On sale within a classified advertisement, with no bidding or Buy It Now. If you have experience of 'bidding' - only for the listing to be 'taken down' at the 11th hour, then reappear within a matter of hours due to 'no contact' or a 'timewaster' you will appreciate how frustrating this can be! The vehicle offered here will not be removed unless all the conditions of sale as set out below have been fully met. 

 

This listing is for a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair Manual saloon, ‘F prefix’ with V5c.

 

POTENTIAL BUYERS OF THIS VEHICLE ARE ADVISED TO READ ALL the description including the PAYMENT & CONDITIONS OF SALE which follows fully and view the attached IMAGES carefully, WYSIWYG -

 

Observations and general details for information

• This is a ‘35 year old, Classic Mini' which has been 'off the road' for some time and is offered here as shown in the images and described in text as an ongoing 'RESTORATION PROJECT' or for spares or repairs.
• The Mayfair was one of the limited edition ‘London Collection’ others being the ‘Park Lane’, ‘Piccadilly’, ‘Chelsea’ and the ‘Ritz’ etc. 
• The V5c confirms this is a Mini limited edition Mayfair with 998cc manual transmission.
• Registered in my name on the V5c, currently on SORN
• The Mayfair will always be relatively rare as part of the Mini heritage and well worth the time taken to restore to its former condition.
• In terms of previous restoration, having been removed from the road some years ago by a former Mini enthusiast owner, a start had been made to restore this Mini. It appears to have had replacement front wings, front panel, inner wings and rear valance. Sills,floors and subframes all appear sound. Roof is good, rear panels and side window appertures are good.
• Engine is complete as shown, oil is clean, starter motor, fuel pump, alternator, carb’, distributor, clutch slave cylinder all present.
• As can happen, ‘life then got in the way’ of the restoration and the car has been left for a number of years, in dry storage awaiting completion. It had been etch primed which has served to protect the bodywork from further deterioration.
• The car is offered as a ‘rolling shell’ with drivetrain, steering and engine fitted. It rolls and steers freely for loading and movement. Most of the major components are included, including the front wiring loom, doors, all glass and seats.
• Further work is now clearly required to make speedy progress on this car but as this has not been started, a ‘new owner’ can undertake the refurbishment to their own desired standard, timescale and budget.
• The vehicle is offered with all its faults visible, as a restoration project or for parts - you must decide whether its right for you, please consider this carefully before making any contact.
• Remember this is a restoration project - do not expect to have it completed in a couple of weekends or to drive or 'tow'  it away.
• This is quite clearly not a nicely painted or prepared car, experience suggests that whilst 'Minis' previously 'restored' with glossy paintwork may look nice - but can often conceal a multitude of issues - how many times have you read in listings "a bit of bubbling in the paint" in reality, corrosion beneath the glossy paintwork - to rectify, that glossy paintwork will most certainly be compromised!
• WYSIWYG, if it is not shown or specifically mentioned in the description it is not included. Classic Mini used and new parts are plentiful, reasonably priced with 'old school' engineering and no computers!
  
  Ideal as a 'Spring/Summer project' for a Mini enthusiast or 'Son/Daughter/Dad' restoration.

 

Observations for guidance only

• VIN number commences SAXXL2S1N20******
• Comes with a complete 998cc standard engine, fitted, connected, believed good but untested
• Engine number commences 99HD800******
• Reg number reads 'F' three numbers and three letters
• Three clock binnacle with mounting frame included
• Manual Gearbox (untested) is attached to the engine, complete with clutch, release arm (untested) and cover plate.
• Pair of complete doors, with glass and hardware in decent condition
• Decent bootlid and bonnet included
• Glass sunroof with opening/tilt option
• Under wing plastic ducting present but not fitted
• Front and rear subframes are complete and appear in decent condition
• All shock absorbers are fitted
• Four 12 inch steel Mini wheels with inflated tyres
• Front drive shafts are present.
• Front disc brakes with calipers (calipers removed)
• Brake master cylinder, Brake Servo and Clutch master cylinder all present (untested)
• Suspension components and hubs are all present
• Radiator and mounting frame present and fitted
• Wiper motor and rack are present but not fitted (untested)
• Switchgear as shown all untested
• Clutch mechanism is complete but untested
• Battery cable to boot battery tray present
• Three matching seats as shown
• Gearchange selector present but not connected
• Front windscreen & rear heated window (untested) are included
• Opening rear side windows, green tinted glass
• Fuel tank included but not fitted
• Wiring loom and column mounted switches present, all untested
• Steering column & wheel, and steering rack fitted and working
• Handbrake fitted and working

 

Reminder - this is what you are buying here -

• A single used Austin Mini Mayfair 
• 998cc Manual for restoration, spares or repairs
• VIN number contains SAXXL2S1N20******        
• Engine number contains  99HD800*****             
• 1st Registered 17/06/1989
• Reg Number F *** ***
• V5c in my name currently on SORN
• Last MOT expired in 2012

 

Prospective buyers should complete their OWN RESEARCH on the COMMON ISSUES to be anticipated in the restoration and use of a Classic Mini Cooper of this age.

Please do this BEFORE MAKING ANY CONTACT OR COMMITMENT TO VIEW OR BUY THIS CAR.

