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BMC Cooper S HTP Race Replica 1293cc — 1964

Approved, powerful, and race-ready for the Pre-65 class in Historic Racing, where it competitively goes up against significantly larger and more powerful rivals.

Peter Sundfeldt
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"It’s a lively experience with 125 horsepower and just 610 kg in a 62-year-old little race car. To say the least!"

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27 MAR 12:30
75 000SEK
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17888
STENSTORP/FALKÖPING
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Peter Sundfeldt
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Rebecca R Bengtsson
Case manager
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"It’s a lively experience with 125 horsepower and just 610 kg in a 62-year-old little race car. To say the least!"

Description

This car has a history of at least 30 years on the historic racing scene. For most of that time, it was actively raced in Finland, with regular appearances in Sweden as well.

The current owner purchased the car in 2020 and initially competed in a few races, facing some mechanical setbacks. However, in recent years, he has completed full seasons with solid results, considering his age and racing ambitions.

Regardless of past performances, the car still has the potential to compete for top positions, and with the right driver, it could even fight for wins in its class.

Technical data

  • Year
    1964/1967 
  • Registration date
     
  • Mileage
    55 100 km 
  • Registration Number
    OREG 
  • Chassis Number
     
  • Kw / hp
    92 / 125 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Manual 
  • Interior finish
    Textile 
  • Colour
    Red 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    Newly rebuilt engine and cylinder head by renowned and reputable builders. The head has been meticulously and extensively refined for optimal airflow and performance.

  • Interior condition:

    Race-functional and finely tuned to the right degree. The most essential controls are housed in a small aluminum box to the right of the driver on the floor. A clearly visible mechanical reverse lockout is positioned on the gear lever, providing an added layer of mechanical safety.

  • Exterior condition:

    Beautifully red, without any battle scars from the racetrack. Surprisingly well-preserved bumpers with overriders and fender trim, perfect for rubbing shoulders with competitors.

    Features stylish, period-correct strap fasteners for the hood, adding to its classic racing look. An extra set of wheels is included, and the old Finnish registration plate remains as a quirky historical detail.

  • General condition:

    Fresh and comfortably user-friendly in race trim, combined with a stylish and representative appearance. And most importantly, it comes with the performance and potential to match.

Owner's comment

Engine: 1275cc + overbore (1293cc), fully rebuilt at a cost of approximately 100,000 SEK. Crankshaft reground Balanced flywheel Balanced pulleys Lightened connecting rods Powermax Smidol 0.20 pistons (6.5cc dish) Sintered clutch plate Engine work performed by a well-known and respected race engine builder from Nynäshamn. The cylinder head is newly built to Swift head specifications. Gearbox: 3-synchro straight-cut, final drive 4.1. Output is around 125 hp—making this a winning car in historic racing.

Facts about the model

One person who truly appreciated the Mini was John Cooper, who at the time ran a Formula racing team. He was already using BMC engines in his cars and knew their potential. An idea was born.

John Cooper reached out to Alec Issigonis, but Issigonis was not at all interested in putting a more powerful engine in his beloved Mini. He saw it as a car for the people, not the racing machine that Cooper envisioned.

However, in 1961, Cooper finally got his way, and an enlarged 997cc (57 hp) version of the original 850cc (37 hp) engine was developed. This marked the birth of the Mini Cooper. The new Cooper received disc brakes and a distinctive interior, as well as a contrasting roof color.

A more powerful version was introduced in 1963—the Cooper S 1071cc, which also featured larger and stronger disc brakes.

1964 was a pivotal year, with the introduction of three new engine variants:

Cooper S 1275cc
Cooper S 970cc
A more street-friendly 998cc for the regular Cooper.
The reason for so many different engine variants was the classification system in racing, which grouped cars by engine displacement. There were classes for cars up to 850cc, 1000cc, 1150cc, and 1300cc, meaning there was a Mini for every category.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Stenstorp/Falköping

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

Peter Sundfeldt
+46 705-38 80 22
peter@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place before: 2025-04-10.

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

Auction information

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