Highlights
- One of the initial 830 Checkmate editions released by BMW in 2005
- Brand new MOT until November 2026 - advisory free
- Purchased brand new from Sycamores BMW in October 2005
- Very low mileage weekend car
- Garaged from new
- Original stainless steel exhaust still fitted
- Air Conditioning service and check carried out at Sytner Mini 30th October
The Appeal
Take a Mini Cooper S, with its supercharged powerplant, punchy performance and charismatic, character styling - and then give it a signature checkerboard trim, just like some of the special editions of its Issigonis-penned predecessor. The result is pure magic - a modern classic in every form of the word.
Purchased brand new from Sycamores BMW and used only as a weekend car, this Cooper S Checkmate has been meticulously maintained and garaged throughout its life, explaining its remarkably low mileage. The Space Blue metallic livery is matched with a contrasting silver roof and emblazoned with its signature chess board motif, while the striking interior is in fine order.
History and Paperwork
- Purchased brand new from Sycamores BMW in October 2005
- Number 1 of the initial 830 Checkmate editions released by BMW that year
- Some service history available from early ownership period when car was garaged and not used regularly
- Later service history shows detailed and meticulous maintenance when due
- Used as a weekend car, explaining low mileage
- Receipts and paperwork available
- Garaged from new
- No damage or accident repair
The Condition
- Space Blue metallic paint with contrasting silver roof and graphics
- Brand new MOT until November 2026 - advisory free
- Small mark on rear bumper due to bird mess, can be polished out
- Factory standard in every way except for tyres
- Original run-flat tyres were changed to Hankook tyres
- Underneath is in very good order
- Some surface corrosion on part of subframe
- Striking contrasting interior
- Interior is in very good order
- The vendor reports that driver's seat, steering wheel, door cards and Cooper S sill flashes are in perfect condition
- Air conditioning needs recharging
The Mechanics
- 1.6-litre supercharged 4-cylinder engine
- 6-speed manual gearbox
- Engine bay looks in good order
- Original stainless steel exhaust still fitted
- The vendor reports that it's fast, responsive and still running well
- Air Conditioning service and check just carried out at Sytner Mini in Cardiff on 30th October
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