A charming Morris Mini-Cooper S Mark I (1.275 ccm)
A charming Morris Mini-Cooper S Mark I (1.275 ccm)
This original Morris Mini-Cooper S Mark I was built in February 1965 for the British home market and initially registered in the Berkshire area under the British registration number ERX 190C. On this vehicle, the chassis, engine and body numbers as well as the colour combinations correspond. This is confirmed by a certificate from the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust.
Chassis number: K-A2S4 / 675683
Engine number: 9F-SA-Y / 35659
Body number: 36440
The vehicle is presented in its original exterior colours of Almond Green and Old English White. In keeping with this, the original interior was finished in Porcelain Green and Dove Grey.
This charming example was professionally and comprehensively restored between 2019 and 2020 by the renowned Mini specialists at Oldtimer Hof in Apen, Northern Germany. At the request of the new German owners, the Mini was subsequently converted to left-hand drive. Due to the comparatively simple and manageable construction of the early Minis, such a conversion is relatively straightforward when properly carried out.
The vehicle comes with an insurance valuation report (short appraisal) from March 2022. In it, the car was rated as condition 2+ and an insurance replacement value of just under €50,000 was assigned. However, market values have declined significantly since then. The Mini is therefore now being offered at a price that takes into account its current condition and its position in today's market.
A viewing is of course recommended. However, we believe that we have presented the vehicle accurately and have also pointed out the areas where the first minor age-related signs are now becoming visible. The restoration was carried out approximately seven years ago. In particular, some minor paint bubbling and paint flaking are visible around the roof gutter and roof edge, especially above the driver's side. This area could be restored to an excellent condition with little effort; alternatively, it could simply be left unchanged. The driver's door also protrudes slightly beyond the bodywork and would benefit from appropriate adjustment.
The interior may well be the outstanding feature of this vehicle and was comprehensively restored, including new carpets and seat upholstery. Overall, the Mini presents authentically and has not been excessively prepared – particularly in the engine compartment, which now shows natural signs of age and use.
In recent years, the car was driven sparingly but regularly by its German Mini collector owners. In March 2026, a current inspection including a brake check was carried out by British classic-car specialist J.D. Motors in****Oldenburg, Germany. The important electric fuel pump had already been replaced by the same company in December 2024.
All TÜV main inspection documents have been available since the vehicle was registered in Germany as a historic vehicle in 2021. The current inspection is valid until August 2027.
The vehicle history documentation also includes a British MOT certificate from****1986. It records a mileage of 5,521 miles. ***** This indicates that the mileage currently displayed, 13,998 miles, is probably actually 113,998 miles, meaning that a total mileage of over 100,000 miles should be assumed.
The legendary power-to-weight ratio of the Mini-Cooper S is well documented, and this vehicle too offers a remarkable level of performance with its original 1,275-cc engine producing 76 bhp (57 kW). In 1965, twin carburettors,****disc brakes and Hydrolastic suspension were equipment without equal – and even around 60 years later, these components still provide an exceptional driving experience.
Viewing strictly by prior appointment only.
This description has been automatically translated. Original language: German.
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