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Lot No: 512
1970 Mini Pickup
Registration no. XAA 272J
Chassis no. XAV.1.92794
Engine no. 84303
Sold for £1,380 inclusive of Buyer's Premium
Footnote:
Following the Mini saloon's introduction in August 1959, the van version of BMC's revolutionary small car arrived in January 1960, followed by the pick-up in 1961. Built on a longer wheelbase than the saloon, the commercial Mini's front-wheel drive and compact independent rear suspension enabled it to match many more-expensive medium-sized vans for interior space. Identical - apart from the badging - Austin and Morris versions were built for the first nine years, the models being known subsequently as the Mini Van and Mini Pick-up. The latter shared the van's floorpan and mechanical specification, differing only by virtue of its closed-in cab and open rear load platform. A 998cc engine had become available in 1967 but most customers opted for the more economical 848cc unit. Always more Spartanly equipped than their saloon cousins - the front passenger seat was an option to begin with - the van and pick-up retained the MkI Mini's front grille, door bins, sliding windows and external door hinges to the end of production in 1983.
This Mini Pickup was purchased for the Collection in March 1985. Finished in black with matching vinyl upholstery, the vehicle is presented in 'average' condition and offered for restoration. Accompanying documentation consists of an expired MoT certificate (April 1987) and old-style Swansea V5.
