Highlights
- Tahiti Blue with Sport Pack specification
- Stored in a dry garage and covered with a breathable cover
- No advisories on last MOT, valid until July 2026
- Extensive recent mechanical work completed
The Appeal
Here we have the final evolution of the classic Mini, a 1998 Rover Mini Cooper Sport Pack offering enhanced performance and distinctive styling over the standard models. This variant is highly sought after for its iconic wide-body styling and modern updates, which include multi-point fuel injection, airbags, and an immobiliser.
Having been in the current ownership since 2016, this Cooper has been well cared for, stored in a dry garage environment and protected with an indoor breathable cover. With a comprehensive list of recent mechanical work and solid, original bodywork, this represents an opportunity to acquire a late-model classic Mini that's mechanically sound and ready to be enjoyed or further refined. Complete with an advisory-free MOT, this car is ready to meet its next custodian.
Having been in the current ownership since 2016, this Cooper has been well cared for, stored in a dry garage environment and protected with an indoor breathable cover. With a comprehensive list of recent mechanical work and solid, original bodywork, this represents an opportunity to acquire a late-model classic Mini that's mechanically sound and ready to be enjoyed or further refined. Complete with an advisory-free MOT, this car is ready to meet its next custodian.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1998 and has had eight former registered keepers
- In current ownership since 24th March 2016
- Always stored in a dry garage environment and covered with an indoor breathable cover
- MOT valid until July 2026 with no advisories
- The only service history book available is from the present owner
- 99,344 miles indicated
Recent work completed:
- Replaced radiator expansion tank
- Replaced temperature switch
- Replaced coolant radiator switch
- Replaced engine mounts
- Replaced upper engine dog mount
- Replaced spark plugs
- Replaced fuel filter
- Replaced air filter
- Replaced oil filter and engine oil
- Added new deionised coolant with long-life anti-freeze
- New exhaust
- New wipers
- Cleaned and adjusted brakes and parking brakes
The Condition
- presentable example with age-commensurate wear/deterioration
- Front part of the car (front right, front left wings and front bonnet) has a different blue colour shade
- Mainly slight surface rust and blemishes as shown in the photographs
- Entire body and underside "does not need any welding", the vendor says
- No MOT advisories for structural issues
- Front and rear sub-frames appear in very good order
- "No previous welding patches anywhere in the car", the vendor informs us
- Hole in front passenger seat and driver seat where the leather has deteriorated
- Slight wear on steering wheel covering
The Mechanics
- 1275cc A Series engine
- Four-speed manual transmission
- The vendor informs us that it is "fast and nippy"
- Small, compact and fun to drive
- No MOT advisories
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