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MINI Cooper S John Cooper Works

2003 · 82,523 miles · Manual · Grey

£4,995

Listed today at Autofficina, Epsom. Last checked today.

Key facts

Year: 2003
Mileage: 82,523 miles
Gearbox: Manual
Engine: 1.6-litre supercharged four-cylinder
Fuel: Petrol
Drive: FWD
Body: Hatchback
Colour: Grey
Generation: R53

About this car

This is a 2003 R53-generation Mini Cooper S fitted with the John Cooper Works tuning kit, which lifts output over the standard supercharged 1.6-litre car. The R53 is well regarded for its supercharger whine, quick steering and manual gearbox, and it remains one of the more affordable ways into the early BMW-era Mini hot hatch.

It is finished in metallic grey with white bonnet stripes and a white roof, and sits on Minilite-style alloys with Pirelli P Zero tyres. Inside is a two-tone navy interior with part-leather seats. Listed equipment includes the chill pack, multifunction steering wheel, interior light pack and a full panoramic sunroof.

The odometer reads 82,523 miles. The dealer describes the car as well maintained and in great condition, and says it is available to view at its Epsom showroom. No registration or ownership history is given on the page.

Written by Vertar from Autofficina’s listing. Check the details with the dealer before you buy.

Performance

The maker’s official figures for this model, not measurements of this car (200 bhp from memory of John Cooper Works/MINI UK figures for the 2003 kit, not checked; weight, top speed and 0-60 left null because I'm not sure of the published figures.).

Power: 200 bhp
Engine: 1,598 cc, 4 cylinders
Engine position: Front-engined
Induction: Supercharged