£18,870
2000 Rover Mini John Cooper (LE of 300) with Palmer Works 'S' Conversion
Classic Car Auctions • UK • 12 Dec 2020
Market Position:
Highest 20% of Past Sales
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£18,870
2000 Rover Mini John Cooper (LE of 300) with Palmer Works 'S' Conversion
UK • 12 Dec 2020
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This John Cooper LE is a rare find, enhanced by a Palmer Works 'S' conversion and presented in remarkable condition with low mileage. Its unique specifications, comprehensive service history, and recent engine overhaul make it a highly desirable collector's item.
Condition
8
The car boasts a rare 'Palmer S Works' conversion, low mileage, and a well-documented service history. The engine and gearbox overhaul in 2019, along with the smart LE interior and bespoke additions, suggest meticulous care. The availability of service history, MOTs, and original paraphernalia further supports its well-maintained state.
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37,927 miles
W484 OAG
United Kingdom
SAXXNNAZEYD178362
2000
Auction
£18,870
2000 Rover Mini John Cooper (LE of 300) with Palmer Works 'S' Conversion
Classic Car Auctions • UK • 12 Dec 2020
Market Position:
Highest 20% of Past Sales
Track live values and receive listing alerts
Description
The John Cooper LE rarely comes up for sale let alone one with the Palmer Works 'S' conversion in this condition and low mileage.
Unrepeatable.
The John Cooper LE 40 was launched in 1999 with a build run of 300 cars as a tribute to 40 years of the Mini & the 40th anniversary of the Cooper F1 World Championship All finished in the striking combination of Brooklands Green with an Old English White roof Grenadine Red leather with a full-length, engine-turned dash with Magnolia faced dials This Cooper has the added and extremely rare 'Palmer S Works' kit fitted in 2010 by Palmer Brothers Works garage.
Conversion number 11/73 (it may be the only John Cooper Palmer Works S?).
Original Certificate provided This kit included a Stage 3 cylinder head, 1.5 high-lift roller rockers, K&N 57i Induction Kit, modified inlet manifold, Burlen SU 52mm throttle body, Maniflow LCB, stainless steel RC40 exhaust system The engine and gearbox had an ‘overhaul’ in 2019 @ 37,927 miles (see Condition Report)...
Price Analysis vs Other Mini Cooper John Coopers
£2,587
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£14,310
Median Price (Since 2020)
£18,870
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 28th Jul 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
38,949 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 28th Jul 2026, 38,949 miles
Passed
On 29th Jul 2025, 38,803 miles
Passed
On 13th Jul 2024, 38,658 miles
Passed
On 13th May 2023, 38,623 miles
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