Sold
(including buyers premium)
Registration No: E42 VGK
Chassis No: SAXXL2S1N20346125
MOT: T.B.A
The Mayfair had been launched in 1982 as the luxurious end of the Mini line-up of the 1980s, the Mini City being at the lower end. The Mayfair model remained in production until 1996. Equipment options included 12-inch wheels, opening rear side windows, radio, head restraints, locking fuel cap and front disc brakes. By the time the Longbridge Plant finally closed in 2000, more than 5 million Minis had been built. As every-day cars most would suffer the ravages of use and time before disappearing from our roads.
First registered on the 1st September 1987, as with all Mayfairs of the time, left Cowley with the 998cc engine and the relative luxury of the era, essentially velour and some coach-lines. Today, 'E42 VGK' displays some 91,637 miles and has seen some upgrades and customisation. Finished in a custom paint scheme of Cream over a Metallic Blue, it is reminiscent of the two-tone customised paint schemes of Minis like that owned by movie icon James Garner. The period 'racer' style has seen the addition of Raydyot pattern racing mirrors, Revolution alloy wheels on the outside, with racing bucket seats and aftermarket Tim coolant temperature and oil pressure gauges inside, there's even an electric sunroof. Not much is known regarding when the Mini has been seen restoration work and the upgrades, but they also include an expensive conversion to coil spring and adjustable suspension, dependent on personal requirements, which utilise GAZ shock absorbers. The date on the Thermex aluminium radiator would suggest that it was fitted c.2013, perhaps when other upgrades were made. We are advised by the vendor that he believes the car had a bare metal respray as part of previous restoration work. The Mini is accompanied by some old MOT paperwork with invoices on file that include parts purchased, such as tie rod ends in July 2023 and a new set of Revolution wheel nuts in current ownership, in February 2024. It is offered with a current V5C document.
For more information, please contact:
Luke Hipkiss
luke.hipkiss@handh.co.uk
07886398226
Auction: Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire, 27th Nov, 2024
An auction of classic, collector and performance motorcars to be held in the beautiful surrounds of the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire.Venue Details
To enquire about entering your classic or performance car into the auction please call our sales office on 01925 210035, email sales@HandH.co.uk or click here: Enter Your Classic Motorcar
All our professional valuations are complimentary and without obligation.
To take part in the live online bidding please click 'Register to Bid | Sign In' at the top of the page Register to Bid OR bid through our Auction Partners Saleroom.com SALEROOM
Viewing
Tues 26th November from 12pm
Wed 27th November from 9am
All successful bids must be paid in full by midday the day after the auction at the latest.
You can collect your new pride and joy from our venue until 1pm the day following the sale or our partners are on hand to help arrange safe transportation:
Do you have an item to sell?
If so, contact one of our friendly specialists for your free valuation by completing the form below and someone will get back to you as quickly as possible.
If you prefer to speak to humans, don't hesitate to call our office on +44 (0)1925 210035