Highlights

Only 21,750 miles from new
A highly original example
Comprehensive service history with up-to-date records
MOT valid until April 2025

The Appeal

After four decades in production, a very good innings indeed, the original Mini was set to be replaced by an all-new namesake devised by BMW. Rover was keen for the little car to go out on a high, so ramped up the number of special editions and optional extras available during the last years of production.

This 2000 Rover Mini Cooper comes equipped with the Sports Pack, an options package that originally cost an additional £800. Sports Pack features included Minilites, colour-coded wheel-arch extensions, spot lamps, chrome tailpipe finisher, Koni shocks, additional instruments and an uprated rear subframe. The vendor also notes this car's driver-side airbag, side impact beams, alarm and immobiliser

With just 21,750 miles indicated and supported by the known history, this is surely one of the most well-preserved and original examples you're likely to come across. The MOT runs until April 2025, so it's ready to enjoy.

The History and Paperwork

Six former registered keepers
Last service and MOT conducted on 17 April 2024
MOT valid until 16th April 2025
Comes with a folder containing previous invoices and MOT certificates
Includes original owner's handbook, keys, and remote locking fob
Purchased by the vendor from Paul Higgs Cars on 11 October 2019
Garaged throughout current ownership

The Condition

The body is reportedly in good order with sympathetic repairs carried out as needed
New stainless steel rear bumper
Repair to nearside sill and rear subframe mounting
The vendor informs us that the car retains original paint
Lightly patinated in places commensurate with age, but eminently presentable overall
Original Sports Pack Minilite alloy wheels in good condition
Spot and fog lights are reportedly fully functional
Well-presented, untouched full black leather interior with cream piping - another period optional extra
Very clean inside with good carpets
Kenwood stereo with hands-free mobile phone connection
Original walnut dash with some signs of age visible

The Mechanics

1.3-litre (1,275cc) MPi A Series l4
Four-speed manual gearbox
Maniflow Centre Exit Exhaust with Twin Box and Straight Tailpipes
Taller gearing for long-distance cruising as standard for MPi models
The vendor notes that it starts first time, every time
Slight play in nearside and offside wheel bearings
We're informed that the Mini drives and handles very well with a strong, smooth engine and a positive, precise gear change

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