Running 1973 Austin Mini on 2040-cars
Sunland, California, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:1000cc 4cyl
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 4 cyl
Make: Mini
Model: Classic Mini
Trim: base cp 2d
Options: CD Player
Drive Type: rear drive
Mileage: 47,335
Exterior Color: Green
Number of Doors: 2
Interior Color: green and black
This mini needs a complete restoration, but is currently running and driving with current registration. It needs paint, veneer replaced on dash, eng gone through and tires. Works fine for local driving, starts easily and has adequate power, but eng sounds a little more noisy than I think it should and will smoke somewhat after it is warmed up when hot out. Also leaks oil from the shift shaft seal when sitting. Leaving it in reverse seems to help as the linkage presses against the seal. I have had this car about 8 yrs and the above conditions have not gotten any worse since I have owned it. I had intended to gradually restore it, but have too many other projects, and because it works fine for local driving it has never seemed a pressing issue to make it any better. I need to consolidate my projects and get things to a manageable level, so it is for sale. Every thing works--lights, wipers, washers, heater, fan, rear defroster, signals, horn, and all gages and c/d-stereo. Very charming car to drive, even in its current state-always get lots of smiles and approving looks from people. Low cost entry into the world of mini ownership--fix it as you drive.
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