1967 AUSTIN MINI COOPER S 1967 Austin Mini Cooper “S” This 1967 Austin Mini Cooper S is a left-hand drive example that was delivered to San Francisco in August 1967 and was acquired approximately 28 years ago by the current owner, from its original, San Francisco Bay Area owner. A subsequent sub-frame off restoration completed at with a “cost no object” philosophy included a repaint in Tartan red with a white roof, and a complete interior replacement in gold and red brocade consistent with the factory style upholstery. Receipts document a comprehensive rebuild of all mechanical components including the engine, clutch, replacement of synchros, braking system, suspension, Hydrolastic, gearbox and other items, all performed by respected Mini specialists in Northern California. The car is powered by a numbers-matching 1,275cc inline-four paired with a four-speed manual transmission and the numbers matching engine with tag 9F-SA-Y/47113 supported by the British Heritage Certificate (BMIHT) shown in the listing. Features include a Smiths tachometer, pop-out rear windows, and proper Minilite wheels. Extensive mechanical work has been performed within the last 200 miles is said to have included a tune-up, a brake service, and refreshes of the cooling system, Hydrolastic suspension and other sorting. This Cooper S includes is being sold with photos taken prior to the restoration including documentation of the bare metal respray and totally rust free, damage free body with all original panels. The British Motor Industry Heritage Trust is consistent with the numbers on the car and it carries a clean California title in the long time owner’s name. The high quality respray was completed to high standards with the body removed from the sub-frames and all of the trim removed and replaced with either NOS, replated, or quality replacement parts. The car retains its original Lucas headlights, pop-out rear windows, and chrome trim, bumpers, and a period bullet-style mirror on the driver’s door. Black California license plates are mounted at either end. The 10×4.5” silver-painted Minilite wheels are wrapped in Yokohama A-008 tires that show 2015 date codes and measure 165/70. The car rides on Hydrolastic suspension that is said to have been recently refreshed, and the brake system features front discs and rear drums with replacement lines. The factory matching Cooper S steel wheels, including the mounted spare wheel / tire, are included. The interior remains correctly configured, including the stock black two-spoke steering wheel and an upgraded 8k-rpm Smiths tachometer and a central instrument panel that houses a Smiths 120-mph speedometer and gauges for coolant temperature, fuel level, and oil pressure. The five-digit odometer shows just over 7k miles. Due to the age of the Mini, the mileage is being represented as TMU (Total Miles Unknown) but believed to be accurate at 107 miles. Since the restoration, an estimated 2Kmiles have been added and the car has been stored, when not in use, in a climate controlled environments since the comprehensive restoration. The 1,275cc inline-four is said to have been balanced, blueprinted, and rebuilt by Jon Becker of Mini-Part during the refurbishment and is documented by a detailed receipt along with more recent work totaling over $7,500.00 to freshen the car and ensure that it is in excellent . The British Motor Industry Heritage certificate lists a build date of August 16, 1967 and shows the factory colors along with the chassis, engine, and body numbers. Please let us know if we can answer additional questions. Thank you, Classic Cars Ltd. 925-846-1451 SpecificationsVIN: CA2S7L1047106AExterior Color: Tartan RedInterior Color: Gold & Red "Brocade"Engine: 1275 cc 4 CylinderTransmission: 4-SpeedStatus: AvailableStock: 09-10014Mileage: 7,277Features: Tartan Red / Gold & Red Brocade Interior, Stock Configuration, Minilites & Original Wheels - Exceptional No Expense Spared Restoration & Ownership by Current Owner for 28+ Years PURCHASING A COLLECTOR VEHICLE - THINGS TO CONSIDER As always, we recommend that you carefully review the seller's background for any collector car being sold over the Internet. 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ABOUT CLASSIC CARS LTD. · We have been the same, small, California town for over 25 years. We operate a small "brick & mortar", indoor showroom, and specialize in the sale, consignment, and purchase of sports, high performance and specialty vehicles of all types. We have a particular interest in sports cars and unique vehicles. · The majority of our vehicles come from local, private owners and collectors, and many were sold new in California. We appreciate that rust free cars, with excellent documentation and history are especially attractive to our buyers both locally, and around the country. As a result, we do not purchase our collectible cars from "distressed" sales, such as wholesale auctions, salvage sales, or lien sales. We do not sell vehicles with salvage titles, or those that have a history of significant accident damage or repair. · We have sold hundreds of unique, classic and collectible vehicles and regularly deal with buyers that have not had the experience of purchasing a large (both physically and monetarily) item on eBay, or through an Internet source. We strive to achieve 100% positive feedback on all vehicle sales from customers around the globe and is a reflection of our commitment to accurate, complete, and thorough vehicle descriptions. · We have been shipping vehicles for years and have established excellent contacts that are not only high quality but very price competitive. We do not use brokers, terminal shipping or other discount methods. Call us or email for a quote directly to your home or office. We are often able to obtain quality enclosed transportation (the kind of travel this car deserves) for the cost of open shipping. · Please review our feedback on eBay (user name Never22Many) representing over 975+ positive transactions to buyers all over the United States / World. · We are fully insured, bonded, and licensed for collector car sales all over the United States/World. · Classic Cars Ltd. carries a $50,000 Surety bond to cover financial transactions · We frequently sell vehicles to out of State / out of country buyers, and will be glad to provide references for buyers in your area. MISCELLANEOUS GENERAL INFORMATION · As with virtually all collector/specialty vehicles, we find that parts and resources are readily available for this (and most every vehicle), thanks in large part to the Internet. · In addition to the purchase price of the vehicle, California buyers are subject to sales tax, documentation fee, DMV transfer fees, and license and registration. Out of state buyers are responsible for the purchase price of the vehicle with any local fees, taxers, etc. being paid in their respective state. IMPORTANT NOTE: If the vehicle is delivered or driven in California, applicable California sales tax, license, registration and transfer fees will be assessed per California law. · While we encourage telephone calls to discuss this vehicle in greater detail and ask that you call us at 925-846-1451 if we can answer any questions about the vehicle, Classic Car Ltd, or shipping costs to your location. · We encourage inspections by interested buyers or professional inspectors. Please call at 925-846-1451 to arrange a convenient time. · As with any collectible vehicle of this vintage we are unable to provide a warranty or guarantee of condition. However, we make every effort to accurately represent our vehicles, and highlight both positive items as well as areas that require attention. 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