1971 Morris Mini Cooper S Mk.III
- Engine
- 1.3L inline-four
A 1971 Morris Mini Cooper S Mk.III, one of approximately 1,500 produced in this final-series designation, finished in Teal Blue with a Snowberry White roof and a bespoke black interior fitted by Wood and Pickett. First owned by a former Wellington Bomber pilot until 1990, the car subsequently received extensive refurbishment including a replacement bodyshell and mechanical overhaul in the early 2000s. It has covered around 76,000 miles and has attended the Spa Classic and Goodwood Revival.
Ownership
- 2019-02-23Auction saleSold £20,000 (≈ $25K)
- 1971 → 2003Factory deliveryFlight Lieutenant Bernard Hughespartial documentation
Purchased the car new and commissioned Wood and Pickett to fit a bespoke black interior with reclining seats. Used as a daily driver until 1990, when declining health led him to put the car into storage until he reluctantly sold it.
- 2003 →Private saleLocal garage of Bernard Hughespartial documentation
Acquired the car from Hughes and commissioned comprehensive refurbishment work documented by receipts held in the car's file.
Competition
- 20172017 Spa Classic
Car was driven to the event as an attendee or participant; specific competitive result not stated.
- 20172017 Goodwood Revival
Car was driven to the event as an attendee or participant; specific competitive result not stated.
Maintenance & restoration
- 2003Restoration
Extensive refurbishment encompassing a replacement bodyshell, new subframes, heater matrix, braking system, clutch, radiator, and wheels and tyres.
Work is supported by receipts held in the car's documentation file.
- —ModificationWood and Pickett
Bespoke black interior with reclining seats installed by specialist coachbuilder Wood and Pickett, replacing the standard trim.
Commissioned by the first owner shortly after new delivery.
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