1978 Austin

Z CARS YAMAHA 1000 R1

$42,000 or
$497/month
Based on 20% down over 96 months
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Description

LOCATION: 55010 Lucca, Italy

VINTAGE CAR COLLECTOR
vintagecarcollector.com

I am a private collector and one of the largest classic car wholesalers in the country with an endless passion for classic cars and trucks.
We update our collection very often, and right now, we are liquidating some of our collection with the lowest prices out there to make room for new arrivals.
We sell nationwide and worldwide and have vehicles all over the country with clean titles.
We sell worldwide and can help with nationwide and international shipping!

CALL OR TEXT TOM: 747-600-2212

1978 AUSTIN Z CARS YAMAHA 1000 R1

CLEAN TITLE
MILEAGE: 932
ENGINE: YAMAHA 1000 R1
TRANSMISSION: 6-SPEED MANUAL
DRIVETRAIN: FWD
EXTERIOR COLOR: ORANGE
INTERIOR COLOR: CUSTOM

FEATURES AND UPGRADES

BODY:

All-Steel Body Construction
Z-Car Conversion Kit No. 105 with Wheel Arch Miles Custom Coding
Special Plastic Windows (except front windshield)
F1-Style Front Mirror Intake System
Custom Boot lid for Ventilation
Customized Rear Left Side Window for Additional Cooling
Handmade Aluminum Interior Rear Wheel Arches

INTERIOR:

Polyester Racing Seats with 4-Point Harnesses
DRIFT Iridium Series Fuel Gauge, Water Temperature Gauge, Speedometer, and Tachometer
Custom Special Dash
Rear Compartment Fully Covered with Custom-Made Aluminum Panels
Integrated Air Intake System within Rear Panels
MPI Column Drive with Steering Wheel (with Airbag)
Entire Cabin Soundproofed with Dynamat for Noise and Vibration Control

SUSPENSION & BRAKES:

Fully Adjustable Front and Rear Suspension
Rear Coilovers
Front Ventilated 4-Piston Disc Brakes with Period Correct Mini Servo System
Rear Disc Brakes Sourced from Ford (Z-Machine Kit) with Integrated Handbrake

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION:

2003 Yamaha R1 1000cc Fuel-Injected Motorcycle Engine
6-Speed Sequential Gearbox
Electric Reversing System by Z-Cars
Complete Akrapovič Exhaust System
Adjustable Slipper Differential for Improved Traction and Handling

WHEELS & TIRES:

4x Luminescence Alloy Wheels (7x13)
Fitted with 175-Width 048 Tires

OTHER FEATURES:

Last Inspection Completed in November 2024
Handcrafted Build with Extreme Attention to Weight, Handling, and Power-to-Weight Ratio

CONDITION

This 1978 Austin Mini, professionally converted by Z Cars, is a one-of-a-kind high-performance street and track machine. With just 932 miles on the build, it features an extreme performance setup powered by a Yamaha R1 1000cc engine mated to a 6-speed gearbox and electric reverse system. The full aluminum interior, advanced braking and suspension systems, custom fabricated body details, and professional soundproofing make this Mini-R1 a thrilling and comfortable experience. A truly rare opportunity for enthusiasts seeking the ultimate lightweight performer with insane power-to-weight characteristics.

HERE IS YOUR CHANCE TO OWN A RARE, STREET-READY YAMAHA R1-POWERED MINI — PROFESSIONALLY BUILT FOR SERIOUS DRIVING ENTHUSIASTS!

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Specifications

Stock #
4983
Miles
932
Location
Lucca, Italy
Engine
Yamaha 1000 R1
Transmission
MANUAL

Testimonials

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