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- 1964 Morris Mini - Downton Cooper 1275 S Replica
1964 Morris Mini - Downton Cooper 1275 S Replica
Lot Number: 720
1964 Morris Mini - Downton Cooper 1275 S Replica
Fabulous 1964 Morris Mini carefully built and presented as a Downton Mini Cooper 1275 S replica.
- Sold for an undisclosed sum.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 16th May, 2026 at 5.00pm local time at Sywell Aerodrome, Sywell, Northampton, NN6 0BN
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BODY COLOUR
Old English White/Black Cap -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
850 MCG -
ODOMETER READING
32398 Miles
SUMMARY
Fabulous 1964 Morris Mini carefully built and presented as a Downton Mini Cooper 1275 S replica.
DESCRIPTION
- Purchased by our vendor as a genuine Downton 1275S at auction in 2017. Further research has shown this Mini was built on a donor shell and assumed the identity of KA2SA552514 by a previous owner, and carries registration number 850 MCG. As such our vendors have made the expedient decision to offer the car as a 'Downton Cooper 1275 S replica'
- The car has had sympathetic restorations over the years, most recently a bare metal respray in 2017 by Paul Preston with subsequent reassembly by Aston Works
- In 2002, the engine was re-bored to 1,293cc and fitted with 1.5" SU carburettors, the Cooper S wheels refurbished, the seats re-trimmed in Tartan Red and grey/gold brocade and features such as the aluminium doors, bonnet, door cards and heated windscreen together with a Downton rally dashboard were fitted
- The vehicle is running and has been garaged and used sparingly since the most recent restoration works
- This is not a matching number mini, it is a pure replica of a period Downton mini
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The V5C registration document describes this car as a 'Morris Mini Cooper S' and we invite and encourage interested parties to view this remarkable Mini and form their own opinions about its potential
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 720
- Make
- MORRIS
- Model
- MINI
- Registration Number
- 850 MCG
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- KA2SA552514
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Old English White/Black Cap
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
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SCORE:
104 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
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Remarks
A superb example of a 1964 Morris Mini Cooper 1,275cc S Mark 1 saloon Downton replica, registration 850 MCG. This is not a matching number mini, it is a pure replica of a period Downton mini. The car has had sympathetic restorations over the years, most recently a bare metal respray in 2017 completed by Paul Preston and assembly by Aston works.
Interior
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Remarks
The original seats re-trimmed in red and grey/gold brocade retaining features such as a aluminium doors, bonnet, door cards and heated windscreen together with a Downton rally dashboard.
Engine
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Remarks
In 2002 the engine was rebored to 1293 cc and fitted with 1 1/2 in SU carburettors.
Transmission
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Remarks
The wheels refurbished. The vehicle is running and has been garaged, used sparingly since its last restoration works.
Electrics
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Vehicle History
Remarks
The V5C registration certificate descibes this car as Morris Mini Cooper S, it is being sold as a Downton replica as the documentation within the history file cannot be verified.
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles must be collected from Sywell Aerodrome, NN6 0BN on Monday 18th May between 9am and 2pm. Please note that due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the site by 2pm on Monday 18th May. Full payment must be received before any items are available to be released.
Any vehicles not collected by 2pm on Monday 18th May will be taken to EM Rogers storage facility in Northampton at a cost of £195 plus VAT for a standard sized vehicle and £275 plus VAT for larger vehicles. Storage will be charged at £12 plus VAT per day from the Monday for the first 14 days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
Our transport partner EM Rogers can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on +44 (0) 1604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
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