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£174,225 (Est: £137,248 - £188,716)
1988 De Tomaso Pantera GT5S
France • 15 Mar 2026 • Lot 8
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a highly original Mk I Mini Cooper S development car with outstanding provenance, closely associated with Downton Engineering and owned by the renowned automotive photographer Bernard Cahier. While it may not have directly competed in the Targa Florio, it retains intriguing details and is preserved in notably authentic condition.
Condition
7
The car is described as being in authentic condition with some original features and modifications related to its competition-oriented past. However, there are also mentions of wear, such as the US-market stickers and traces of original paintwork beneath the current finish, suggesting that it is not in pristine condition and requires some minor reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
C-A2S7L-384241-
Odometer:
10,182 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
German titleChassis No C-A2S7L-384241- One of the 1,071 cc Cooper S development cars from Downtown Engineering
- Used by Bernard Cahier, one of the most renowned automotive photographers
- Acquired directly from Henri Cahier by its current owner in 2013
- No reserve
Bernard Cahier took part in the 1962 Targa Florio at the wheel of an Austin Cooper Mk I, a development car that formed part of the programme which would ultimately give birth to the Cooper S.
The car was entered by Downton Engineering, the renowned British specialist responsible for the competition development of the Austin Mini.
Although Cahier was forced to retire in the 1962 edition of the Sicilian classic, he returned the following year and finished 25th overall in 1963.
After this appearance, the car was returned to Downton Engineering.
Subsequently, Cahier was entrusted with another identical 1963 Austin Cooper S, supplied by Downton as a “permanent loan”.
In 1974, he imported this car into France via the Annecy...
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£63,069
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£170,060
Median Price (Since 2020)
£276,320
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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