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1961 Mini Cooper (S-spec)

1961 Mini Cooper (S-spec)-Sold

Lot Number: 518

1961 Mini Cooper (S-spec)

Fully restored early Cooper powered by the desirable 1071S...

 

Delivered new in 1961 to Peter Swatman, Managing Director of SU Carburetors

In 1965, the 997cc Cooper engine was exchanged for a 1071S and the car upgraded to 'S'-spec

Re-shelled in 1967 and used continuously until the mid-80s before being retired

Fully documented and photographed bare-shell rebuild (2009-2010) by Peter Farrington

Tartan Red with a black roof retaining the original red and silver Brocade trim

Good history file with invoices, restoration details, and provenance dating back to mid-60s

Charismatic early Cooper with only two owners in the logbook. Fresh MOT prior to auction

 

  • Sold for: £20,535

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 3rd August, 2019 at 12.00am BST at

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    RED

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    928EOP

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    58959 Miles

SUMMARY

Fully restored early Cooper powered by the desirable 1071S...

 

Delivered new in 1961 to Peter Swatman, Managing Director of SU Carburetors

In 1965, the 997cc Cooper engine was exchanged for a 1071S and the car upgraded to 'S'-spec

Re-shelled in 1967 and used continuously until the mid-80s before being retired

Fully documented and photographed bare-shell rebuild (2009-2010) by Peter Farrington

Tartan Red with a black roof retaining the original red and silver Brocade trim

Good history file with invoices, restoration details, and provenance dating back to mid-60s

Charismatic early Cooper with only two owners in the logbook. Fresh MOT prior to auction

 

DESCRIPTION

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
518
Make
MINI
Model
COOPER (MODIFIED TO €˜S' SPECIFICATION)
Registration Number
928EOP
MOT Expiry
09/06/2020
Chassis Number
KA2S4181487
Engine Number
9F-SA-H 19373
Transmission
manual
Body Colour
RED

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CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.

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About the Seller Rating

A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

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