Austin Mini ‘Cooper S’ Replica

They said it would never sell …

THE MODEL

• The original Mini was produced from 1959-2000, with a variety of engines and body types along the way.
• The Mk III Mini, produced between 1969-1967, featured a number of mechanical and design improvements over its predecessor, including a new winding window mechanism and internally hung doors.
• The Mk III Mini, of which ours is one, was produced between 1969-1976. As with most Mini’s there weren’t any huge changes, however sliding windows had been replaced with winding ones, and the door hinges had gone from externally hung, to internally hung.
• The Mk III’s engine was the popular 998cc inline-4 unit with a single SU carburettor, producing 39bhp in standard factory tune.
• Drive was delivered through a 4-speed manual transmission, and stopping was achieved by drum brakes all-round, surrounded by 10″ wheels.

THIS CAR

• This particular car began its life in Ireland, and was purchased by its current UK owner in the spring of 2016.
• Upon purchasing the car, the Mini was brought over and officially registered in the UK, with a plan to overhaul the car into a fully rally prepared machine.
• The original shell was replaced with a Cooper S shell, and like wise with the engine, which was replaced with a 1275cc A-Plus unit.
• The engine and gearbox were completely stripped and rebuilt by Maulden Garage.
• Other adaptations and modifications include:
  • FIA approved Battery
  • FIA Master Cut Off Switch
  • Roll Cage
  • Mechanical Fire Extinguisher System
  • Brantz International Pro 2
  • Spot Lights
  • Sump Guard
  • Please see vehicle documents for full listing of works/modifications..
• The result of the current owner’s project is an incredibly well sorted Mini Cooper S Replica, having had great success on the Historic Rally circuit, finishing 2nd in class at both the Three Castles and The Hero challenge in March 2020.
• It’s also been entered into many other Hero events and is a well known car within the rally community.