1965 Morris Mini Mk1 Cooper S 1275

Highlights

• In current ownership for approximately five years, always dry-garage stored
• Engine stripped and rebuilt with all gaskets and seals replaced
• Full external re-spray in Hopkirk Monte Carlo rally livery
• Interior refreshed with new door cards and Newton Commercial carpets

The Appeal

The Mini is one of the most revered little city cars in history - but how do you take it to the track? John Cooper works knew of Issigonis's love of the rally and, after some work, managed to convinced him to enter performance territory with an eager, nimble 1275cc - the Mini Cooper S. It swiftly became a real giant killer in motorsport, most famously winning the '64 Monte Carlo Rally with Paddy Hopkirk.
Of course, this fine example is built to emulate exactly that competition-winning colour scheme and spec, which has been a real labour of love. The car's spec is impressive, with a Downtown tuned/prepared 1275 cc engine, twin set of TAG Heuer Trackmate stopwatches, a spot light on the roof and more.

This 1965 example is reported by the vendor to be a genuine Mk1 Morris Cooper S. It has been in the current owner's care for approximately five years, during which time it has benefited from considerable mechanical and cosmetic attention. It's a very impressive little competition machine that's bound to impress its lucky new keeper.

Key Information

• Mileage: 99,500 miles (indicated)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
• Technical specs: Downtuned 1,275cc A-series four-cylinder petrol, 4-speed manual
• Paperwork: Invoices for rebuild included as well as heritage certificate

The Detail

• Engine stripped with all gaskets and seals replaced
• Carburettors overhauled using genuine SU kits
• Engine fully serviced
• Rebuilt to Rally B Spec earlier in the car's life, including:
  • Downtown tuned/prepared 1275 cc engine
  • Twin set of TAG Heuer Trackmate stopwatches
  • Smiths instrumentation
  • Spot light on the roof
  • Halda Twinmaster trip computer
  • Two Sparco Pro 2000 FIA Seats race/rally seats with harness seatbelts
  • Twin fuel tanks
  • Full roll cage.
• Presented in red with an Old English White roof
• New golden brocade door cards fitted
• New carpet supplied by Newton Commercial
• Always stored in a dry garage during current ownership
• We're told that the car is driving as it should

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