Leyland Mini Panel Van 1976 Model
Leyland Mini Panel Van 1976 Model
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Total production of the Mini Panel Van in its 19 year production span was 8796 units of which 3735 units were the first generation 848cc version with the balance of 5061 units been the 998cc unit. The discontinuation of the Mini Panel Van was due to the unsuccessful merger between the Stigma Corporation and British Leyland in 1979/1980.
The first generation 998cc all South African Manufactured engine was used until the end
of production in 1980.
The Mini MKII Panel Van was introduced with all the other Mini MKII models in December
1968.Since the Mini panel vans had the radiator grille unitary with the body, changes were not very noticeable. A review mirror was now standard and chromed mirrors replaced the black wing mounted mirrors. The steering wheel badge was bigger as the hooter had been moved to the indicator /headlight dipping stalk. The double sliding windows remained on all the Panel Vans and external door hinges also
remained on all Vans.
The Mini Panel Vans production only came to an end in 1980.This made its production period the longest ever of any Mini model in South Africa with very few changes to the model over the period of 19 Years.
The Mini Panel Van is probably the most remarkable Mini Model in terms of its South African History. The first 12 Mini Panel Vans were delivered to the AA in September 1961.By August 1967 the AA’s fleet had grown to a 130 of the Vans. The fleet further increased when the Mini MKII Vans were introduced in 1968.The Van on display in the AA Museum is a MKII version.
The example that we have for sale is a matching numbers example professional restored and resprayed in its original light green color. As the car has been a highveld car its entire life it was relatively rust free except for the front floorboards which were cut out and replaced with genuine rust-free ones. The car was resprayed and all the minor dents ect were repaired.
No expenses were spared and the windscreen along with all the rubbers, front bumper and headlights were all replaced with genuine new parts. The upholstery, door cards,roof lining and carpeting are all brand new.
The steering box has been reconditioned all the ball joints replaced along with a new set of brakes. The original loom has been professional repaired, and all the electrics are in perfect working order. The car comes with a brand-new set of tires and shock absorbers.
The car is licensed and registered up to date and has all the corresponding genuine identification tags in the correct places.
If You want a Genuine piece of South African Mini History You need not look any further.
Transmission type: Manual
Vehicle colour: Light Green
Interior colour: Grey
Number of doors: Two Doors
Convertible: No
Driver side: Right Hand Side
Fuel: Petrol
Motor size (CC): 998cc
Owner's Manual: No
Service History: Restored
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