2010 BMW Mini Cooper D Three Door Hatchback

The very British Mini arrived in 1959 and captured the hearts of the Nation. Buyers came from all across the social scene and soon tuning firms were livening up an already enjoyable little runabout. Best known of these, Mr John Cooper would surely have been surprised if someone had stuck a diesel engine in one of his racer/rally orientated products at the time.

It has taken decades to happen but new owners of the Mini, BMW, have done just that. They have maintained the fashionability and style but inserted one of their own highly thought of diesel motors. The car looks the same as the petrol version and enjoys the jellybean lines, but it does give the car its own distinct flavour, whilst retaining the wheel-at-each-corner design also ensures the legendary handling is still on tap.

With only two previous owners, this well equipped and smart Mini with 1600cc power appears to be in straight original condition, with a smart two tone black and cream interior. The alloy road wheels have some small scuffs and there is a small superficial dent to the left hand door.  Due to the fact that the motor car is from a deceased estate, a recommissioning service may be a good idea. Supplied with the Mini is the original owner’s handbook, the V5C registration certificate and an MOT test certificate (with no advisories). 

Auction Date: 8 June 2023