Wanted: classic rover mini 850, 998 or 1000

[Frazz45]

Hi, Im looking to buy a rover mini, preferably with an 850, 998 or 1000cc engine size, also any model e.g. city, sprite, cooper etc.

[JAFFA]

If your looking for a classic mini, you really want to be looking at one of the BMC ones or at a push a British Leyland version. First made in 1959 by BMC a pre hydrolastic suspention version is what the purests look to. First marketed under the Austin or Morris badge and later the Riley Elf,Wolsey Hornet were introduced as the up market versions. I beleive it was British Leyland who merged the 4 into one and the decline started. Im sure it was Rover who phased the Mini out in favour of the Austin Metro.

Ive owned a few early models and they are great fun to drive. Good luck with your search and ya never know, you may well turn up a Cooper or Cooper s, which are even better fun;-).....

kind regards Jeff

[Frazz45]

To be honest, im not bothered if its a rover or an austin etc, i just want a mini lol

[John S]

I know where there is one but it needs a shot motor refurb, the owner may be willing to sell, out of MOT but garaged. its pimped.

[Frazz45]

I know where there is one but it needs a shot motor refurb, the owner may be willing to sell, out of MOT but garaged. its pimped.

Hi, if you can contact the person and get some info it would be greatly appreciated!