Highlights
- In current ownership for 18 years
- Engine rebuilt in 2014 with genuine John Cooper S conversion
- Original bill of sale included
- Will be accompanied by a fresh MOT
- Maintained by a renowned Mini specialist
The Appeal
The Mini Cooper 35 was a limited edition model produced to celebrate 35 years of the iconic Mini Cooper in 1996, and has become one of the most iconic of all of the seemingly countless special editions of Issigonis' classic city car. This particular example was enhanced with a genuine John Cooper S conversion in 2014, transforming its performance while maintaining that ever-iconic perky character that the Mini Cooper is known for.
Having been in the current ownership for 18 years, this 1996 Rover Mini Cooper 35LE has clearly been a much-loved car. It's benefited nicely from a strict programme of professional maintenance by a well-known Mini restorer, with recent work including a new boot floor and rear panel. The engine rebuild and S conversion in 2014 have improved performance, with specialists Hampswaite Minis commenting on its impressive speed "for what's essentially a standard engine."
Complete with original documentation ,including the bill of sale, this handsome little car will tick plenty of boxes for the lucky new owner.
Complete with original documentation ,including the bill of sale, this handsome little car will tick plenty of boxes for the lucky new owner.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in the UK on 1st August 1996
- 3 former registered keepers with the current owner since 11th July 2007
- Original bill of sale included
- Extensive paperwork and receipts from a renowned Mini restorer
- Serviced in 2022 by Hampswaite Minis
- Currently without MOT but the vendor states it will be sold with a fresh MOT certificate
- Circa 88,000 miles on the clock
The Condition
- Handsome Almond Green and White livery
- Bodywork is clean and nicely-presented
- Recent work includes new boot floor and rear panel
- Upgraded from original 12" wheels to 10" rose petal wheels|
- The vendor notes that it's now a much better ride thanks to this change
- Only gentle signs of wear, none overly intrusive
- Fitted with numerous Cooper accessories
- Original components including steering wheel and gear knob included
- Wood cappings in good order
- Instruments clean and legible
- Seats free of rips and tears
The Mechanics
- 1275cc A-series 4-cylinder engine
- 4-speed manual transmission
- Engine bay is in fine order
- Genuine John Cooper S conversion and engine rebuilt in 2014
- The vendor states that specialists described it as "quick for what's essentially a standard engine"
- Serviced in 2022 with little mileage covered since
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