The Mini 1275 GT was a sporting version of the Mini introduced in 1969, conceived primarily to replace the 998 cc Cooper, although it coexisted for a time with the MkIII Cooper S, which continued in production until mid-1971. It featured Clubman-style bodywork and a 1275 cc engine derived from the Cooper S, though detuned and fitted with a single carburettor, making it more affordable and easier to maintain, albeit significantly less powerful. Produced until 1980 with over 110,000 units built, the 1275 GT was eventually replaced by the Austin Metro. In 1973, Estanislao Reverter and Antonio Freire entered the Monte Carlo Rally in a BMC Mini 1275 GT, but were unable to finish after the Le Burzet stage (SS4) was blocked by severe weather. Rather than finding an alternative route, the organisers eliminated over 100 cars that had been left stranded. Fábrica de Juguetes reproduced this car in their model reference A10193S300.