1996 Mini Cooper 35 LE

Only 200 of these Limited Edition Minis were made for the U.K market in 1996 to celebrate 35 years since the introduction of the 1961 Mini Cooper. All of the Cooper 35s sold immediately without the need for a special advertising campaign by Rover. The LE 35 features Almond Green paintwork with a white roof, wheel arch extensions and door mirrors finished in Almond Green, classic porcelain green leather seats, steering wheel and gear knob with the front seats embossed with the Mini Cooper logo and just to finish of the interior nicely, a full width burr walnut dashboard with centre clock and fog lamp switch. For added styling, the 35 LE came with four auxiliary front lamps, 12" Minilite style Cooper alloy wheels with a charcoal finish and 35th Anniversary decals fitted to both rear side panels and boot lid. The engine is the standard single point injection 1275cc PS DIN three way catalyst Cooper unit.

This stunning example has only covered 49,500 miles and has been with just the one owner from new. The LE Mini successfully completed the Mini's to Monte Carlo run and was toured all over the Alps. Photographs from this fabulous drive are with the cars comprehensive history. The Mini is exceptional on the road and is presented in superb condition with excellent bodywork and paint.