The Mini John Cooper LE 40 is a highly collectible limited-edition model produced by the Rover Group to commemorate two milestones: the 40th anniversary of the Mini brand's modern era and the 40th anniversary of the Cooper name's F1 World Championship victory. Only 300 cars were built (with possibly one extra for the Cooper family, making 301) making it an exceptionally rare model. The standard specification is striking: all cars were finished in Brooklands Green with an Old English White roof, matching Old English White bonnet stripes and mirrors, and featured a Grenadine Red leather interior. The interior is richly appointed, with full leather on the steering wheel, gear knob, handbrake lever, and doors, plus an engine-turned aluminium effect dashboard and magnolia-faced dials, all emphasising its status as a premium limited edition.

This particular LE 40 was originally supplied by Park Lane, London on 9th March 2000 and boasts 26,527 miles from new. Beneath its classic exterior lies something rather special - a true “wolf in sheep's clothing”. In October 2008, at 21,242 miles, the car was sent to classic Mini specialist Vmaxscart for a supercharger conversion, resulting in an output of 143bhp at 6150rpm on a rolling road setup. The car subsequently became the subject of a magazine article and has remained in the care of the same Mini-enthusiast family for the past 14 years, spending much of that time unused in storage. Years of indoor storage have paid dividends as the Mini appears in exceptional condition, retaining its correct vented sills and matching numbers. The chrome and trim are in excellent order and all four 13-inch alloy wheels are fitted with Yokohama tyres. Inside, the Grenadine Red leather interior is beautifully preserved and clean, complimented by the original Mini-branded radio/CD head unit. Recently serviced and with an advisory-free MoT valid until 14th October 2026, this rare and powerful Mini comes with two sets of keys and a comprehensive history file to warrant the mileage, including the original stamped service book and Vmaxscart invoice documenting the supercharger conversion. Consigned by Stewart Banks.

Lot details
Year: 2000
Make: Mini
Model: John Cooper LE40 Supercharged
Registration: W131 SGC
Chassis No: SAXXNNAZEYD177305
Odometer: 26,527

* One of only 300 cars produced
* Long-term family ownership
* Newly serviced and MOT'd