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£29,680

1968 Morris Mini Cooper S Mk. II

United Kingdom • 24 Sept 2022 • Lot 160

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This 1968 Morris Mini Cooper S Mk. II is presented as a meticulously restored example with many features associated with a Radford conversion, though lacking definitive proof. The car boasts a rust-free body, a luxurious leather interior, and a comprehensive mechanical overhaul, making it a desirable classic for collectors.

Condition

8

The car is described as being restored to a high standard, with a sound and rust-free body. The interior is described as excellent bespoke cream and piped red Connolly leather, with a burr walnut dashboard. While not definitively proven to be a Radford conversion, it has many of the hallmarks and features, like the Webasto sunroof and recessed spotlights. It has been fully maintained and only covered 70 miles since 2016.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

KA2561088523A

Odometer:

31,026 miles

Reg Number:

ABW 197F

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The motoring correspondent of The Times reported in May 1963 the Mini while a popular second car in many households was no longer strictly the fashion, the Grande Luxe Mini de Ville by Radford had taken over.

On test in London, he reported, it attracted more attention than a Ferrari Berlinetta with its special colour scheme and trim, sliding sunroof, radiator grille with two more recessed lights, special sound insulation and electric windows.

The car tested by The Times also had white leather upholstery and deep lambswool carpets, tachometer, ammeter, oil gauge, clock, headlamp flasher and water temperature gauge.

Further extras were: a laminated wood steering wheel, automatic red caution lights on open doors, a reading light, cigar lighter, twin-speaker radio and an air blower to demist the rear window.

After the 1967 Earls Court Motor Show The Times recorded that Captains of Industry ordered them, painted them to match their Rolls-Royces and gave them to their wives.

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