1969 Morris Mini Cooper Mk. II (Works Replica)
1969 Morris Mini Cooper Mk. II (Works Replica)
Originally registered on 1st December 1969 this is an exceptional Works Replica of the BMC Mini Works ORX rally cars. Purchased by the vendor in 2005 as a father and son restoration project, the car was stripped, revealing some horror stories, resulting in the need for major bodywork which was commenced in-house. A house move and other life issues resulted in not much work being carried out on the car until 2011. The Mini was then sent to Sleaford Mini Centre with specific instructions to complete the welding and panel work and paint it in Tartan Red with a white roof, the traditional colour combination of the Works Mini's. The vendor had not made his mind up at this point what he was going to do with the car, other than he wanted to rally it.
With the bodyshell looking resplendent, he had a strong reluctance to put any un-refurbished items back in the car. A long road of sourcing parts was embarked upon. Around 2015 the vendor read Peter Browning's book 'Works Minis' and decided he was going to recreate an exact replica of a Works Mini. As his Mini was a Mk. II, he decided to go the route of replicating the Mk. II Works ORX 7, 77, and 707 series.
Various people including Robert Young, Chairman of the Mini Cooper Register along with John McKintosh, owner of a Works Mini and David Dyson a producer of stunning Mini's were exceedingly helpful in sharing their knowledge. Assembly of KCK 910F was underway, the main difficulty being sourcing the correct unique period parts, a very time consuming, laborious and expensive task. The engine was sent to Southam Mini who have a wealth of expertise, knowledge and experience in building Mini Cooper S engines. The gearbox was also taken to them for cleaning after being stripped down. Upon assembling the gearbox, straight cut gears were used, with a cross-pin diff, although the transfer gears were left as standard to reduce noise.
After assembly the vendor ran the car in at 50 mph on a 14 hour round trip to Cornwall. To be expected a couple of minor issues came to light, all of which have been taken care of. The car then completed the 3 Castles Rally and was driven straight to Beaulieu where it was displayed as a works replica exhibit.
The car was further critiqued at Beaulieu by Neville Smythe the then owner of ORX 77F and further corrections have been undertaken. The car is now a faithful and complete replica. It has only completed in one rally and has since only undertaken trips to act as an exhibit. It has however been run out frequently and is fresh and ready for use.
This 1275cc Mini Mk. II Works Replica is a stunning car and bears testament to the fastidious nature of the vendor. It has been featured in CooperWorld magazine and is regarded as an exceptional replica of the original Works Mini's. Consigned by Stewart Banks
Lot details
Year: 1969
Make: Morris
Model: Mini Cooper Mk. II (Works Replica)
Registration: KCK 910F
Chassis No: KA/2S6/135791A
Odometer: 3,976
* Built over a15 year period
* An exceptional example of a Works Replica
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