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1960 Classic Mini Cooper Early Shell - Austin 850 - April 1960 on 2040-cars

US $3,200.00
Year:1960 Mileage:0 Color: Door Hinges
Location:

Orlando, Florida, United States

Orlando, Florida, United States
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Up for sale is my collectors find that I no longer have the time to finish. Hoping to pass it on to a fellow enthusiast.

April 1960 Classic Mini Cooper Shell / Early Same body as the 1959
Austin 850 MKI Super-Deluxe
First Original Production Year Body Style

TITLE

Titled Florida 1959 Austin Mini - Clean in Hand
VIN = A-A2S7L-27731
FE# = FE38914

ABOUT

Started Restoration and unfortunately have no time to complete. Taken half the car to bare metal and primed, then started working on floor when work stopped. Car is in amazing shape except for the floors. 

 Body is in extremely great shape for these first cars, only the floors need attention. Note there is a missing section of front floor (like Fred Flintstones car) I have the new firewall replacement panel that will be included.

Key Features in the 1959/Early '60 Minis that make them unique and rare

  • Brass Exterior Door Hinges
  • Sliding Windows
  • Door Locks with Round button
  • Flat Rocker Sills Single Piece Floor Pans
  • Windscreen and Rear Window Flat with no Seam
  • Proper early door drain hole

WHAT YOU GET

Early April 1960 mini rolling shell. as seen in photos.
No Engine.
Steering Wheel
Glass & Trim minus half a sliding window and front windshield.
Heritage Firewall floor pan - New Metal
Gas Tank
    

SHIPPING

I am located in Orlando, FL.  I will arrange shipping to you at your expense at lowest cost possible. or you can make your own arrangements. If you are in the South East I can trailer the car to you at cost for time and gas. If you are overseas you will need to arrange your own transport

Again you are responsible for any shipping expenses. car weight is probably 700 lbs. Please plan accordingly before bidding! Can be transported via most traditional car carrier services.

 Sold As-Is

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