I am unable to enter into a dialogue about 'what work needs doing' to this vehicle, beyond that which is already given in the description, as this would be subject to personal experience, opinion and interpretation.

The comments included here give a good flavour of what this Mini Park Lane is, however, the best option to assess its condition for yourself, IS TO VIEW THE VEHICLE.

 

Other Classic Mini parts available

• 1993 'K Reg' Classic Mini British Open Manual 1275cc Project
• 1987 'D Reg' Classic Mini Park Lane Manual 998cc Project
• Portugese Cagiva Mini Moke, part completed restoration project - rare
• Autobarn Gecko 'Q Reg' Kit car, Mini Moke style utility, Mini running gear, in white - rare
• Set of 4 bare, 12 inch 'Mini Light' alloy wheels
• Mini rear Wood & Picket light protection bar in tubular Stainless steel
• Tilting glass saloon sunroof with all fittings and headlining
• Classic Mini Sportspack Style 4 of wheel arch extensions in fibreglass NOS

 

Other Classic vehicles available

• Grandin French factory built 'jeep' utility Peugeot 205 running gear - rare Project
• Land Rover Air Portable Lightweight FFR 2.25 Petrol - Project
• Suzuki Jimny Convertible 2002 decent condition, engine needs attention, Project
• Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 2004 Petrol running and driving - Project
• Suzuki Grand Vitara 2 Door Convertible, '53 plate' decent condition, clutch pedal needs attention, Project
• Toyota Rav4 Mark 1 4x4 reg 1998 running and driving, MOT just expired
• Jeep Wrangler 4.2 Auto Convertible, Grey Soft Top 4x4, half steel doors, column shift 1987 'E Reg' in Black - rare running and driving.
• Fiat Punto mark 2 Saloon 4 door hatchback, low mileage, '52 Plate' - complete for recommisioning
• Piagio Ape 50 three wheel utility with truck body, sides, rear tailgate and rear steel canopy/lifting tailgate - original

 

Interested in buying this vehicle?

ONLY make CONTACT or arrange to VIEW if you are a SERIOUS AND GENUINE BUYER

Contact hours 9.00 a.m. until 20.00 - if I am unable to answer leave a message and I will respond.

INSPECTION at a mutually convenient time by arrangement.

BE sure that you have the FUNDS and any other LOGISTICAL ARRANGEMENTS in place and that you fully intend to complete the purchase.

'What's your best price mate' questions or low 'derisory offers' or 'I can pay cash and pick up today' statements are not required.

I have 'not lost storage', it is not 'in the way' and am not 'desperate to sell' - in my opinion, prices of these classics are only going to go one way!

DO NOT MAKE ANY COMMITMENT unless you FULLY INTEND TO COMPLETE THE TRANSACTION AND CAN MEET THE CONDITIONS OF SALE CLEARLY SET OUT BELOW.

Any other parts/vehicles shown in the background of any images are NOT included.

 

Contact details

• Messages via ebay email may not be monitored and may not be responded to.
• Direct tel number can be found in the panel at the top of the listing page
• Direct email can be found under 'seller information : complete information' heading at the foot of the listing page.
• Polite notice : I do not conduct business via 'text' or 'whats app' therefore please do not expect a response to serial text messages.

 

Free Delivery **

INCLUDED at the 'CLASSIFIED ADD LISTING SALE PRICE' ** will be speedy distance limited 'free delivery' as a courtesy for genuine buyers, within the UK of up to 50 miles one way, on condition that -

FULL CLEARED PAYMENT HAS BEEN RECEIVED including any additional delivery charges - BEFORE THE CAR IS DELIVERED - we will no longer transport any vehicles until they have been paid for in full.

Payment in 'cash on delivery' is NOT AVAILABLE following previous abuse of our trust.

Delivery beyond the first 50 miles IS POSSIBLE - work on an additional £1.50 per mile depending on location/time - email for an estimate, daytime/evenings/weekday/weekends are all possible by negotiation.

 

Conditions of Sale

The V5c will be completed at point of sale and I will process the change of owner details via DVLA 'on-line' - the V5c returning directly from DVLA to the new keeper, usually within a few days.

Potential buyers must study the images carefully, WYSIWYG – if it is not shown or specifically mentioned in the description, it is not included.

There is no warranty given or implied in this description and there are no returns.

A deposit is required at point of sale to secure the vehicle, with the balance by BACS or in cash on collection or ahead of collection or delivery.

Payment terms ARE in cash on collection OR cleared Bank Transfer ahead of collection.

PayPal is NOT ACCEPTED as a means of payment

ebays 'managed payment scheme' is NOT ACCEPTED as a means of payment

After cleared payment has been received, collect or delivery at a mutually convenient time, once paid for, there is no urgent 'deadline' for collection or delivery.

Prospective overseas buyers will need to make all arrangements to collect this vehicle from here and payment will be strictly 'cash on collection' only, no PayPal and no BACS.

 

Collection at completion arrangements/delivery details

Collect in person.

OR

I will cooperate with a vehicle transporter which the buyer arranges.

AND

I can assist with loading.

OR

Free Delivery first 50 miles ** (beyond this will be at additional cost)

BUT

I will not be involved in, or arrange overseas shipping.