, I took a couple of takes and the passenger (left hand door) is not shut all the way.  This door shuts all the way as portrayed in the pictures. I would redo the video but it is supposed to rain tomorrow.)

Vehicle engine start video located here





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