1982 Austin Metro (Mk1, red, classic)

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Updated 3 November 2026

Make: Austin
Model: Metro
Variant: Mk1
Year: 1982
Decade: 1980s
Colour: Red
Engine: 998cc petrol
Gearbox: Manual
Steering: Right-hand drive
Location: Ely, Cambridgeshire
Types: Classic Hatchback

A 1982 Austin Mini Metro Mk1 base model in red, 998cc petrol, manual gearbox, right-hand drive. Period British School of Motoring (BSM) driving-school livery — available with or without the BSM decals and roof sign. The owner reports it is an excellent example of an early-1980s Mk1 Mini Metro base model. Available for film, TV, commercials and photoshoots. Based in Ely, Cambridgeshire.

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Can I hire this 1982 Austin Metro in red for filming?

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