Introduction
Darren Rungasamy
The legendary classic, evolved for modern roads.
The classic Mini was born out of the post-Suez crisis necessity to create an ultra-efficient, affordable motor car. It ultimately revolutionised automotive design, transforming into a globally beloved cultural icon and motorsport giant that defined the British road landscape throughout the 1960s and 70s. By the late 80s, the model was successfully repositioned as a retro fashion statement, complete with the revival of the iconic Cooper name and a variety of evocative special editions.
Faced with tightening European emissions and safety regulations, many assumed the classic Mini’s days were numbered. Instead, in late 1996, Rover launched its final and most refined evolution: the Multi-Point Injection (MPi) Mini. The legendary A-Series engine was modernised with electronic fuel injection, an updated engine management unit, and a front-mounted radiator with an electric cooling fan. Crucially, driver safety was upgraded to include a steering wheel airbag, side-impact door bars, and seatbelt pretensioners, while a taller final-drive ratio made high-speed cruising significantly quieter and more relaxed.
By the end of production, especially when specified with the muscular, wide-arched Sportspack option, the Mini had fully embraced its luxury role, boasting plush leather upholstery, turned-aluminium dashboards, and classic chrome gauges.
Coming from over ~15 years with our vendor, this cleanly presented 1999 Rover Mini Cooper Sportpack is finished in 'Tahiti Blue' with a cream leather interior. Showing just ~36,976 miles, it has undergone a recent cosmetic revamp and was serviced just 70 miles ago. After eight years in long-term storage, the car will require an MOT, though its healthy mechanical and structural condition should give confidence in a successful test. It is offered with two keys, an owner's pack, a comprehensive history file dating back to 2005, and a box full of spare parts.
This listing was written from information supplied by Darren after meeting Kevin the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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When was this mini last driven and when was the last MOT done please. If it hasn’t been MOT for a while what reason is this please? Thanks
Hi Adam,
The car was last driven on 18 Sept.
The cars last MOT’d expired in 2013. My partner & I used the car less & less due to lack of power steering, comfort & size, now preferring more modern cars.
Thanks for your interest in the car.
Kind regards,
Kevin
Hi Kevin, how many years did you use the mini for? Has it been stored in a garage since 2013? Do you do any major works in your ownership including the engine? Thank you
Hi Adam,
We used the mini for 2yrs. The car has been stored in a garage since 2013.
The car has had no major works (engine/bodywork etc) during my ownership, just new shocks all round, new radiator & general service items to keep the car in good condition. The previous owner had fitted new outer door skins to the doors.
Thanks for your interest in the car.
Kind regards, Kevin
Hi Kevin
Very nice looking car
Could I ask a couple of questions;
1. Will you get the car MOT before sale?
2. Can you connect the oil pressure gauge and tell us what the pressure is at 1000 and 3000 revs.
Thanks
Rich1
Morning Rich1,
It’s not my intention to MOT the car, the new owner can do this.
The car does not have a oil pressure gauge, your confusioning this with the oil temperature gauge.
Many thanks for your kind comments & your interest in the care.
Kind regards,
Kevin.
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Brackley
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