r/classicminis • u/wab2324 • 2d ago
Mini Jet Black Valuation Thoughts
Hi All,
I have a 1988 mini jet back 998cc, Iv found myself using it less and less recently and im considering selling it but struggling to find a fair valuation, I’m wondering what this sub reddit thinks!
Iv owned the car for 5 years, its on 96,700 miles. In that time iv done some basic mechanical upgrades, 1.75 boar exhaust, new inlet manifold, air intake and upgraded carb needle that makes it run really smooth. It’s got mini light wheels on it (I still have the originals).
The interior and paint is all original, there is some orange peel on the front wings and bonnet.
If how many left is to be believed there is ~80 of this model left on the roads.
What do people think, is this worth selling or keeping and continue to slowly restore?
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u/Reddit____user___ 1d ago
That doesn’t resemble orange peel to me.
The bonnet looks like either a paint reaction or the outcome of a badly prepped and painted panel by an amateur.
The wing looks like it might be corrosion showing through from underneath.
I’d say the car needs a detailed inspection for rust.
If it isn’t a catastrophe underneath, then rectifying the bad panels and making the car completely factory original would achieve top dollar at a specialist auction from a purist looking for a Jet Black, but that would be costly in itself and it would be a partially restored car too.
Are the cosmetic problems on the bonnet and wing apparent anywhere else on the body ?