2005 MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS CONVERTIBLE

KEY FACTS

• A low-mileage and completely original convertible hot hatch, equipped with the highly desirable JCW tuning kit and presented in good condition throughout.
• It is powered by a 210hp supercharged 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine, which drives the front wheels via a six-speed manual transmission.
• Offered for sale by its second keeper from new, the car has proved to be extremely reliable throughout their three years of ownership, and recently completed a 500-mile road trip without fault.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This Mini Cooper S is equipped with the John Cooper Works tuning kit, which includes an upgraded supercharger, a modified cylinder head, a remapped ECU, special exhaust, air intake, and JCW badging – and it has written certification to authenticate.
• Original equipment also includes the Chilli and Cockpit Chrono Packs, a multifunction steering wheel, heated door mirrors, heated seats, automatic air-conditioning, cruise control and rear parking sensors.
• The car will be supplied with its wind deflector and carry bag, all of its factory handbooks and booklets, as well as its stamped service book, receipts for its maintenance over the years, past MOT test certificates, old tax discs and original purchase invoice.

CONDITION

• While there are a few minor parking dings around the car, there is no substantial damage to the bodywork.
• Believed to be entirely original, the Astro Black paintwork is in good overall condition, with a few age-related marks including stone chips on the bonnet and minor marks on the bodywork.
• The car rides on the correct set of 17-inch five-spoke alloy wheels, which have some kerb scuffs on their rims, and would benefit from refurbishment.
• Inside, the cabin is very smart, with minor wear on the driver’s outer bolster, but no rips, tears or other damage to speak of.
• The seller notes that the rear parking sensors can be a little erratic at times, and the heated windscreen works better on one side than the other.
• It is also noted that the gear linkage can be a little vague between reverse and first gear.
• Otherwise, there are no known mechanical foibles, and there are no warning lights illuminated on the dashboard.
• This characterful convertible’s last MOT test was conducted on 11 May 2021 at 43,261 miles, resulting in a clean, first-time pass.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Mini’s most recent routine maintenance was a minor oil service, carried out in May 2021 at 43,261 miles by a specialist.
• Prior to this, the car had recent services in May 2019 at 40,142 miles and in May 2018 at 37,970 miles.
• During the seller’s ownership, the battery has also been replaced, along with the coil pack, plug leads and front tyres.

SUMMARY

This Mini Cooper S Convertible JCW is a fantastically usable and playful open-top version of an acclaimed hot hatch, which has low mileage and only two keepers from new. Presented in smart overall condition, this Mini could make a fun and reliable daily driver for its next owner, or simply saved for sunny weekend jaunts.

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