Toby Wilson
Head of Department
LOT 50
2003 Mini Cooper S R53 Registration no. HD03 VHC Chassis no. WMWRE32000TC76507
Sold for £2,137.50 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 50
2003 Mini Cooper S R53 Registration no. HD03 VHC Chassis no. WMWRE32000TC76507
2003 Mini Cooper S R53
Registration no. HD03 VHC
Chassis no. WMWRE32000TC76507
Registration no. HD03 VHC
Chassis no. WMWRE32000TC76507
Odometer reading: 88,010
MOT Expiry: 18 October 2021
*Full service history
*Long MOT
*New tyres
The R53 BMW Mini is becoming increasingly appreciated for its value and no-nonsense driving thrills. This 2003 Cooper S is a cherished example and has 88,010 miles from new. The car runs and drives very well and has been daily driven by the vendor during his ownership. Four new tyres have recently been fitted, as well as a new steering pump. The vendor has stated that two new matching quality front tyres will be fitted by time of sale. The car is equipped with a full main dealer and independent service history (with stamps complete to date). Overall, the exterior and paintwork present well bar some minor scuffs on rear bumper and boot loading area. The front bumper has been a touched up, bar one dent on the near side wing. The vehicle has been garaged for most of its life. A good example with MOT expiry 18/10/21.
MOT Expiry: 18 October 2021
*Full service history
*Long MOT
*New tyres
The R53 BMW Mini is becoming increasingly appreciated for its value and no-nonsense driving thrills. This 2003 Cooper S is a cherished example and has 88,010 miles from new. The car runs and drives very well and has been daily driven by the vendor during his ownership. Four new tyres have recently been fitted, as well as a new steering pump. The vendor has stated that two new matching quality front tyres will be fitted by time of sale. The car is equipped with a full main dealer and independent service history (with stamps complete to date). Overall, the exterior and paintwork present well bar some minor scuffs on rear bumper and boot loading area. The front bumper has been a touched up, bar one dent on the near side wing. The vehicle has been garaged for most of its life. A good example with MOT expiry 18/10/21.
Footnotes
Vendor Score Total: 69/100
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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well
EXTERIOR TOTAL: 16/25
Body Work: 3
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 2
Glass: 3
Paint: 4
Wheels/Tyres: 4
INTERIOR TOTAL: 11/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 2
Headlining: 3
Seats: 3
Trim: 3
ENGINE TOTAL: 15/20
Mechanical components: 4
Running: 4
Starting: 4
Under Bonnet: 3
RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 15/20
Axles: 4
Brakes: 4
Gearbox/Clutch: 4
Suspension: 3
ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 8/10
Ancillary components: 4
Main components: 4
Car History File: 4
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