2003 MINI Cooper S R53 John Cooper Works - Rare Early/Prototype | 80,700 Miles | 17 Years Ownership | private plate W20 ORX Included A rare opportunity to acquire an early/prototype 2003 MINI Cooper S R53 John Cooper Works, finished in Metallic Blue, with documented JCW engine upgrade and exceptional provenance. Owned by me for 17 years and originally supplied by a MINI main dealer. This car remains completely original in factory-supplied specification no aftermarket modifications something increasingly rare with R53 examples. Very reluctant sale, Only for sale due to lack of storage space. Otherwise, I would be keeping it. Mileage: 80,700 MOT: Until December 2026 Condition: Good overall condition for its age Specification: Metallic Blue 6-speed manual Panoramic glass sunroof Heated front windscreen Full leather interior Harman Kardon upgraded sound system 6 CD changer (boot mounted) MiniDisc player Factory satellite navigation (currently not operational) Original MINI tool kit and first aid kit present Genuine John Cooper Works: Official JCW engine upgrade (200bhp early/prototype example) JCW stainless steel exhaust system Certificate from Mike Cooper (John Cooper's son) verifying the JCW engine upgrade This is not a replica or later aftermarket conversion it is a genuine, documented JCW-upgraded car with supporting provenance. History & Maintenance: Full documented history covering my 17 years of ownership Originally supplied by a MINI main dealer Recently fitted new alternator New belts fitted Maintained regardless of cost Notes: Central locking operates via key (remote currently not functioning) Satellite navigation screen is fitted but not currently working R53 JCW models are increasingly regarded as modern classics, and rare documented early examples in original specification with long-term ownership are becoming difficult to find. The car drives exactly as it should strong supercharged performance and whine. Serious enquiries only please. A rare, increasingly collectible example with exceptional provenance.