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1997 Rover Mini Cooper 'Backdate'
Lot Number: 198
1997 Rover Mini Cooper 'Backdate'
A well-restored, later Rover Mini Cooper presented in the style of a classic '66 Cooper S.
- Sold for: £9,225
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 9th December, 2023 at 11.45am GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Almond Green -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
HSR 91D
SUMMARY
A well-restored, later Rover Mini Cooper presented in the style of a classic '66 Cooper S.
DESCRIPTION
- Around £10,000 has been invested in 'back dating' this 1997 Mini Cooper to offer modern Rover mechanicals with all the charm and charisma of a mid-sixties 1275S
- Rebuilt utilising a new 'Heritage' front end including the grille and bumpers, the windscreen panel and period rear quarters, all strengthened where required
- Well finished in Almond Green with an Old English White roof and incorporating many period-correct styling cues including, Group 2 'Works' arches covering a set of 6x10" Minilites wrapped in Falcon FK07E rubber, a dummy tank and filler (the 1275S often had twin tanks), leather bonnet straps, streamlined door mirrors, a period Lucas rear lamp, PECO-style big bore exhaust, an early British Vita rear window sticker and finally a 1966 registration number
- The very smart grey leather interior remains essentially standard with some extra gauges
- Mechanical modifications include an upgraded ECU, Stage 2 polished head with 1.5-1 high-lift roller rockers, a stainless exhaust, Cooper S discs and Minifin rear drums
- This is a well-sorted package combining the comfort, reliability and affordability of a late-nineties car with the looks and excitement of the legendary mid-sixties1275S rally cars and seems very sensibly guided
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 198
- Make
- ROVER
- Model
- MINI COOPER
- Variant
- Saloon
- Registration Number
- HSR 91D
- Chassis Number
- SAXXNNAZEBD137797
- Engine Number
- 12A2LK70346114
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Almond Green
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- simon@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACTSCORE:
102 / 135
Exterior
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Remarks
Minor micro blistering on the roof., other than that very good
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Vehicle History
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
Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 10th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 11th December between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 11th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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