1974 Mini - Blue - 154,708km - 1098cc A-Series 4-Cylinder, Manual - Project/Barn Find
A 1974 Australian-delivered Mini offered as a project restoration candidate. 2-door hatchback, 4-seat, right-hand drive. No key. Unregistered and sold as viewed.
Overview
The Mini needs no introduction. Built from 1959 through to 2000 and still universally loved, the original Mini's combination of clever packaging, front-wheel drive, and go-kart handling made it one of the most influential cars ever built. Australian-delivered examples from the 1970s have a dedicated following here, with a good parts supply network and active Mini club community keeping the restoration scene alive and well. This 1974 example represents a genuine project opportunity for the enthusiast prepared to invest time and skill into bringing it back.
This Mini presents as a barn find project in blue. The body shell is broadly intact, with all four panels present, windows in place, and the characteristic Mini profile clearly visible. The 1098cc A-series engine is in situ in the engine bay. The original interior is largely complete, with the tan/beige seats, door cards, dashboard, and floor-mounted gear shift all present. The odometer reads 154,708 kilometres. Rust is present throughout the vehicle and forms the primary restoration challenge. The lower sills, door bottoms, rear quarters, and floor pan show significant corrosion, with floor perforation visible in multiple areas. The engine bay and running gear display age-related oxidation consistent with a vehicle that has been stored. The bodywork is faded and shows surface rust on horizontal panels. This is an honest project car and the photos document the condition thoroughly.
For the right buyer, this is the raw material for a full restoration. Parts availability for the A-series Mini platform is excellent through UK suppliers and local specialists. Completed restorations of this era regularly achieve strong values in Australia.
Features
* 1974 Mini, 2-door hatchback, 4-seat
* 1098cc A-Series 4-cylinder petrol engine in situ
* Manual transmission, front-wheel drive
* Blue exterior, tan/beige interior
* Body shell intact, all windows present
* Original dashboard and instruments present
* Original tan/beige seats front and rear, present but worn
* Original period radio fitted
* Spare tyre in boot
* Right-hand drive configuration
* NSW history (sold unregistered, no key)
Condition Notes
* Significant rust throughout lower body: sills, door bottoms, and rear quarter panels
* Floor pan perforation in multiple areas
* Engine bay and running gear heavily oxidised
* Bodywork faded with surface rust on horizontal panels
* Interior worn with deteriorated carpet and seat wear
* No key. Vehicle mechanically untested and sold as viewed
Specifications
Year: 1974
Make/Model: Mini
Body: 2-Door Hatchback
Engine: 1098cc A-Series 4-Cylinder Petrol
Transmission: Manual
Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
Odometer: 154,708km
Colour: Blue
Seats: 4
Chassis: 022D2S2M109460
CHASSIS AS PER REGO STICKER: O22X2S2M109460
CHASSIS AS PER PLATE: 022D2S2M109460
project rust evident. No key. Barn find
(Key #70CC MARPLE)
Lloyds stock #580324+1
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Location of item: 60 Marple Avenue, Villawood, NSW, Australia
** This vendor is not registered for GST - therefore GST is not applicable on this asset **
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