13th May, 2023 13:00
An Auction of Classic and Performance Cars and Motorcycles
2000 Rover Mini Cooper Sport
Registration - W209 OBX
Chassis No, - SAXXNNAYCYD181791
M.O.T. - September 2023
Odometer - 102,000
Well, just take a look at this little beauty. It’s a Japanese specification Cooper that was imported to the UK in 2015, since when it’s had just two keepers. Its Old English White over British Racing Green paintwork is teamed with white-piped black interior trim, and the car rides on extra wide gold-centred 13-inch Superlight alloy wheels shod with Nankang tyres. In recent times it has been cavity waxed for added protection, the original grille changed for one of wavy pattern and the number of spotlights reduced from four to two. The vendor volunteers that the change between first and second gears can be a little problematic and will need looking at some stage. The Mini is now offered complete with centrally-mounted performance exhaust, Speedwell racing filler cap, air conditioning, Alpine radio/CD player, Flashpower woodrim steering wheel, the original handbooks, spare keys, a box full of receipts, and a current MOT valid to September 1. The odometer currently registers 102,000 kilometres (63,380 miles).
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:
- An extremely attractive example imported from Japan, 2015
- includes air/con, wide-rim Superlight alloys, radio/CD
- Gearbox will require some attention sometime in the future
'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 £9,225
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - W209 OBX
Chassis No, - SAXXNNAYCYD181791
M.O.T. - September 2023
Odometer - 102,000
Well, just take a look at this little beauty. It’s a Japanese specification Cooper that was imported to the UK in 2015, since when it’s had just two keepers. Its Old English White over British Racing Green paintwork is teamed with white-piped black interior trim, and the car rides on extra wide gold-centred 13-inch Superlight alloy wheels shod with Nankang tyres. In recent times it has been cavity waxed for added protection, the original grille changed for one of wavy pattern and the number of spotlights reduced from four to two. The vendor volunteers that the change between first and second gears can be a little problematic and will need looking at some stage. The Mini is now offered complete with centrally-mounted performance exhaust, Speedwell racing filler cap, air conditioning, Alpine radio/CD player, Flashpower woodrim steering wheel, the original handbooks, spare keys, a box full of receipts, and a current MOT valid to September 1. The odometer currently registers 102,000 kilometres (63,380 miles).
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:
- An extremely attractive example imported from Japan, 2015
- includes air/con, wide-rim Superlight alloys, radio/CD
- Gearbox will require some attention sometime in the future
'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: An Auction of Classic and Performance Cars and Motorcycles, 13th May, 2023
Our May 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).
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 12th May 2pm - 7pm
Saturday 13th May 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.
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