11th Mar, 2023 13:00
March 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1997 Rover Mini Cooper
Registration - R440 SJF
Chassis No. - SAXXNNAZEBD137474
M.O.T. - June 2023
Odometer - 47,926
It is hard not to smile at the sight of a classic Mini, and ‘R440 SJF’ has all the appropriate ingredients. Its white over orange paintwork is complemented by white bonnet stripes and mirror backs, plus tidy, period-correct Minilite-style alloy wheels shod with recently-added Sailwin Polaris tyres. It retains its original pair of auxiliary driving lights and the black and grey interior trim appears to be equally original. Now in its 26th year, and with an indicated 47,926 miles behind it, the little Rover has recently had £3,500 invested in a new alternator, auxiliary drive belt, pair of rear dampers, replacement front discs and pads, plus a full service and the aforementioned tyres. The bodywork does show a few signs of corrosion, as do the headlamp bezels, while the rear bumper is dented and the finish of the wooden facia has deteriorated with time, but there is plenty of affordable fun on offer here. The Mini comes complete with JVC radio/CD player and a current MOT valid until June 7.
The Mini’s association with the Cooper Car Company of F1 fame was formed in 1961, and for the next 10 years or so all performance versions of the little car bore the Cooper badge. Their place in history was sealed with outright victory in the Monte Carlo rallies of 1964, 1965, 1966 (from which the team was subsequently erroneously disqualified) and 1967. Many other rally and race successes were accrued before the relationship was shelved in the early 1970s. But you can’t keep a good name down, and it reappeared under Rover’s control almost 20 years later. The initial offering was actually a touch slower than the best of the ‘60s cars, but proved sufficiently popular that, from 1992, the Cooper Minis were fitted with a punchier, fuel-injected version of the 1275cc engine more worthy of the badge.
In summary:
- A seemingly honest example currently displaying 47,926 miles
- Has recently benefited from £3,500-worth of parts and service
- Comes complete with JVC radio/CD and MOT to June
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold for £2,588
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - R440 SJF
Chassis No. - SAXXNNAZEBD137474
M.O.T. - June 2023
Odometer - 47,926
It is hard not to smile at the sight of a classic Mini, and ‘R440 SJF’ has all the appropriate ingredients. Its white over orange paintwork is complemented by white bonnet stripes and mirror backs, plus tidy, period-correct Minilite-style alloy wheels shod with recently-added Sailwin Polaris tyres. It retains its original pair of auxiliary driving lights and the black and grey interior trim appears to be equally original. Now in its 26th year, and with an indicated 47,926 miles behind it, the little Rover has recently had £3,500 invested in a new alternator, auxiliary drive belt, pair of rear dampers, replacement front discs and pads, plus a full service and the aforementioned tyres. The bodywork does show a few signs of corrosion, as do the headlamp bezels, while the rear bumper is dented and the finish of the wooden facia has deteriorated with time, but there is plenty of affordable fun on offer here. The Mini comes complete with JVC radio/CD player and a current MOT valid until June 7.
The Mini’s association with the Cooper Car Company of F1 fame was formed in 1961, and for the next 10 years or so all performance versions of the little car bore the Cooper badge. Their place in history was sealed with outright victory in the Monte Carlo rallies of 1964, 1965, 1966 (from which the team was subsequently erroneously disqualified) and 1967. Many other rally and race successes were accrued before the relationship was shelved in the early 1970s. But you can’t keep a good name down, and it reappeared under Rover’s control almost 20 years later. The initial offering was actually a touch slower than the best of the ‘60s cars, but proved sufficiently popular that, from 1992, the Cooper Minis were fitted with a punchier, fuel-injected version of the 1275cc engine more worthy of the badge.
In summary:
- A seemingly honest example currently displaying 47,926 miles
- Has recently benefited from £3,500-worth of parts and service
- Comes complete with JVC radio/CD and MOT to June
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: March 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 11th Mar, 2023
Our March auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes will take place at Mavericks in Holywell, North Wales (half an hour’s drive from Chester). Mavericks, 8 Moyston Road Business Park, Llannerch-y-Môr, Holywell, CH8 9DQ
There will be free parking for auction attendees.
Entries are now being invited, and sellers will benefit from Hampson’s unique offering of zero sellers commission for physical auctions, meaning that vendors keep 100% of the hammer price achieved for their vehicles.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling one of the Hampson Auctions team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Friday 10th March 2pm - 7pm
Saturday 11th March 9am - 1pm
Fill in the form below and one of our team will get in touch with a no-obligation valuation. We will also take you through the consignment and valuation process, to enable you to make an informed decision.
If you prefer to contact us directly please call 01606 828 124 or email info@hampsonauctions.com
