- The Moke’s appearances in countless feature films, including three ‘James Bond’ movies
- A car that is both easy to use and is also highly collectible
- Throughout the ’70s and ’80s it was considered the car for the stress-free lifestyle, with the attitude of no doors, no roof, no worries
- The Moke is great fun to pilot whether you’re on the road or off it, just like a Mini
- The Moke is presented in exceptional looking and driving condition, looking just like it did on leaving the factory in 1966.
- A very rare and unique MKI version

The Mini Moke was designed by Sir Alec Issigonis at the same time as the Mini saloon and used an identical engine, transmission and suspension parts.

Although the pre-production prototype came out in 1959, full-scale production did not start until 1964. It may seem strange to design and build a vehicle with no clear idea what you are going to do with it, but this was BMC in the sixties.

It was initially mooted as a parachute-dropped utility vehicle for the British Army, but this notion failed at the first hurdle when they rejected it due to its low ground clearance.

It was then decided that it would make an excellent tool for farmers and as a light commercial vehicle. This was partially scuppered yet again when it was rated as a passenger car and therefore subject to Purchase Tax.

It did, however, gain a strong following and became a cult classic after featuring in the TV series ‘The Prisoner’ and found its true role as a fun beach car at which it excelled.

As a testament to its fundamental toughness and reliability, in 1977 a 1,275cc Cooper S-engined Moke came 35th in the London to Sydney rally, covering a grueling 18,600 miles in 30 days.

Original Mokes were produced at BMC’s Longbridge plant between 1964 and 1968. After this period, more modern Makes have been produced in Australia and Portugal. But this is 1 of the few original Modes existing.

ABOUT THIS SPECIFIC EXAMPLE

When driving this Austin Mini Moke, the responses of the people around are fantastic. It seems as everybody becomes a classic car enthusiast as many people show their enthusiasm about the car. This is not strange because the looks are so fabulous.

The Moke presents very freshly. The paint is beautifully finished and the front window is in a perfect condition.

All rubbers are nice and not dried out as is often the case with the Mokes due to the sun.

The hood seems to be original but also in a very nice condition.

The Moke underwent a very serious restoration and therefore the condition of the car is extremely nice.

CONDITION INTERIOR

The interior is superb. Presented in green which is the original color. But more important, the seats are completely correct and in a very nice condition.

The body parts which can be seen in the interior are all in a perfect condition without scratches or damages.

DRIVING EXPERIENCE

There is something very special about driving a Moke, something that makes it hard not to smile.

It is a casual, rudimentary car that is perfect for taking the family to the beach and then going to a very chic Restaurant/Club in the evening, where it looks perfectly well among the Rolls-Royces and Ferraris.

The car’s handling is as sharp as a Mini and the ride is very nice considering the light weight.

The gear change is a little uncertain, but you very soon get used to it.

The Moke is surprisingly capable, the front-wheel drive giving superb traction and with its ultra-sharp steering the Moke is great fun to pilot whether you’re on the road or off it, just like a Mini!

From a practical standpoint, wet weather protection is minimal.

The Moke is presented in exceptional looking and driving condition, looking just like it did on leaving the factory in 1968.

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