This 2002 Mini Cooper S R53, originally from Switzerland, is a third-hand vehicle with 234,000 km on the clock. The seller states that the engine was completely rebuilt in 2014 at 190,000 km and now has 44,000 km on the clock. The seller indicates that the vehicle is in good overall condition. This car has undergone a complete, documented "fast road" conversion.

Externally, the seller indicates that the vehicle is in average condition. The black bodywork has some visible defects in the roof rack. There is some minor corrosion under the left rear light and on the fuel filler flap (not perforating).

Inside, the seller indicates that the vehicle is in good condition. The seller notes wear on the seat pillars (marks from use, no holes) and the headliner is beginning to sag at the sides. The steering wheel and dashboard are in good condition. This car has the following features:
- heated leather sports seats
- panoramic sunroof
- Professional 16:9 GPS
- VDO pressure gauges (pressure/temperature)
- Xenon headlights
- automatic climate control
- reversing radars

The engine is a 1.6-litre supercharged 4-cylinder developing approximately 210 hp (BFR management). The mechanics are functioning normally, as is the 6-speed manual gearbox. The seller notes that the lightweight single-mass flywheel is noisier than the original and that occasional idling instability may occur when the engine is hot. The seller has invoices available in the gallery detailing the engine overhaul (Wiseco forged pistons, camshaft). The preparation includes the following improvements:
Engine/gearbox:
- Working capital management ≃ 210 hp 220 nm
- Wiseco forged pistons
- Alta compressor pulley 15%
- Alta crankshaft pulley 2%
- Bosch 550cc injectors
- K&N filter in the original air box
- Airtec heat exchanger
- Airtec oil cooler
- Lightweight flywheel and reinforced clutch
- Friedrich Motorsport (FMS) catback with homologation paper
- Silicone cooling and intake hoses (Samco)
- Reinforced water jar (aluminium)
Chassis:
- H&R Clubsport threaded units (on registration document)
- OMP front anti-roll bar
- Powerflex engine mounts
- Aviation hoses (on vehicle registration document)
- Group N discs (on vehicle registration document)
- Ferodo brake pads
Recently, she has benefited from the following interviews:
- April 2025: Charge pipe, NGK spark plugs, coil wires, battery and intake seal.
- September 2024: 5W50 Molygen oil change, fuel pressure regulator, MAP/TMAP sensors.
- September 2023: Compressor service, accessory belt and bypass valve.
The oil will be changed before sale.

The car has four Japan Racing JR12 rims in very good condition fitted with Zeknova semi-slick tyres (approved on the vehicle registration document). A second set of original 17-inch rims with winter tyres is included.

The seller is a private individual located in Geneva, Switzerland (1200) and is available for viewings during the sale. The car will be sold with its Swiss registration document, documentation and invoices.
The vehicle is being sold without reserve.