For sale is a genuine Rover Mini Convertible from the final month of production. Not a conversion, but the factory convertible that Rover built in Longbridge from 1993 to 1996. In the vehicle registration document, it is registered as "passenger car, open body", issued by Rover Germany in July 1996, and the VIN identifies the body style as a convertible from the factory. VIN available on request.
The car has been in second ownership since April 1997 and was loved and carefully looked after by its owner. It was always kept in the garage and driven very little. Total mileage: 16,724 km. The mileages from recent years are documented by inspection reports and invoices (2016: 16,287 km, 2020: 16,537 km, 2024: 16,613 km).
Vehicle data
First registered: 05/08/1996
Owners: 2 (first ownership from 08/1996, current owner since 04/1997)
Engine: 1.3-litre fuel-injected engine (1,273 cm³), 46 kW / 63 hp, controlled catalytic converter, Euro 2
4-speed manual transmission, left-hand drive
Colour: Metallic red with gold pinstripe, red fabric convertible top with tonneau cover
4 seats
Equipment (typical of the factory convertible)
Original convertible body kit with widened wheel arches
12-inch five-spoke alloy wheels with Yokohama 165/60 R12 tyres
Burr walnut dashboard, door handles and gear knob in wood effect
Grey velour sports seats, matching door panels
Sill plates with convertible lettering
Rev counter, VDO clock, Clarion radio-cassette
Immobiliser (entered in the registration document)
Spare wheel (alloy), first-aid kit
Maintenance and work carried out (invoices available)
2016: Steering rack boot, track rod end, right driveshaft, brake fluid, wheel alignment
2017: Right convertible-top frame repaired, new battery
2020: Vehicle inspection passed without defects, coolant renewed, headlights adjusted, wheel alignment, new battery
2024: Vehicle inspection passed without defects, emissions test passed. Fuel tank, fuel sender, fuel pump and spark plugs renewed, fuel injector repaired (invoice for €3,080)
Vehicle inspection: expired since 04/2026
Known points (honest and complete to the best of our knowledge)
Tyres more than 10 years old; replacement recommended
Convertible top with a sewn repair area at the rear left and signs of use (see photo)
Slightly sweating transmission seal (note from 2020 inspection)
Battery disconnect switch retrofitted
Documents
Original vehicle registration document
Vehicle inspection and emissions test reports from 2020 and 2024
Workshop invoices from 2016 to 2024
The vehicle is over 30 years old and in original condition; the only retrofit is the battery disconnect switch. Historic registration is therefore possible, but the appraisal has not yet been prepared.
According to commonly cited figures, only around 1,080 factory convertibles were built. A car for enthusiasts looking for a well-maintained classic.
Viewing and test drive by arrangement in Frankfurt am Main. Private sale excluding liability for material defects. Please no trade offers and no "what is your lowest price" enquiries.
This description has been automatically translated. Original language: German.
