1968 Austin Mini Cooper 1275cc

Highlights

• Restored between 2011 and 2015 by the previous owner
• Reportedly serviced and recommissioned in early 2025 following approximately 10 years in storage
• 1,275cc A+ engine with Cooper S pistons, ported head, and Piper fast road camshaft
• New rear Sub frame
• Vendor notes it has a documentation file including refurbishment notes and engineer's report

The Appeal

The Austin Mini Cooper needs little introduction, and this 1968 example offers a compelling blend of original character and thoughtful mechanical upgrades suited to modern driving. Said to have been restored by the previous owner between 2011 and 2015, the car spent approximately a decade in storage before being purchased by the current owner in early 2025, at which point it was reportedly serviced and recommissioned.

Beneath the bonnet sits a refurbished 1,275cc A+ engine in place of the original 998cc unit, featuring Cooper S pistons, a ported cylinder head, and a Piper fast road camshaft, while the front brakes have been upgraded to Cooper S specification and the final drive ratio changed to 3.2. The Snowberry paintwork presents well, the chromework looks tidy, and the interior retains its vinyl seats, headlining, and black carpet set. The vendor notes a file of refurbishment notes and an engineer's report accompany the sale.

Key Information

• Mileage: 91,533 miles (indicated)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
• Technical specs: 1,275cc four-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual
• Paperwork: V5C, engineer's report, and refurbishment notes reportedly included

The Detail

• Serviced and recommissioned upon purchase in February 2025, including oil and filter change, antifreeze flush and change, and brakes and suspension inspection, we are told
• 1,275cc A+ engine fitted in place of the original 998cc unit; vendor notes an engineer's report is included for logbook update
• Engine modifications include Cooper S pistons on standard bore, reconditioned and ported cylinder head, Piper fast road camshaft, new timing chain, new alternator, new fuel pump, 3-branch heat-wrapped exhaust manifold, and new clutch
• Final drive upgraded to 3.2 ratio
• Front brakes upgraded to Cooper S specification; brake pipes and flexis replaced
• New fuel tank and fuel lines fitted, we are told
• Hydrolastic suspension replaced with rubber alternative; the vendor states the running gear is in good condition
• The vendor states the gearbox is quiet and the engine runs well
• Snowberry paintwork described by the vendor as being in very good condition; black roof believed to be original paint
• Underneath and wheel arches treated with clear wax oil
• Original vinyl seats described by the vendor as very tidy; clean headlining and black carpet set
• The vendor describes the vehicle as solid

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