Lot details

Year: 1999
Make: Rover
Model: Mini John Cooper LE40
Registration: V164 FBC
Chassis No: SAXXNNA2EYD177195
Odometer: 37,471

• Owned by the same family for the last 16 years
• Comprehensive history folder

The Mini John Cooper LE 40 is a highly collectible limited-edition model produced by the Rover Group to commemorate two milestones: the 40th anniversary of the Mini brand's modern era and the 40th anniversary of the Cooper name's F1 World Championship victory. Only 300 cars were built (with possibly one extra for the Cooper family, making 301) making it an exceptionally rare model. The standard specification is striking: all cars were finished in Brooklands Green with an Old English White roof, matching Old English White bonnet stripes and mirrors, and featured a Grenadine Red leather interior. The interior is richly appointed, with full leather on the steering wheel, gear knob, handbrake lever, and doors, plus an engine-turned aluminium effect dashboard and magnolia-faced dials, all emphasising its status as a premium limited edition.

Supplied new by Clarks Rover, Leicester on 17th September 1999, this particular LE 40 has covered just 37,471 miles and has remained within the same enthusiast family for the past sixteen years, with two previous keepers. During their ownership, the Mini has been used sparingly, particularly in recent years, with extended periods spent in dry storage and kept on a battery conditioner when not in use. The Brooklands Green paintwork is complemented by straight body panels, with vented sills present on both sides, while the glass, brightwork and trim all appear in excellent condition. Inside, the Grenadine Red leather interior is beautifully preserved and clean, reflecting the low mileage, and the original Mini-branded radio/CD head unit remains in situ. Newly serviced and MoT'd, this rare Mini comes with three sets of keys and a comprehensive history file dating back to the point of first registration including a well stamped service book and the original purchase documentation from Clarks Rover. Consigned by Stewart Banks