Description
1971 British Leyland Mini Cooper S
Rarest "Cooper S" Variant
One of 1, 572 original Mini Cooper S MK3s built
Rebuilt during the previous owners 16 year possession
Believed to still retain the genuine Cooper S shell
Hydrolastic suspension
130mph speedometer
Twin fuel tanks including the original Cooper "S" vent pipe tabs
Twin carburettors
Front disc brakes
Brake booster
History file
Tudor Webasto sunroof
Historic Vehicle - MOT, Tax and ULEZ Exempt
Condition:
This particular Mini Cooper S, we understand, left the factory during the final month of Cooper S production, and the registration document indicates that it had four owners between December 1976 and 1987. Its fourth owner was Jeremy Lloyd, the well-known comic actor and scriptwriter of such TV comedy classics as Are You Being Served? and ’Allo ’Allo!, not to mention Captain Beaky.
The engine underwent a historic rebuild by Cranbourne Mini Cooper legend and Downtown Engineering engineer Steve Harris; however, the refurbishment work came to a halt when the owner was posted overseas. The rest of the car subsequently remained somewhat neglected over the years, ultimately proving a perfect candidate for the previous owner to acquire in a cosmetically tatty state and put their own stamp on it. Originally finished in cream, the previous owner chose to have the car resprayed following the rebuild in the far more vibrant Blaze Red.
The paintwork and body have held up reasonably well since the rebuild, although there are some cosmetic imperfections, including dents, scratches, and areas of cracking. The interior is generally a pleasant place to be; however, the driver’s seat does have some rips, and the backrest appears to be a slightly different shade.
The vehicle has been in storage for a few years and, although it appears to start easily, move, and stop, it is being sold as requiring recommissioning before regular use.
As with all of our vehicles, we have not carried out a full mechanical inspection, and the vehicle is therefore being sold strictly in accordance with our Terms and Conditions below.
Please note: we do not have access to ramps so we are unable to provide comments or photographs of the underside of any vehicle — but viewings are always welcome.
We invite any serious potential buyer to contact us to arrange a viewing.
We Buy Classic Vehicles
We purchase our vehicles directly from private owners who contact us to arrange a sale - we do not buy vehicles from auction or on the open market.
Transportation
We have access to a third-party transportation company who can supply prices for transport (approximately £1. 85 per mile with a minimum fee of £150).
Terms and Conditions
Due to the very nature of older vehicles and their vulnerability to long-term storage, all our cars are sold as unroadworthy and should not be driven on the public highway until fixed and made roadworthy (whether showing a current MOT certificate or not).
You accept and understand that using this vehicle on the roads in GB would be unlawful in its current condition, and that it will not be used on the roads in GB until it has been put into a lawful condition.
For the reasons mentioned above, all vehicles bought must be trailered away. We can assist all buyers with this request via a very well-trusted third-party company we use on a regular basis.
All vehicles remain the property of the seller until paid for in full.
Storage
Any vehicles purchased from us are eligible for 7 days free storage, additional storage is charged at a rate of £25 per day.
Returns Policy
All vehicles bought from a distance from any trade seller will qualify for a 14-day cancellation policy. All vehicles will be classed as trade sales unless clearly stated within the description above. From the total reimbursement amount will be deducted the £500 non-refundable holding deposit (to cover reasonably incurred costs and losses) and furthermore, a reasonable figure for any diminishment in the value. The buyer is responsible for the return cost and all damage whilst in their possession.
If the sale is concluded on our premises, then the 14-day cancellation policy does not apply.
If you have any queries on any of the above, please feel free to contact us via any means to clarify our position.
