Mini Clubman Estate Automatic

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In 1969, under the ownership of British Leyland, the Mini was given a facelift by stylist Roy Haynes, who had previously worked for Ford. 

The restyled version was called the Mini Clubman and sported a more square frontal look, similar to that of the much larger Austin Maxi. Compared to the classic 1959 'round-front' design, the long-nose Clubman offered better crash safety, was better equipped and had vastly better under-bonnet access, but was more expensive. It was also the first vehicle to use a flexi printed-circuit board behind the dash instruments (universal nowadays, but technically advanced for 1969).

Available either as a saloon or an estate, complete with fake wood trim, it was finally replaced in 1980 by the new hatchback Austin Metro, though production of the original round-front Mini design continued for another 20 years.

This particular Clubman Estate Automatic has effectively had just two owners from new and has only covered 23,700 miles to date. First registered to Cutts of Camden in February 1976 it was used by them as a demonstrator until October 1977 when it was bought by the current family owners for £1,815 with 10,100 miles on the clock (purchase invoice on file).

By 1985 the car had still only covered another 13,000 miles at which point it was more or less laid up for the next 20 years. In 2005 it was treated to a thorough recommissioning which included a new subframe, new water pump, full brake overhaul and new shock absorbers plus various other items at a cost of £2,247 (bill on file). Ownership was also transferred to another family member before the car was put back into storage for a few more years.

Recently taken out from its garage again and recommissioned for sale, in March this year it flew through its MOT with no advisories recorded and was issued with a 6 months tax disc. Said to be in good and highly original condition throughout, it is also said to drive beautifully.

It comes with the a fair amount of history including various old MOTs and the original owner’s handbook and the original service book which is stamped six times up to 13,517 miles in September 1979. Altogether a wonderfully original and low mileage example which is ready to enjoy right away.