Chris Rea is flogging his classic, electric Mini for £35,000.
The 73-year-old singer has only owned it for just under two years.
The tiny hatchback can only do 92mph and has a range of just 110 miles before it needs charging.
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Rea – famed for his 1986 festive hit Driving Home for Christmas – is donating the money from the sale to domestic abuse charity Refuge.
The battery of the 1989 Rover Mini Thirty Electric Heritage Recharged has the lyrics to his iconic song plastered on it.
The vehicle was commissioned specifically for the rock legend by BMW-Mini.
The car manufacturers ran an advertising campaign in 2021 based around the song and its back story.
It encouraged Mini drivers across the world to produce their own ‘Driving Home for Christmas’ videos.
To thank Chris for his contribution, BMW-Mini commissioned ‘Mini Sport & Recharged Heritage’ to locate a suitable ‘classic’ Mini and work their magic.
They converted and future-proofed a 1989 Mini Thirty to full electric power.
The motor – given to him in February 2023 – goes under the hammer on 22 February, as reported by Luxury Auto News.
Chris Rea said: “I’m incredibly proud to see this Mini, which holds such personal significance, being auctioned for such a vital cause.
“Driving Home for Christmas has always been a special song for me, and to know that the proceeds from this car will go towards supporting those affected by domestic abuse gives it even more meaning.
“It’s a privilege to be part of this collaboration with Refuge, and I hope it helps raise both awareness and much-needed funds for the charity’s life-changing work.”
Iconic Auctioneers is holding the auction in Coventry.
Abigail Ampofo, Interim Chief Executive of Refuge, said: “Chris Rea’s generous donation, alongside the support of Iconic Auctioneers, is a truly heartwarming gesture.
“That will make a significant impact in helping us continue our vital work to provide life-saving support to those experiencing domestic abuse.
“The lucky buyer will not only be purchasing a beautiful and unique car, but they will also be offering hope to the thousands of women and children we support every day, through our emergency accommodation, community services and National Domestic Abuse Helpline.
“We’re incredibly excited to see how well the auction goes and hope that people are encouraged to dig deep for this important cause.”
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