1979 Austin Mini Convertible Conversion

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The Austin Mini Convertible was never a standard production model from British Leyland, but rather the result of specialist aftermarket conversions. By 1979, the Mini was already two decades old, yet its cultural appeal remained strong, particularly among younger buyers and style‑conscious urban drivers. British Leyland had limited resources for niche body styles, so independent coachbuilders stepped in to fill the gap.

The best‑known conversions were performed by firms such as Crayford Auto Developments and Wood & Pickett, which had experience converting Minis into cabriolets as early as the mid‑1960s. By 1979, these companies and smaller regional firms were adapting standard Austin Mini sedans into open cars by removing the steel roof and reinforcing the sills, A‑posts, and floorpan to maintain structural rigidity.

Though the full history has yet to be uncovered for this 1979 Mini Convertible, the burred walnut instrument panel were commonly fitted to Wood & Pickett builds. Finished in red with a black cloth interior with bolstered front seats, this left-hand-drive Mini features alloy wheels and a CD player.

This 1979 Austin Mini Convertible Conversion is now offered by the selling dealer with a clean Florida title.

Highlights

• Offered from the Burnyzz Collection of April vehicles

• Left-hand drive configuration

• Finished in red with black stripes

• Black cloth interior

• Black manual soft top

Factory Equipment

• 998cc BMC A+ four-cylinder engine

• Four-speed manual transaxle

• Front-wheel drive

• Front disc brakes, rear drums

Modifications

• Convertible top conversion

• 12-inch alloy Minispeed wheels

• Sony AM/FM/CD radio

• Bolstered front seats

Known Imperfections

• Wear on driver’s and passenger's seat

• Convertible top tear and wrinkles

• Mismatched front and rear upholstery

• Split/crack in the dash pad on driver's side top of dash

• Scratch in the left front fender next to the fender flare

• Touched up rock chip on wiper cowl

Ownership History

This 1979 Austin Mini Convertible Conversion is offered from the Burnyzz Collection of April vehicles.

Included Items

• Owners manual

• Radio instructions

• Miscellaneous radio harnesses

Additional Notes

Disclaimer Provided by Seller: Seller does its best to inspect, drive, and note any known imperfections in the advertisement and pre-sale of vehicles it lists for sale. However, due to the nature of collector automobiles, seller cannot guarantee that every vehicle function, whether electrical or mechanical, will work as it originally did. These components will need upkeep and attention. In addition, often these vehicles can sit for periods of time and once you begin to drive them issues can arise without warning. Please make sure you are comfortable with this before buying a collector or vintage automobile. Seller did NOT build or restore this vehicle. Vehicles are sold AS-IS by seller, with all faults known/unknown and with no implied warranty. Pre-purchase inspections are welcome, and seller simply describes these vehicles to the best of its knowledge.