Hemmings Motors is advertising an interesting 1965 Austin Mini for sale in Santa Monica California.
Classic Car Photography has a soft spot for Minis of all types and we’re always on the lookout for Mini Shows to attend, and for interesting Minis where-ever they may be. We were quite interested to see this somewhat different 1965 Austin Mini advertised for sale in California.
Here’s what the advert has to say:
- Condition: Excellent
- Interior: Black
- Exterior: Silver
- Location: Santa Monica, California, United States
Description:
Must sell. Moving. This is a custom build by noted automotive designer Chris Humberstone (Chris Humberstone Coachbuilders, UK) built it up from a new Clubman bodyshell configured to be a left-hand-drive (LHD) model to be exported to U.S. Titled as 1965 Austin – the body shell was deseamed, then fitted with electric windows and an electric sunroof. California titled with current registration. Runs and drives great. Engine: 1275cc — 4-speed, 4-syncro. New Brakes, New Exhaust, New Tires on Mamba Rims.
I’m not quite sure how they get away with calling it a 1965 Mini, but ….. Also, it should be noted that this Austin Mini is being sold under “fire-sale” circumstances and the price advertised by Hemmings is likely to be way under the car’s true value.
Click Here to visit the Hemmings advertisement for this interesting Mini.
STOP PRESS:
The mini did not sell at Hemmings and is currently being advertised on www.miniguy.com.
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my first car was a 1965 morris mini super deluxe, ordered direct from morris motors ( i worked there) in island blue, and I loved it, I did later have mini clubman in white and beige interior, would still have it if it looked like the featured car., this car car is awesome and is a credit to the owner, would love to have it myself, but I live in Australia.
Thanks for your comments Bryan. My first Mini was a very early Mini Van with push button starter on the floor and a foot operated dip switch (those were the days). My last Mini was a Mini LS (988 cc) with a Mini Sunshine vacuum operated sliding sunroof. This particular Mini does look great – I love the effect that you can get by deseaming, and this one has been done very well. I also like the look of the twin headlights! Tony