2005 MINI MINI

FOR SALE: 2005 MINI Cooper S (R53) – 37,600 Miles – Factory LSD – Slick Top – 100% Original Paint

A rare and highly original R53 with just 37,600 miles, finished in a sought-after factory specification and presented in exceptional condition.

This is an enthusiast-owned car with a strong, traceable history and a recent comprehensive mechanical refresh—ready to be enjoyed with no deferred maintenance.

⭐ Key Factory Specification

Rare factory 25% Mechanical LSD (facelift-only option)

Slick Top (no sunroof – lighter, more rigid shell)

Chili Pack (Xenons, headlight wash, half-leather seats)

Suspension Sport Plus

Automatic Air Conditioning (ice cold)

Very Rare for the UK market Hot Climate Cooling (Option 823)

🛠 Condition

100% original paint (no resprays)

Completely rust-free, including known R53 weak points

Subframes cleaned and protected with Chassis Guard underseal.

As proof of its "unmolested" life, every window and even the original headlamps remain etched with the car's registration number

Always garaged and lightly used (summer use only in past decade)

Comes with all original paper work including the bill of sale from Mini Rydale

🔩 Mechanical Refresh (April 2026)

A full preventative refresh has been carried out addressing known R53 age-related issues:

Supercharger serviced (strip-down, seals, PTO oil, water pump)

MAR Upgraded aluminium thermostat housing + new thermostat

New Brembo discs and pads all round

New Lemförder hydro engine mount

Rocker cover gasket replaced (BGA + stainless fixings)

New fan resistor

Full service (Shell Helix oil, Mann filters, Holts G48 coolant)

Brake fluid flush + AC regas

Engine inspected during work – excellent internal condition with no cam wear (photos available).

🧾 History & Provenance

Long-term ownership of automotive professionals

Previous owner of 10+ years – Senior Manager at a prestige British automotive brand.

Prior to that, owned by a Workshop Manager at Volkswagen (later moved to Toyota in the same role), can be seen from the invoices.

Always maintained to a high standard regardless of cost

I purchased the car directly from the previous owner and carried out the above work myself to bring it up to my standard before sale.

🏢 Sale Details

The car is being sold through my company, Cheshire Heritage Automotive LTD, specialising in enthusiast and correctly prepared vehicles.

I am both the owner and the person who carried out the mechanical work, so I can answer any detailed questions.

🧰 Extras

Original MINI backpack

Storage pack

Unused smoker pack accessories

Original floor mats

2 remote keys + emergency key

🚗 Additional Info

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 tyres (<2,000 miles old)

The sale includes a comprehensive technical dossier with invoices from all the work done including from all the previous owners. Recent work includes new OEM Mini boot seals and a 3rd brake light. Video evidence of the mechanical work I have performed is available, providing absolute transparency regarding the car's health.

Ultimately, this R53 represents a rare departure from the typical 'maintenance lottery.' It is not a profit-motivated 'flip,' but a genuine, professionally curated asset. Having been cherished since 2005 and now subjected to a total technical reset, it offers the next owner a turnkey investment with absolute mechanical certainty and zero deferred maintenance.

12 months MOT will be included

Walkaround and mechanical videos available

💰 Price: £9,995

📍 Location: Crewe, Cheshire