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YWE 680T (2)

1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000.

 

Last taxed in October 2010 and last MoT test expired in April 2011. H&H classic car auction, Buxton -

 

"Chassis Number: XL251N-562760A

Engine Number: 328991

 

Finished in red with grey / black cloth upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "good" condition with regard to its 998cc engine, four-speed manual gearbox, electrical equipment, interior trim, bodywork and paintwork. Stated to have covered "a genuine 24,000 miles from new" in the hands of "just two owners" and to have been with its first keeper for twenty-four years, 'YWE 680T' is further understood to have benefited from "a small of restoration work including a new rear subframe". While recent fettling has reportedly seen the Mini treated to "a new battery, clutch slave cylinder, rear shock absorbers and front brake shoes / cylinders". Riding on correct-type steel wheels, this low mileage Mini is offered for sale with "owner's handbook, price list when new, spare keys (with original dealer fob), MOT certificate valid until April 2011 and road tax valid until September 2010"."

 

Sold for £1760.

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Taken on April 21, 2010