Description:

Hi everyone,

I’ve been considering selling my meticulously maintained 2005 MINI Cooper S since late 2023, but honestly haven’t had the heart to do it. I love this car. Unfortunately, after a recent accident, I’m exploring whether there may be an enthusiast here who would value it enough to take it on.

While driving on the Palisades Interstate Parkway in New Jersey, an SUV changed lanes into the rear driver-side quarter of the car. The result was damage to the driver-side rear quarter panel and rear bumper fascia.

Important: There was no mechanical damage, and the car remains complete and well-maintained. The damage appears cosmetic/body-related.

This MINI has been enthusiast-owned and meticulously cared for, with detailed service records available for review.

The Basics

• 2005 MINI Cooper S (R53)
• Factory Limited Slip Differential (LSD) and Sport Package
• 119,000 miles
• British Racing Green / White Roof & Mirrors
• Grey leatherette interior
• Anthracite dash and door card trim
• Regular oil changes using Mobil 1 synthetic every ~4,000 miles
• Detailed maintenance records available
  

Tires

• Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus
  
• Only ~12k miles on them (installed at 106,747 miles)
  
• Manufacturer tread warranty remaining
  

Notable Upgrades / Included Parts
Interior

• Anthracite trim with aftermarket carbon fiber down tubes flanking stereo/HVAC
  
• Stainless steel shift ****
  

Exterior

• BBS RK wheel set, powder-coated anthracite
  
• Includes Team Dynamics Pro Race 1.2 wheels
  
• MINI Aero Kit (front/rear bumper fascias + rocker panels)
  • Rear bumper is damaged and will need replacement
    
  • Original bumpers included in sale (mint condition)
    

Engine / Chassis

• JCW Airbox + programming
  
• M7 strut braces included
  

Brakes

• Wilwood Big Brake Kit
  

I barely drive the car anymore, and as much as I love it, I can’t justify keeping it.

I realize this listing may appeal to a specific buyer — someone looking for a well-maintained R53 with desirable upgrades who is comfortable addressing body damage.

Asking: $4,000 Firm

Happy to share additional photos, maintenance records, and answer questions for serious buyers.