How can you tell a MK2 Cooper S?

How can you tell a MK2 Cooper S?

Gearbox Serial Number: The gearbox casing may (but not always) have a unique serial number stamped into it, which will specifically confirm whether it is from a MK2 Cooper S. The correct serial number for the MK2 S is “FAXE 1234”, where ‘1234’ represents the unique sequence number applied to that gearbox.

What does the S stand for in Mini Cooper S?

Historically, the “S” does not stand for anything; it was to differentiate John cooper’s tuning options on the original Mini. Many people have surmised it stood for Super or Sport because it seemed to require an initial for something.

How do I identify my Mini Cooper S?

MINI Cooper models are categorized using the letter R or F and then 2 digits. This is the chassis code format that BMW uses. There are some inconsistencies but for the most part they are pretty intuitive. Generation 1 and 2 MINIs start with the letter “R” while the generation 3 MINIs start with the letter “F.”

How do I know what model my Mini Cooper is?

Where is MINI VIN number?

Frequently you can find your VIN number in one of the following locations: on the driver’s side door jam (sometimes on the passenger’s side), under the windshield on the driver’s side, near the firewall of the vehicle or on the steering column.

How many Cooper S Mk2 Minis were built?

In a production period that spanned from September 1967 to January 1970, only 6,329 Cooper S Mk2 Minis were built. Probably less than 500 survive. For perspective, total production of Mini MkII models over roughly the same time period came to ~429,000 worldwide.

What is the difference between the Mk2 and Mk1 Cooper s?

The MK2 has a number of unique features when compared to the standard Morris Mini, as well as when compared to the MK1 Cooper S and international variations of the Cooper S.

What parts come with a Mk2 Morris Cooper s?

Mk2 Morris Cooper S ‘factory’ replacement shell. Mk2 Morris Cooper S donor car -running gear and fit out. Comes with additional Mk2 parts including Mk2 (black) seats (front and back with side cards), original coil, 8TR reg, Mk 2 leads and Lucas lamps and tail lamp assembles.

What colours did the Mk2 Australian Cooper s come in?

The vast majority of MK2 Australian Cooper S cars were fitted with black interior. However, a number of cars were also fitted with alternatives, as outlined in the table below. Note, these colours were available not only on the door trims and seats, but also on items such as seatbelts, carpets and door straps.

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