1998 Mini Cooper Classic

This 1998 Rover Mini Cooper BSCC Limited is a rare special-edition version of the popular British icon. It is powered by a 1,275cc A-series inline-four, delivering around 46kW and 94Nm torque to the front wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. The car is understood to have been imported to Australia from Japan. The odometer shows 47,476 km, though this is not warranted. Created to celebrate the introduction of the Mini Cooper into saloon car racing in the 1960s, this Mini Cooper BSCC Limited is finished in black, with a white roof, door mirrors and side decals, as well as yellow British Vita Racing-style ‘V’ decals and ‘Mini Cooper’ rosettes. Inside, this special-edition model features green leather-trimmed sports seats and a walnut-veneered dashboard. The BSCC also featured uprated shock absorbers and 13-inch ‘sports’ alloy wheels. Equipment includes a set of driving lights, ABS, air conditioning, a three-spoke steering wheel and a Panasonic stereo. The original owner’s manuals will be included in the sale. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. The most recent service was completed in October 2023 at 47,273 km, which included an engine oil change. The previous services have reportedly been completed at 12-month intervals. This is a stylish example of the limited-edition Mini Cooper BSCC, which was released in 1998 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the original Cooper’s victory in four Saloon Car Championship races in 1968. It would make an excellent addition to any collection, and is sure to perform as an entertaining weekend steer. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. Potential buyers should view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, either to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be undetectable even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork during its life. Furthermore, photographs may not reflect the true colour or full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to satisfy themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. This includes by raising enquiries with the seller in the comments section. For vehicles, unless otherwise stated, potential buyers should also assume that any cherished registration may be retained by the seller. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.