Introduction
Alan Stuart
Although a safe investment due to being a genuine 'S', this Cooper's fun factor is a better reason to buy one.
The Mini needs no introduction, there is no other car that symbolises so much to so many people. The Cooper models of the Mini were the result of a collaboration between racing car builder John Cooper and the Mini’s creator Alec Issigonis. The first models were launched in 1961, with the S versions fitted with the iconic 1275cc engine arriving three years later. As the Coopers sporting reputation cemented the car's place in history, a reworking of the original Cooper S was released in 1967, featuring all-round improvements including a redesigned grille and upgraded interior yet retains some of the original design features such as external door hinges and sliding front windows.
Despite the Mini’s ubiquitous nature, the Cooper S MKII was a comparatively low volume model, with just 6,300 cars built of which 1479 were for the home market. With a racing-tuned engine, twin SU carburettors, a closer-ratio gearbox and front disc brakes, as well as triple Monte Carlo rally wins, the S models became something of a holy grail for Mini collectors.
According to its accompanying British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate, the chassis number corresponds with a build date of 9th April 1969 and is documented as RHD UK market Austin Mini Cooper S MK II. It was despatched and registered two weeks later to Charles Clark & Co of Wolverhampton, who was known to have been one of the longest-serving BMC/BL dealers in the country. It was sold to a John Hughes, who kept the car for 8 years. The second owner then took guardian of the Cooper S and retained it for almost 34 years. The current owner took the Cooper S under his wing in 2015 and carried out a partial restoration to the sum of 8K while retaining much of its originality and spec.
This auction listing was written from information supplied by Alan after meeting Ian the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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Morning Ian is there anything imminent that needs addressing I know it’s not a trailer queen but buying blind , for me is always a risk sorry to be a pain regards Rory
No I understand entirely. The car runs fine for the very limited mileage that I’ve done but, if I was keeping the car, then I’d get a rolling road tuning session booked in, someone like BD Enginnering as an example. Anything else would be a matter of personal choice. I’ve never been happy with the fit of the bonnet – it’s a repo part and I would try and source a used Mk.II bonnet and fit that up onto the car. Hope this helps. Regards, Ian.
hi – is this the same car?
https://car-from-uk.com/sale.php?id=24539&country=uk#ask
Yes, I believe the photos were taken sometime prior to 2015.
Is that correct this is same car
Yes that is correct.
Hi Ian
I would like to see the car before bidding. Is that going to be possible? I live in Southsea so I am not to far from you in Chichester.
Please let me know
marktrapani@hotmail.com
Hi Mark, please give us a call on 01926 426 635 to arrange. Thanks, Kulraj – Trade Classics
Does the car drive through the gears as it should please
Yes it does. Thanks for the interest.
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Morning Ian has it had a engine rebuild at any stage. I would presume so and have you got any evidence of work done. No big deal but just a thought cheers
Hello Rory, I can’t say with any certainty but there is no evidence of an engine rebuild in paperwork that I have with the car. I can say that the previous owner had the engine out, new core plugs were fitted, receipt for new clutch plate and other items and also new carbs fitted in 2015. Hope this helps.
has it still got hydrolastic suspension
No converted to dry.
Hi how original is the Cooper S
Thanks
Sean
Very. Original shell except parts replaced as detailed in the description. Believed to be original engie and gearbox. Mostly original interior but recent new carpet set.
Vehicle Location
Chichester, West Sussex
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