Austin Zeven Super de Luxe

The Mini. A car that has sentimental value for (almost) everyone. Together with a few other icons (Mercedes G-Class, VW Beetle, Peugeot 504 etc.) it is the longest produced car (1959-2000). This is because the model and design were groundbreaking. It was the first car that focused on creating maximum space within MINImum dimensions. But who are the founders of this icon?

In the late fifties, British Motor Corporation (BMC) had the vision that the market needed a new car. A car that offers a lot of space, without being large in size. With this mission, Alec Issigonis, founder of the Morris Minor, was appointed in 1957 to come up with a prototype for this with an existing BMC engine.

In 1958, BMC was informed by Alec Issigonis that the prototype was ready. BMC was very impressed with the prototype because of the combination of speed and road holding. Because both brands wanted to release this prototype, both brands made their own production version. The Austin Seven and the Morris Mini Minor. It was exactly the same car with two differences; the brand name and birthplace. The Austins were born in Longbridge and the Morriss in Cowley.

Our Austin Seven Super De Luxe is an original Dutch delivered car with only one owner. The Seven is in real top condition and with its kilometers, history and included roof rack is an absolute collector's item!