Highlights

Less than 19,000 miles from new
One of the last built
Rare Tahiti Blue with Silver stripes
Converted to 90bhp model by Cooper Works
Serviced at 18,000 miles
MOT to December 2024

The Appeal

Few names stir the motoring soul quite like ‘Mini’ and ‘Cooper.’ John C’s inspired makeover released the inner go-kart of Issigonis’ city car and created a legend.

The final cars stayed true to the principle, but even in 2000 there was still space for the John Cooper Garage to add its own magic in the form of the 90bhp Cooper Works S package.

This rare Tahiti Blue Cooper - just 600 are believed to have been built - is not just one of the last built, but also has been treated to that tasty 90bhp Cooper Works package. But then, if you’ve checked the photos and seen the number plate, you probably already knew that.

It has covered a minuscule 18,875 miles in its 24 years and is in good overall condition. It was last serviced less than 1,000 miles ago and there is a long MOT. There are a few areas for the buyer to consider but nothing that stops this car being immediately ready to use and enjoy.

The vendor tells us:

“At petrol forecourts, strangers come to talk to you about their mini experiences and to admire the car at close quarters. It turns heads as you drive down local roads, with adults reminiscing to their children.”

The History and Paperwork

First registered in the UK 29th September 2000
One of the last cars built before production ended on 4th October 2000
Six registered keepers
Current keeper since January 2022
Acquired by current keeper as a shared project to enjoy with his son
Documented mileage of 18,875 miles confirmed by service records, MOT history and vendor
Stamped service book with two stamps at 1,000 miles and 6,000 miles
Receipt for service work at 18,000 miles according to seller
Original factory handbook
Believed to have ben converted to 90bhp Cooper Works S specification by John Cooper Garage with plaque in car to confirm this upgrade
MOT to December 2025

The Condition

Smart and rare Tahiti Blue paintwork with silver stripes in good overall condition
Some marks and points to note in photos as shown
Bodywork in fair condition with some deterioration to note in photos
This includes door sills, door bottoms, rear window and battery cavity
Silver roof to match bonnet stripes and door mirrors
Cooper Sport body kit with wide arches and wider alloy wheels
Fitted with Yokohama tyres appearing to be in good condition two of which have travelled less than 300 miles
Underside has advisories for structure on current MOT but passed test
Well kept interior with silver and black fabric seats and matching dashboard
Interior is generally well kept with some aging to note as shown
This includes area of detachment to headlining that requires repair
We understand that the electrics and switchgear are fully working
Brand new all weather cover and a bespoke carcoon also included

The Mechanics

1,275cc fuel injected 4cyl Mini engine
4spd manual gearbox
Low documented mileage of under 19,000 miles
Serviced at 18,000 miles
No reported running or driving issues
Minor advisories to note on MOT for running gear

The vendor tells us:

It is amazing to drive. With the upgrade in power, a throaty roar to the engine and the go kart handling, it cannot fail to make you smile. Roundabouts and country lanes are joyous experiences.”

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