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The mk 1 cooper stype as bmc initially termed it, was announced in april 1963 with an engine size of 1071cc. Whether it was the story of your very first vehicle or you are simply a diehard classic ford car fanatic, you can enjoy the glory days all over again with your own mk1 escort. It is the rarer basic model with no interior light, no rear pocket lights, fixed rear windows and a recirculating heater. Classic mini chassisvin and commission numbers, part i revised back classic mini chassisvin and commission numbers, part i revised sale items. The ultimate mini restoration manual restoration manuals.
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