Very Rare R50 Mini Cooper with Genuine John Cooper Garages JCW 'C' Tuning Kit A rare opportunity to purchase an early R50 Mini Cooper fitted with an authentic John Cooper Garages JCW tuning kit, complete with its original 'JCW/C' numbered engine plate. These early "C"series conversions were carried out by John Cooper Garages before BMW acquired the JCW brand, and are widely regarded as the beginning of the modern JCW tuning programme. This example is an early conversion, identified by its JCW/C plate, and represents a significant piece of early2000s Mini and JCW history. Specification Genuine John Cooper Garages JCW 'C' conversion JCW/C numbered engine plate confirming early JCG provenance Indi Blue exterior Cordoba Beige leather interior Factory Aero Kit 17" alloy wheels Air conditioning Recent headlining replacement Book pack & partial service history MOT valid until May 2027 with 151,500 miles on the clock and Recently serviced this car is being sold from a private collection of early and rare Minis. Mechanically well maintained with a recent service. The interior presents well with a small rip in the drivers seat but does benefit from a new headlining. As expected for its age and mileage, there are some age related marks, and the bumpers would benefit from a respray to be perfect. Why This Car Matters Early JCW "C" conversions are genuinely scarce and represent the first chapter of the modern JCW performance lineage. Cars converted by John Cooper Garages before the brand's integration into BMW are increasingly sought after by collectors and Mini enthusiasts. Selling due to lack of use and a potential new car arriving. A rare chance to own an early, authentic John Cooper Garages JCW converted Mini. Please message for more info, pictures and videos.