1997 Mini Cooper

Vehicle Description 1997 Mini Cooper $25,000 1997 ROVER MINI COOPER SALOONIf you’ve been wanting to own a fun car, this is your moment. Take a close look at this gorgeous 1997 Rover Mini Cooper Saloon. It's a Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) import in excellent condition. There’s no rust and it retain the original factory paint colors.The Rover name originated with the Rover Group, which acquired the company previously known as Austin of England, later British Leyland Corporation, and British Motor Corporation. Rover continued the production of the iconic Mini under the “Rover Mini” name. Mini production began in October 1959 and continued until October 2000, with over 5.3 million units produced.This particular Mini is finished in Almond Green with a white roof, complemented by a green leather interior. The color scheme is a retro nod to the 1960s classic Mini Cooper “S,” which gained fame in rallies and various races.ENGINE The car is equipped with a 1,300cc injected four-cylinder engine featuring a single-port injector (SPI) and electronic ignition (no distributor). The engine has been well-maintained, with all services up to date. It runs strong with no oil leaks or other issues. The Mini has 49,000 milesTRANSMISSION (Gearbox)It features a 4-speed synchronized manual transmission, which shifts smoothly with no issues or gear jumping.EXTERIOR The exterior is finished in Almond Green with a white roof. It retains the original Rover 12x5.5 wheels fitted with tires that have plenty of treads. Notable exterior features include: • New Lucas P700 LED headlamps • New side markers • New Aston-style chrome gas cap (plus a regular locking gas cap with keys) • Original Rover fog lamps • Chrome grille and bumpersOn a scale of 1 to 10, the exterior condition is a solid 9.5. While the car is 28 years old and does show minor wear consistent with its age, it remains in exceptional condition.INTERIOR The interior features green leather seats in a retro style reminiscent of the early Cooper “S” models of the 1960s. The seats are in like-new condition, with no tears or scratches. The headliner and carpets are also in excellent shape.ADDITIONAL INTERIOR HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: • Original wood dash with three-pod instruments • New wood steering wheel • Fully functional air conditioning (blows ice-cold) • Aluminum door handles with Cooper logos • Alcantara-style black door panels and dashtop • All systems and switches, including lights and wipers, are fully operational • A non-working radio is currently installed, but a new replacement radio is includedPERFORMANCE This Mini is a fantastic little car that’s fun to drive, easily reaching speeds of 85–90 mph without hesitation. It’s a joy to cruise in, consistently drawing smiles and attention wherever it goes.This description is as honest as possible. Overall, this is a rare and well-preserved Mini, perfect for enthusiasts seeking a stylish and fun classic car.