Highlights
- Rare early supercharged Mini Cooper S
- Supercharged with stage 1 kit installed for enhanced performance
- Recently treated to corrosion repairs and paint touch ups
- MOT valid until 17 February 2026
- ULEZ exempt
- Currently on Classic insurance
The Appeal
The modern, BMW-built Mini may not be quite as compact as the classic car that it inspired, but it did a fabulous job of modernising that winning formula. Now, after nearly 25 years, they're beginning to settle comfortably into their own classic status, and have never been more desirable - after all, later cars just seem to have gotten bigger and bigger, and arguably lost the spirit.
This Mini Cooper S is a great prospect, then. Carrying the earlier, supercharged engine - with a stage 1 tuning kit - it's every bit the frenetic little hot-hatch you'd expect, and has recently undergone some remedial work to leave it sitting at its best. This fabulous future classic is ready and waiting to go.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered in 2004
- The DVLA records 8 former keepers
- In current ownership since 2024
- Regularly driven from Wales to London and back
- Successfully completed a trip to the south of France and back last summer
- A list of mechanical issues typical for a 20-year-old car was addressed
- MOT valid until 17 February 2026
- Indicates 118,518 miles
The Condition
- Recently underwent corrosion repairs and repaints
- A few stone chips on the bonnet, though far from intrusive
- Front fog lights need bulb replacement
- Some wheels have scratches from curbing
- Rear subframe has surface corrosion - this has been thoroughly inspected and is reportedly only surface level
- Sunroof requires a new part, currently being sourced
- Leather seats in very good condition
- Interior functions as expected
The Mechanics
- 1.6-litre supercharged four-cylinder engine
- 6-speed manual transmission
- Engine bay is in good order
- Engine runs smoothly and quietly
- All mechanical issues have been fixed
- Stage 1 kit installed for extra power
- The vendor notes that the car is properly sorted and ready to drive
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