Highlights
- Low mileage of under 75,000 miles
- Factory standard car in silver with black leather
- In the same family for 18 years
- Only four registered keepers from new
- Recently replaced battery
- MOT valid to November 2026
The Appeal
The R52 was a truly clever reboot of the original Mini and the first version to feature a proper factory convertible. This low mileage Cooper has been in the same family for 18 years and is in usefully factory-correct trim with no known modifications.
The condition inside and out is very presentable. There are a few wear points to note, but nothing that couldn’t either be lived with or improved if the buyer felt it necessary. That impression is reinforced by the lengthy MOT that contains only minor advisories.
The vendor says:
“I’ve had this Mini Cooper in the family for 18 years, and it’s been a joy to own. It’s perfect for quick trips around London, easy to park, comfy, and always fun to drive. It’s also handled the occasional run to the coast without a fuss. Reliable, nippy, and full of character - it’s been a great little car.”
History and Paperwork
- First registered 5th October 2004
- Three registered keepers
- Current keeper since October 2022
- In the same family for 18 years
- Acquired by the seller’s father from BMW Stevenage
- Well-maintained with a regular MOT history, we are told
- The vendor reports the car has been very well maintained throughout its life
- MOT runs to 10th November 2026 with advisories for brake pads
The Condition
- Factory standard car in silver metallic with generally well-kept paintwork
- There are a few scrapes and scratches present on the front and back bumpers
- Black folding fabric roof in fair condition as shown
- Rubber seal around the convertible roof shows some cracking
- Eight spoke factory alloys in fair condition with some age to note
- Dark blue leather interior with sports front seats
- Front seats show bolster wear and some marks to the rear seat squab as shown
- Interior trim is factory standard, including radio, but with some deterioration to note
- The end cap on the handbrake tends to come loose
- No structural advisories on MOT
The Mechanics
- 1,598cc 115bhp Cooper specification 4cyl fuel injected engine
- 6spd manual gearbox
- Battery has been recently replaced
- Vendor reports that everything "runs well"
- The vendor describes the car as reliable and "nippy"
- We are told that the car has been well-maintained
- Advisories for brake pads on MOT
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