Highlights

Low mileage pocket rocket in high specification
Handsome R56-generation Cooper S in one of the best colours
Immaculate ‘Web-spoke’ split-rim alloy wheels
ULEZ compliant

The Appeal

MINI's track record in the car world (old and new) continues to prevail as one of the most respected and iconic brands of all time. After the instant success of the R53, a cleaner looking R56 quickly followed after launch in 2007. Lighter and now turbo-charged, it catapulted the car in terms of performance producing 175hp, maintaining all of the thrills, personality and excitement connected to this legendary motoring brand.

This car is the one to have - the Cooper S - in great condition with low mileage. It has clearly been looked after by its handful of keepers and comes equipped with the reassurance of MOT to December with no advisories. Entertaining, modern hot hatches don't get much better than this.

History & Paperwork

Supplied new by BMW Mini Park Lane, London. May 2007
First UK registered 31st May 2007
3 former registered keepers
MOT'd until 21st December 2024 with no advisories
Original leather Mini wallet houses servicing book and owners guides
4 x entries in service booklet + 7 additional later service invoices
Consistent tidy MOT history
Two factory-issued keys included
ULEZ compliant

The Condition

Very good two-tone ‘Laser Blue’ metallic paintwork with contrasting white roof and door mirror caps
Specified with large panoramic glass roof
The paintwork shines brightly and presents very nicely
A few light scuffs and stone chips primarily at bumper edges and driver door edge
One front arch has a small paint chip and a scratch near o/s headlamp
Bright tail lights and chromed details - no tarnishing
Black full leather sports seats remain very comfortable and are free from meaningful fade and wear
Very good multi-function leather steering wheel
Both front fogs work but the silvering in one has powdered
Rubber lip edge at base of windscreen corners has some perishing
The dials and instruments are crystal clear and show no warning signs when switched on
Very smart cabin all carpets and door cards in excellent condition
Jack & Wrench present in the boot compartment, along with Locking Nut
Plastics and rubber trims all appear in fine order
Driver kick plate has faded. Passenger kick plate looks very good
Stunning 17-inch ‘Web-spoke’ split-rim alloy wheels are pristine
All tyres look to be in good order with plenty of even tread

The Mechanics

Nippy turbo-charged 1,598cc ‘N18’ inline-four engine
Manufacturer claimed 175 bhp
Front wheel drive, 6-speed manual transmission
Starts on the key and quickly settles into an even idle
Pleasing exhaust note from the central twin exit pipes
Reported as driving very well
The engine bay looks clean and tidy with no apparent modifications

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