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Downton-Modified, 1,380cc-Powered 1966 Austin Mini Cooper S
United States • 12 Jun 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1966 Austin Mini Cooper S is a unique, left-hand-drive example featuring a Downton Engineering modification and a larger 1,380cc engine. It comes with extensive period documentation and period-correct upgrades, though some minor cosmetic and functional wear is present.
Condition
7
The car has been repainted and modified with a larger engine and upgraded suspension. While it has many desirable features and documentation, there are minor noted issues such as deteriorated window felts, a loose grille slat, a dent in a bumper, and difficulty sliding side windows, which indicate it's in very good condition requiring minor reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
CA2S7L821011
Odometer:
10,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
TMU 1,380cc Minicomp Inline Four Single SU Carburetor Four-Speed Manual Transaxle Left-Hand Drive Yellow Paint Black Vinyl Upholstery 10" Four-Spoke Revolution Wheels Front Disc Brakes Koni Shocks Moto-Lita Steering Wheel Smiths Heater & Gauges Karobes Seat Covers Bolt-In Roll Bar 1965 Downton Correspondence 1966 Dealer Invoice BMIHT Certificate & Technical Sheet Removed Engine, Gearbox, & Magnesium Wheels
This 1966 Austin Mini Cooper S is a left-hand-drive example that was ordered new with various upgrades from Downton Engineering before being delivered through Falvey Imported Car of Ferndale, Michigan.
Following a color-change to yellow at some point under previous ownership, the car was acquired by the seller as a birthday present for their spouse in 1996.
It was subsequently repainted again and fitted with a replacement 1,380cc inline-four from Minicomp as well as additional modifications in the early 2000s.
The car rides on 10″ four-spoke Revolution Wheels coupled with Koni sho...
Points of note
£8,599
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£25,583
Median Price (Since 2020)
£143,750
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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