Austin Mini 1971 - MK III

This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2025 on Sunday the 9th of November, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT. , First registered on 01/07/1971, this is an original UK-supplied Mini Cooper S 1275, indicating 68,348 miles, with six years current ownership and seven former keepers,The rare Mk3 Cooper S retained Hydrolastic suspension, and this example still runs on it, sitting on correct steel Cooper S wheels fitted with Yokohama tyres, all in good condition,The matching-numbers engine and gearbox were fully reconditioned by Mini Sport in 2020, with very little mileage covered since; it pulls well and shifts smoothly through the gears,The mechanical specification includes twin carburettors, the original airbox, three-branch manifold and a full Maniflow centre-exit exhaust for the proper Cooper S soundtrack,Presents well with a pleasing patina; the car has had some paintwork over the years, including a recent driver’s door skin replacement to a high standard,Retains many original interior features, believed to include carpets, headlining and seats, and is supplied with the original door cards,Desirable details include twin fuel tanks, Cooper S spare wheel, jack, wheel brace, spare keys, and original items such as the blue bonnet badge and accelerator pedal rubber,Accompanied by a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate, invoices for works and parts, and remains MOT and tax exempt as a historic vehicle,