Highlights
- Completely original condition
- Reported exceptionally low mileage due to long-term storage
- Two owners from brand new
The Appeal
The fun-sized iconic classic that really needs no introduction, the Cooper is a bookmark in automotive history thanks to its useful versatility as well as the unmatched go-kart-like handling that it provided. To this day - they remain some of the funnest cars you’re able to get your hands on, and what colour better to have it in than its iconic tartan red with white stripes?
This particular example was purchased brand new by the previous owner, originally buying the car for his wife who used it sparingly, keeping it stowed away in a dry garage whenever it was not in use. In 2006 she acquired the newer shape and the charming little Cooper S sat unused until the current custodian decided to stick an MOT on it just a couple of months ago and enjoy it like it’s meant to be!
The History and Paperwork
- Originally registered on the 6th of March 1991
- Only two owners from brand new
- Garage kept for the vast majority of its life
- Government test valid until 28th of October 2024
- Matching numbers example
- Vehicle purchased from brand new by the previous owner
- Used sparingly over the years until 2006
- Stored and unused from 2006 until 2022
- Recently recommissioned for road use by the current keeper
- As charming as ever with faint hints of patina
The Interior
- All original condition
- Spare wheel and toolkit present
- Cloth patterned seats remain in fantastic condition thanks to little use
- Steering wheel wonderfully presented with a very gentle patina
- Door cards all in lovely shape
- Dashboard wooden veneer well maintained with no obvious damage
- Speedometer surrounds have some light signs of age
- Carpets in nice condition with little signs of use
- Radio is present however reportedly not working
- Other functional controls appear to be operational as expected
- Foot pedals showing some light patina
- Headlining and sun visors in well kept condition
- Window hinges operational with some patina on the metal
The Exterior
- Charming Tartan Red paintwork
- Black roof and mirrors from the factory
- White bonnet stripes and “Mini Cooper” side decals all present
- Complete original bodywork and paint - a true untouched example
- GB wing badges remain in place
- Gentle patina throughout adding volumes of character
- Wheels all appear to be in good condition
- Brightwork in admirable condition showing good signs of maintenance and care, just some light pitting in the front grill
- Front and rear badging all in place but showing signs of age as you would expect
- Headlights and tail lights in good condition with no signs of damage
- Rubber window seals all appear to be in great health
The Mechanics
- 1275cc, four cylinder engine
- Manual transmission
- Front wheel-drive configuration
- Brand new alternator fitted recently
- Iconic central exit exhaust
- Excellent mechanical health
- Vehicle underbody appears to be in fantastic condition for its age and originality
- Steering tight and precise
- Brakes work well and do not pull to either side
- Superb drivability and versatility
Summary
This really is a little gem of a Mini, any original Cooper is a hard find, but even more so with extremely low miles, and in the best colour available too! Whether you’re looking for a great little runner for kicking around the town in, or something to leave you giggling as you throw it around the back roads. This is the one to have!
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