Believed to be one owner from new, and was found recently in a barn near Bournemouth ,where it has sat since 1977.
The car is pretty solid and very complete. Floorplans , sills and rear subframe all complete and perfect for restoration.
The engine is badged Austin, and is still the standard 850cc , it is however seized and appears to have been changed at some point in the cars history.
Wheel trims and front grille in the boot.
The logbook has been applied for with the DVLA and should be with me any day now. I do have the heritage certificate for the vehicle.”
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