2000 Rover Mini John Cooper LE 40
Highlights
- Highly desirable edition, celebrating the anniversary of Cooper's victory in the F1 World Championships
- The most expensive Mini ever sold from factory
- One of only 301 manufactured
- Only 49,278 miles on the clock
- Valid, advisory-free MOT until April 2025
The Appeal
In 1999 and 2000, Rover - always eager to get a new Limited Edition out of the door - decided to celebrate John Cooper's Formula One World Championship in 1959 and 1960. The resulting car is amongst the most desirable limited editions that the diminutive little Mini ever boasted - so exclusive, in fact, that it was officially registered as a 'John Cooper LE 40' as opposed to a Mini at all.
Only 301 of these smart examples were built, each carrying Brooklands Green with a Grenadine Red leather interior, John Cooper signature badges and Sportspack detailing. It was an incredibly handsome assembly, so perhaps little wonder that it was the most expensive Factory-Standard Mini ever built. Nowadays, they're amongst the most clamoured for editions in the car's history.
This fine example was acquired by the current owner in 2018, and after only some light repairs has spent much of its time in a dry, well-kept garage. It's rare we see one of the John Cooper LE 40s come to market - so if you're a Mini aficionado (and who isn't?), you don't want to miss out!
The History and Paperwork
- First registered in 2000
- One of only 301 built
- The DVLA records 6 former keepers
- In current ownership since 2018
- The vendor believes the 49,278 miles on the clock is accurate
- Stored in a dry, heated garage
- Valid, advisory-free MOT until April 2025
- Complete with handbooks, manuals and V5C document
The Condition
- Beautifully presented in Brooklands Green
- Corrosion on the sills and boot were repaired circa 2018
- Some gentle wear to the paintwork
- Some blistering towards the lower doors and on the pillars
- All chrome trims present nicely with only gentle signs of use
- Sportspack alloys look in good order
- We understand the chassis to be solid with gentle surface corrosion
- Internally, the car carries Grenadine Red upholstery
- The seats carry gentle wear and cracking
- However, we can't spot any substantial rips or tears
- Dashboard is clean and well-presented
- Specially-crested dials are clear and legible
- We've not been informed of any issues inside the cabin
The Mechanics
- Powered by the 1275cc A-Series four-cylinder engine
- 4-speed manual transmission
- Engine bay carries light wear
- Battery has been recently replaced
- The car is reportedly in excellent mechanical order
- We've no reports of any faults, leaks, knocks, bangs or smoke
- The vendor notes that the car "is engaging and fun, with every corner a joy"
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Vehicle specification
- Year 2000
- Make Rover
- Model Mini
- Colour Green
- Odometer 49,278 Miles
- Engine size 1275
Listing Details
- Seller type Private
- Town Princes Gardens
- Location London
- Country United Kingdom
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