1981 Austin Morris Mini 1000 - Lot 95

Lot n° 95
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1981 Austin Morris Mini 1000 - Lot 95
1981 Austin Morris Mini 1000 No Reserve French Registration Certificate Chassis Number: SL21011194478 - Proven competition preparation - Metro 1275 A-Plus engine - Ideal for motorsport Introduced in 1959, the Mini revolutionized the mass-market automobile thanks to the ingenuity of its design by Alec Issigonis. The vehicle offered for sale is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 1000 that has been specifically prepared for competition use. The interior has been completely stripped out to prioritize lightness and efficiency. It features a roll cage, bucket seats, a Cooper racing steering wheel, and equipment designed for racing, including a passenger footrest. The drivetrain has also been modified with the installation of a short-shift gearbox to enhance acceleration and responsiveness on the track or during timed events. Under the hood, this Mini is equipped with a Metro 1275 A-Plus engine bearing the number 109674. Renowned for its robustness and superior performance compared to the original Mini 1000 engine, it is paired here with a Weber carburetor—a configuration particularly prized by enthusiasts of sports tuning for its efficiency and ability to optimize engine performance. Although the vehicle has a registration certificate, the numerous modifications made during its tuning now make it suitable primarily for competition or private track use. It should therefore not be considered a Mini intended for traditional road use. The technical inspection highlights several issues requiring special attention before any use. Among the major defects noted are, in particular, an issue causing stiff steering in the braking system, as well as corrosion on the left rear subframe. This Mini is therefore intended for a motorsport enthusiast or a tuner looking to finalize a base vehicle already heavily oriented toward competition. 1981 Austin Morris Mini 1000 French Vehicle Registration Certificate Chassis Number: SL21011194478 - Proven race preparation - Metro 1275 A-Plus engine - Ideal for motorsport Introduced in 1959, the Mini revolutionized the mass-market automobile thanks to the ingenuity of its design by Alec Issigonis. The vehicle offered for sale is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 1000 that has been specifically prepared for competition use. The interior has been completely stripped out to prioritize lightness and efficiency. It features a roll cage, bucket seats, a Cooper racing steering wheel, and equipment designed for motorsports, including a passenger footrest. The drivetrain has also been modified with the installation of a short-shift gearbox to enhance acceleration and responsiveness on the track or during timed events. Under the hood, this Mini is equipped with a Metro 1275 A-Plus engine bearing the number 109674. Renowned for its robustness and performance superior to the original Mini 1000 engine, it is paired here with a Weber carburetor—a configuration particularly prized by sports tuning enthusiasts for its efficiency and ability to optimize engine performance. Although the vehicle has a registration certificate, the numerous modifications made during its preparation now make it suitable primarily for competition or private track use. It should therefore not be considered a Mini intended for traditional road use. The technical inspection highlights several issues requiring special attention before any use. Among the major defects noted are, in particular, an issue causing stiff steering in the braking system, as well as corrosion on the left rear subframe. This Mini is therefore intended for a motorsports enthusiast or a tuner looking to finalize a base vehicle already heavily oriented toward competition.
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