not allowed access to Ebay at work..:disapprove: however what I would say very much echo's Smurfs sentiments.

A mini is a very indiviual car (classic or new) and what you think is "classic" may not be what some else thinks.

Rust is your biggest worry, make sure you check all the usual places (take a screwdriver for poking about..) If your unsure, take a classic owner with you and they will no doubt keep you right (as they will most probably have spent money on the common problems..)

I may know of a car for sale in a few months....

whatever car you go for, remember you will have to spend money maintaining it... and probably a lot more than you first think, even if the car is in fantastic nick..