Only 33 x 1968 Austin Cooper S Minis on the DVLA database
Genuine Cooper S with matching numbers
Major refurbishment work carried out
Original UK RHD example with Heritage certificate
Professionally reconditioned engine and gearbox
The Appeal
A high-octane, high-performance iteration of the legendary Austin Mini - prepared by the legendary Cooper Works. It's fair to say that there are few cars with such effortless fun behind the wheel. Nimble, low-to-the-asphalt speeds will quickly transport any driver to the glory days of Monte Carlo - or have them feeling every bit the Michael Caine on the road.
This 1968 Mk2 example is one of only 33 known to be on the DVLA's database: an authentic, matching-numbers example that's backed by its heritage certificate. The car's keepers - both past and present - have clearly recognised just what a special example it is, too. This is a car in fine order, ready and waiting for its next buyer.
Over the past few years, the original engine and gearbox have been professionally reconditioned, and the car has undergone significant mechanical and cosmetic work. Presented in a period-accurate Tartan Red with a black roof and a highly original cabin, this lovely little car is every bit as sporting and stylish as it was leaving the factory more than fifty years ago.
History and Paperwork
Heritage certificate verifies this car as an original UK RHD example built on 27th May 1968 and despatched to the original supplying dealer on 29th May 1968
5 previous registered keepers
In current ownership since July 2023
Fully restored by a previous owner
One of only 33 x 1968 Austin Cooper S Minis on the DVLA database
Currently indicates 70,174 miles on a five-figure odometer
The vendor believes this is an authentic mileage
According to the car's MOT history, it's covered less than 3,000 miles in 12 years
Valid, advisory-free MOT until November 2024
The Condition
Very attractive Tartan Red bodywork with a Black roof
Everything appears in good order, with little to no signs of use
Chrome details, additional brightwork, and external trim pieces all look in good order
Minilite wheels look in fine order
The underside is also in body colour and in very good condition
Sump guard fitted from new
Reclining seats in very good condition with no rips or tears
Door cards in good order
Carpets and headlining appear clean
Dashboard in good condition
Fitted with a Smiths rev counter mounted on the steering column
The Mechanics
1,293cc A-Series I4 powerplant
Manual transmission with 4 gears
Original engine and gearbox were professionally reconditioned and have covered approximately 1,500 miles
Engine was bored out to 1,293cc during reconditioning
Gearbox has straight cut gears on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd gears and an LSD is fitted
New brake drums, shoes, handbrake levers, head gasket replaced, water pump and hoses during current ownership
Other work includes new wiper boxes, wiper motor overhaul, and a new heater matrix
Recent oil and filter change
Recently tuned
Carburettors overhauled by a local classic car specialist
The vendor reports that it drives and handles very well with the unmistakable Mini exhaust note present and correct
We've no reports of any mechanical issues
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