Mini cars for sale in Castro Valley, California

Mini : Cooper 1967 classic mini cooper mk 1 morris like austin

$25,000

Castro Valley, California

This is a genuine Mk1 1967 Morris Mini Cooper 998cc (not an S). During production Mini's were built under two names: Morris or Austin, both essentially the same car although the Morris seems to be a little rarer. This particular car is a right hand drive UK import brought over decades ago by a US service member, it ended up in the San Francisco Bay Area which is where I found it. Since then it has undergone a complete "frame off" restoration over the past year. Being an original MK1 it was a very complete car, but suffered from the wet British weather. The car was completely stripped, blasted and epoxy primed, panels that were too rusted were repaired with metalwork or replaced with new ones. The sub-frames and running gear were also blasted and powder coated. The car was then repainted in original Almond Green with and Old English White roof. Although this Mini Cooper is not an 'S' model, it does have some nice period features, including: twin tanks with the right hand tank being a "Serck" brand dealer option from the 60's, 4.5' Cooper S vented wheels, and a 12 row oil cooler. It also still sits on its original hydrolastic suspension which works great, although with the added upgrades of competition bump stops and front Spax shocks, just like the works rally cars did. The Engine is the original Cooper 998 unit with twin SU carbs, it was refreshed and given all new seals and gaskets and runs great with no leaks. The interior is original green and grey and in nice condition, and has brand new Newton Commercial carpet. All the gauges and switches work fine, with the addition of a period Smiths tachometer. Some minor issues: Some of the chrome has dings and pitting, i think it adds to the character but would be easy to replace. The interior door cards are original but have some stains and small tears, again an easy replacement if so desired. Mk1 Coopers are becoming scarce and most have been snatched up and taken to Japan, the ones that show up for sale are often missing parts or not true MK1's. This is a rare chance to grab a very complete MK1 Mini Cooper while prices are low but continue to rise. Feel free to ask questions or arrange a local visit. Also for sale locally and I reserve the right to end the auction earlyAll bids are final and no refunds or returnsGood Luck!