1970 Morris Mini Police Cooper S
Australia.
The Mini Cooper; introduced in 1961 featured a racing-tuned 997cc engine, twin SU carburettors, closer-ratio gearbox and front disc brakes. The further improved 1963 Cooper S got the larger 1071cc tuned engine, (then 1275cc in 1964) race suspension and better brakes.
Cooper S Minis were supplied to the Australian and New Zealand Highway Patrol. This Special Order 41 (modified inlet manifold, distributor and cylinder head, free flow exhaust) was supplied to the NSW Police in late 1970. Other changes included the addition of the mesh sunvisor, drivers weather shield, Wibroc rear view mirror, driving lights, sump guard, reversing lights and siren. In the boot was a beacon light, safety triangles, axe and pinch bar. Inside; iluminated ,Police, sign, hand held spot light, 2 way radio, fire extinguisher, accessory power socket, extended toggle switches, Tachometer, extra police speedo and siren switch.
1970 Morris Mini Police Cooper S
Australia.
The Mini Cooper; introduced in 1961 featured a racing-tuned 997cc engine, twin SU carburettors, closer-ratio gearbox and front disc brakes. The further improved 1963 Cooper S got the larger 1071cc tuned engine, (then 1275cc in 1964) race suspension and better brakes.
Cooper S Minis were supplied to the Australian and New Zealand Highway Patrol. This Special Order 41 (modified inlet manifold, distributor and cylinder head, free flow exhaust) was supplied to the NSW Police in late 1970. Other changes included the addition of the mesh sunvisor, drivers weather shield, Wibroc rear view mirror, driving lights, sump guard, reversing lights and siren. In the boot was a beacon light, safety triangles, axe and pinch bar. Inside; iluminated ,Police, sign, hand held spot light, 2 way radio, fire extinguisher, accessory power socket, extended toggle switches, Tachometer, extra police speedo and siren switch.