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BMC Cooper 998 cc — 1965

Beautifully restored "Hundkoja," a true 1960s icon presented in outstanding, road-ready condition.

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Lot Number
19486
Location
Tollarp

Estimated value
140 - 160 000 SEK
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"The car drives exceptionally well and has no known faults. It presents impeccably and gives an outstanding overall impression."

Description

The car was purchased by the family in 2007 as a restoration project, with the intention of building a fun enthusiast's car for the daughter. As the father is a skilled mechanic and owned his own workshop, the car was completely stripped down.

All rust was cut out and professionally welded, after which the car was sent to a highly reputable paint shop. It was first coated with epoxy primer before being repainted, and the underside was painted as well.

The restoration was completed and the car passed its roadworthiness inspection in 2012. It was then used sparingly by the family until 2021, when ownership was transferred to the daughter. However, she feels the car is not being used enough and would like to see it go to a fellow enthusiast who will appreciate and enjoy it.
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Technical data

Year
1965/1965
Registration date
1970-03-03
Mileage
35699
Registration Number
DJJ632
Chassis Number
708406
Kw / hp
39 / 53
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
Interior finish
VInyl
Colour
Red

Condition

  • Mechanical condition

    The engine has been thoroughly inspected and serviced. During the restoration, the car was fitted with new brakes and other mechanical components as required. Please note that the odometer is currently inoperative.

  • Interior condition

    The interior has been reupholstered and is in good condition. There is a small tear in the passenger seat. The headliner has also been reupholstered, but the original headliner is included and only requires cleaning should the next owner prefer to reinstall it.

  • Exterior condition

    The car features a professional-quality paint finish with no flaws to note. The chrome trim is also in excellent condition. It is fitted with attractive alloy wheels and a set of new tires.

  • General condition

    A delightful BMC Cooper in outstanding condition, ready to drive and enjoy at this season's rallies, classic car meets, and shows.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2012-03-05
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1970-03-03 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1970-03-03
Senast godkända besiktning: 2018-05-09
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 19

Facts about the model

The Mini was produced under the BMC umbrella and sold under the Austin and Morris brands, as well as the more luxurious Wolseley and Riley versions. This practice became known as "badge engineering," as the differences were largely limited to badges, grilles, and minor trim details.

The first "Mini"—known in Sweden as the "Hundkoja" ("Doghouse")—was introduced in 1959. It was revolutionary thanks to its ingenious, space-efficient design created by Sir Alec Issigonis. His vision was to build a simple, affordable car with excellent handling, and he succeeded brilliantly.

One of the car's greatest admirers was John Cooper, who at the time ran a top-level Formula racing team. Cooper was already familiar with BMC engines through his racing cars and recognized their performance potential. He approached Alec Issigonis with the idea of creating a higher-performance Mini, but Issigonis was initially opposed. He regarded the Mini as a practical car for the masses, not a competition machine.

In 1961, however, John Cooper finally got his way. An enlarged 997 cc version of the original 850 cc engine was introduced, increasing output from 37 hp to 57 hp, and the Mini Cooper was born. In addition to the more powerful engine, it featured distinctive trim, front disc brakes, and a contrasting roof colour.

An even more sporting version followed in 1963: the Mini Cooper S 1071 cc, produced in relatively limited numbers and equipped with larger, more powerful disc brakes.

The year 1964 brought further developments with the introduction of three new engine variants: the Cooper S 1275 cc, the Cooper S 970 cc, and a more road-oriented 998 cc engine for the standard Mini Cooper. The reason for offering so many different engine sizes was the class structure used in motorsport, where cars competed according to engine displacement. Racing classes existed for engines up to 850 cc, 1,000 cc, 1,150 cc, and 1,300 cc—ensuring there was a Mini to compete in every category.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Tollarp

For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:

Ted Gryth
+46 705-65 67 27
ted@bilwebauctions.se

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Collection must take place before: 2026-07-22.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

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  • At this auction, many vehicles have been included in car collections and have been stored (mothballed) for a long time. For this reason, they are described from a collector's perspective and may need technical reviews and maintenance service - oil, battery replacement, new tires, brake review, etc. - before they can be used. .
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