Lot details
Registration No: GMA102C
Chassis No: K-A2S4/553495
Mot Expiry: March 2019

- Supplying new by Joseph Cockshoot & Company of Stockport, Cheshire

- Current ownership for over 43 years

- Subject to refurbishment in 2010/2011

This interesting and very original `dry' suspension Cooper S was despatched to supplying dealer Joseph Cockshoot & Company of Stockport Cheshire on December 5, 1964. The accompanying Heritage Certificate confirms it was finished in Black over Tartan Red and trimmed in Red and Gold. The Morris has been in the vendor's care for over 43 years, during which time it has served as a rally car, but is now back in road trim following a programme of conversion and refurbishment in 2010/2011. The intension was to retain as many of the original parts as possible, so the vendor nowadays describes the Mini's condition as `good rather than concours'. The one major departure from standard specification is the engine block, which is the stronger version from a 1300 GT of the same era, but the original thin-flanged 1275 one (bored out to +40 but never decked) is included in the sale.

The bodyshell was in good shape so no new panels were required, while the floor was repaired with period parts. The gearbox and twin SU carburettors are original. The suspension was overhauled using mainly new old stock items, while the brake calipers were reconditioned and re-installed along with new brake lines/pipes etc. The rear drums were renewed. The seats are of the Paddy Hopkirk bucket variety that came with the car. The wiring loom and speedometer are original but the carpets have been replaced as the originals were mislaid during the car's rally days. `GMA 102C' nowadays rides on Minilite-style wheels shod with period tyres. According to the vendor, only around 300 1275 Coopers Ss were equipped with the desirable `dry' suspension as fitted to this car, and while some were ordered with the optional extra fuel tank and oil cooler, this fascinating and desirable Cooper has neither to this day.