1970 MORRIS MINI COOPER S - BRITISH RACING GREEN / WHITE ROOF - 21,908 MILES - RALLY-THEMED DRIVER, LUCAS LAMPS, MINILITE ALLOYS, WALNUT DASH
1970 Morris Mini Cooper S. Front wheel drive. 1.3L Petrol A-Series engine. 4-Speed Manual. Indicating 21,908 miles. 4 seats. No write-off history disclosed.
Description
The Morris Mini Cooper S is one of those cars that never needs an introduction. This 1970 example in deep British Racing Green with a white roof and centre bonnet stripe is the full deal visually, the rally livery that won Monte Carlos, the look that launched a thousand posters. And in the flesh under Lloyds' auction lights, it absolutely delivers. The paint has real depth and gloss, the panel gaps are honest and even, and every piece of chrome trim from the front grille surrounds through to the rear bumper overriders is present and accounted for. No filler ripples, no rust bubbling, no excuses. It presents as either a high-quality original or a sympathetic respray done right.
The period accessories on this car are spot-on and add genuine value. Four Lucas Q driving and fog lamps with mesh stone guards on the front bumper, Minilite-style alloy wheels all round, a walnut veneer dashboard with auxiliary gauges, an aftermarket leather-rimmed three-spoke steering wheel, and a wooden gear knob. None of this is forced or out of place. It all reads exactly as a period rally-inspired road car should, the kind of thing previous owners added thoughtfully over years of enjoying the car. The single interior photo shows seats in very good condition, the dash looking clean and purposeful. A note: no engine bay photos are included in this listing, which is a gap worth filling before you bid. The 1275cc twin-carb engine is the whole story with a Cooper S and buyers will want to see it. Contact the auctioneer to arrange a live video inspection.
On the odometer, 21,908 miles is indicated. Given these cars only had 5-digit instruments, that almost certainly reflects more than one trip around the clock, so don't buy it as a genuine low-mileage example without documentation to back it up. The listing also notes drive type as rear-wheel drive, which is incorrect. The Mini Cooper S is front-wheel drive. Buyers should note this is an auction listing with no statutory warranty and no cooling off period. That said, what you see here is a well-presented, rally-themed driver that is ready to use and would turn heads at any club meet or classic event. A genuine Cooper S in BRG is exactly what collectors are chasing right now.
Features
* British Racing Green with white roof and white centre bonnet racing stripe
* Four Lucas Q driving/fog lamps with mesh stone guards, bumper-mounted
* Minilite-style 10-inch alloy wheels all round
* Aftermarket walnut veneer dashboard with auxiliary gauges
* Leather-rimmed three-spoke aftermarket steering wheel (Mountney style)
* Wooden/brass period gear knob
* Black vinyl interior with ribbed seat pattern, good condition
* Rally/club stickers on rear quarter windows
* Correct Morris Cooper S badging front and rear
* Chrome waist trim, door hinges and bumper overriders all present
Condition Notes
* Odometer indicates 21,908 miles on a 5-digit instrument, mileage likely not genuine, verify with history if this matters to you
* No engine bay photos provided in this listing, inspect or request video before bidding
* Alloy wheels show light oxidation, could benefit from a clean-up
* Steering wheel leather shows light wear at the 9 and 3 positions, consistent with use
* Mini subframes, floor pans, and inner sills are notorious rust areas and cannot be assessed from photos alone, a physical inspection is strongly recommended
* Drive type listed as rear-wheel drive in specs is incorrect, Minis are front-wheel drive
Specifications
Year: 1970
Make/Model: Morris Mini Cooper S
Body: 2-Door Sedan
Engine: 1.3L Petrol (A-Series 1275cc)
Transmission: 4-Speed Manual
Drive: Front Wheel Drive
Odometer: Indicating 21,908 Miles
Colour: British Racing Green / White Roof
Seats: 4
Chassis No: YG252107
Engine No: 9FXEY55559
(Key #C15)
Lloyds stock #585128+1
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Location of item: 18 Paradise Road, Acacia Ridge, QLD, Australia
** This vendor is not registered for GST - therefore GST is not applicable on this asset **
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As with all vehicles sold in the Classic Car Division, they have been well looked after by their previous owners. This is an Auction Sale. This asset is sold under standard auction conditions, as is, where is. High volumes of incoming product prevent our team from being able to inspect all items individually. All photos, descriptions, odometer readings, hour readings, engine specifications and any condition reports should be used as a guide only and have been compiled after speaking with the owners. To find out more about this lot or to book a live video inspection please contact the Auctioneer Contact which can be found on the Auction Details page. There is no statutory warranty & no cooling off period.
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