1974 Morris Mini Cooper
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Highlights
- Impressive Pamplona-built left-hand drive example
- Rare example with six-dial dashboard display
- Fully restored with only 5,354 miles done post-restoration
The Appeal
There’s simply no mistaking the legendary squat proportions, friendly face and distinct patter of the Mini Cooper - perhaps one of the world’s most iconic cars, these little motors still turn heads wherever they go, and in mainland Europe have become something of a novelty.
This example was restored in 2020, and has since done only 5,354 miles - it appears to have been a very thorough job, with the interior, exterior and engine all getting plenty of attention. The result is a beautifully kept but reassuringly original example of a rare Spanish Cooper.
The History and Paperwork
- Built in 1974 in Pamplona, Spain
- Registered by current owner in 2016
- Restored throughout 2020
- Valid ITV until August 2023
- Indicates 5,354 miles - the odometer was reset during restoration
- Displayed at the Classic Madrid Fair in February 2023
- Paperwork file includes:
- Registration paperwork
- ITV record
- Madrid Registration Certificate
The Interior
- Fully restored black interior in great condition
- The vendor reports that all interior components are original
- Rare six-dial Dashboard array in very good order with no faults we can highlight
- Dashboard is free of chips and cracks and is fronted by a Leyland-branded steering wheel
- Part fabric seats are in good order with no rips and tears
- Some staining visible on the front passenger seat
- Door cards are clean and near-flawlessly presented with no issues
- Carpets and headlining in excellent order with only light wear in the footwells
The Exterior
- Excellent exterior in Lime Green and Black
- Small dent in the front-left wing
- No areas of paint loss or corrosion we can highlight
- Some light blemishes around the arches
- Subject to extensive repair, restoration and treatment in 2020
- Chromework and branding present very nicely
- Original black grille in good condition with Cooper branding
- Glasswork and lenses are in good order with no chips or cracks
- Car is sitting on well-presented Leyland-branded wheels
- Tyres in good order
- Arches are in excellent condition
- Underneath, the car looks remarkable with zero faults we can spot
The Mechanics
- Engine bay is in superb condition with only light signs of wear
- Car is carrying the 1275cc A-Series engine
- 4-speed manual gearbox
- Car is in excellent working order with no faults reported by the vendor
- We’ve received no reports of leaks, bangs, knocks or smoke from the engine
- The car carries a valid ITV until August 2023
Summary
A simply remarkable restoration, this Mini is amongst one of the best examples we’ve seen of the 70s European models. With its attractive green paintwork and its rare six-dial dashboard, this is an absolutely superb prospect for even the pickiest enthusiast.
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