This rare and highly bespoke 1988 Austin Rover Mini Moke. Manufactured during the Moke's celebrated production era in Portugal, this specific right-hand-drive is reputed to be one of just six examples heavily customized by the Supplying Authorized Austin Rover dealer, Blandy Brothers of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Built specifically to the tailored desires of its very first owner—the holiday enterprise Casa Dromedario of Lanzarote—the vehicle moves entirely away from the agricultural, utilitarian roots of standard Mokes to offer an elevated, resort-ready lifestyle cruiser.
Setting it far apart from factory specifications, the exterior features an upgraded heavy-duty white roll cage, distinctive matching front bull bars, exceptional faux-wood side panels that instantly evoke a nautical, retro-cool aesthetic. The theme continues with distinct multi-spoke alloy wheels .The open-air cabin has been fully optimized for comfort, sporting upgraded, high-backed front bucket seats trimmed in striking black-and-white stripes instead of the standard low-backed vinyl benches. The car comes complete with a full, removable black vinyl weather canopy and side screens, ensuring practical open-top versatility or protection from the elements at a moment's notice.
The Mini Moke boasts an extensive history file detailing a fascinating life across Europe. In 1997, it was imported back from Gran Canaria to Germany by its first owner to be used at his other hotel enterprise. Original paperwork and the German log book from this period are preserved in the file, alongside documents showing its time spent inside a private collection at a German Schloss.
The vehicle was subsequently exported to the United Kingdom in 2001, backed by the German export paperwork and the corresponding registration documents from the DVLA. Upon arrival in the UK in 2001, the car showed just 9,071 kilometres. A complete run of all old MOTs dating from 2001 to the present day tracks its mileage carefully, showing that this beautifully curated vehicle has covered just 3,500 kilometres in the last 25 years, bringing the highly credible total to an incredibly low 12,000 kilometres from new.
Further validating its provenance, copies of old UK log books confirm an excellent ownership history, which includes a first UK owner of 14 years and a second UK owner of 9 years. The paperwork is beautifully rounded out by an original sales catalogue, proudly stamped by the supplying dealer.
Powered by the robust and easily maintained 998cc A-series engine paired with a 4-speed manual gearbox, it provides a mechanically sound, incredibly charming, and instantly recognizable driving experience. Whether destined for sunny coastal lanes, island beach excursions, or a standout spot within an eclectic automotive collection, this beautifully presented, low-mileage Portuguese Moke is an outstanding piece of individualistic motoring history
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