Rough idea on price?

[Robatr0n]

I have a 1989 mini thirty sat on my uncles drive way which I haven't been able to use for the best part of a year so there really is no point in keeping it.

The pearlescent cherry red colour is still very strong and looks great but it does have a rust problem at the bottom of the passenger door and bubbling around the bulkhead at the front.

It has had various work carried out on it over a fairly long period of time and ticks over very sweetly indeed.

It's pretty high mileage for a mini, currently on 89,000.

I don't expect to get a fortune for it but I am a little confused as to how much I should sell it for because there arean't that many 30s for sale and the condition varies quite abit as does the price.

[Robatr0n]

Anyone?

[Cooperman]

If the rust is limited to just those areas, then it must be worth over £1000 as the Mini 30 is very attractive and incvreasingly rare. However, if there is more deep-seated rust in the sills, rear sub-frame mounting, A-panels, front panel, wings, etc, then the price will reduce dramatically.
The mileage is not really high and a 998 is easy to rebuild anyway. A Mini 30 with a good-condition body and a slightly improved engine is a very fine car.If I had the space at present I would make an offer for it.

[Robatr0n]

Thanks for the reply.

I shall have a good look over the car for rust, if I were to take some shots could you take a look at them if I post them up on here?

If circumstances change regarding space and you want to make an offer then feel free.

[bmwdrivernigel]

Robatr0n said:

Thanks for the reply.

I shall have a good look over the car for rust, if I were to take some shots could you take a look at them if I post them up on here?

If circumstances change regarding space and you want to make an offer then feel free.

Why not keep it and sell the Audi

[Cooperman]

The way Mini prices have increased over the last 12 months you could be well advised to dry store it for a few years and, maybe, get the restoration work needed done.
Where do you live? If you are anywhere near here (Cambridge) I would love to come and take a look as I might know someone who wants one.
Alternatively email me some photos.

[Robatr0n]

Well I would love to keep the mini Nigel, but I don't use it enough and everytime I see it sat on the driveway I feel sorry for the poor thing.

Cooperman, I'm near Heathrow so not really that close to you. I shall get some shots sometime this week and post them up on here.