Morris Cooper S Mk1 1071cc

A 1964 Morris Cooper S Mk1 that, according to its heritage certificate, left the factory as a right-hand drive home market car in Almond Green with a white roof, the colour scheme it wears today. The 1071cc Cooper S is one of the most sought-after early versions of the Mini and a cornerstone of its competition reputation.

Although recorded as a 1071cc car, it now runs a gas-flowed 1293cc Swiftune engine built on an original thin-flange Cooper S block. It has a rally camshaft, twin H4 SU carburettors and a long centre branch exhaust manifold, and is quoted at about 95bhp. The B-type four-speed gearbox is paired with a limited-slip differential and competition driveshafts.

The original bodyshell was rebuilt and painted by Mini Machine using replica panels, with strengthened crossmembers and cage mounting points. A removable Safety Devices roll cage, new wiring loom, high-output alternator, heated front and rear screens and a dural sump guard are fitted. Recent work by a local Mini specialist covered CV boots, brake cylinders, a new battery and a rolling road tune. Mileage is not stated.