Hot Wheels Austin Mini Cooper S – Then and Now 71/250
R100,00
Add the Hot Wheels Austin Mini Cooper S to your collection. Numbered 71/250 in the 2026 mainline and 1/10 in the Then and Now series, this 1:64 scale die-cast classic is finished in red with a white roof, racing roundels and chrome disc wheels, sealed on its original blister card.
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Description
Hot Wheels Austin Mini Cooper S – The Original Pocket Rocket
The Hot Wheels Austin Mini Cooper S is a 1:64 scale die-cast tribute to the car that defined 1960s motorsport. Numbered 71/250 in the 2026 mainline assortment and 1/10 in the Then and Now series, this New for 2026 casting is finished in classic red with a contrasting white roof, white racing roundels on the doors and chrome disc wheels. Chrome bumpers, a detailed front grille and side mirrors complete the unmistakable look of the original icon.
Product Details
- Brand: Hot Wheels (Mattel)
- Model: Austin Mini Cooper S
- Scale: 1:64
- Mainline Number: 71/250
- Series Position: 1/10 (Then and Now)
- Year: 2026 (New Casting)
- Colour: Red with white roof and racing roundels
- Wheels: Chrome disc
- Features: Chrome bumpers, detailed grille, side mirrors
- Material: Die-cast metal body with plastic parts
- Packaging: Original Hot Wheels blister card
About the Real Austin Mini Cooper S
The Mini was designed by Sir Alec Issigonis for the British Motor Corporation and launched in 1959. It became an icon of 1960s British popular culture and was voted the second most influential car of the 20th century — behind only the Ford Model T. cite🛠web_search:21#5:~:text=In 1999 the Mini was voted the second most influential car of the 20th Century, behind the Ford Model T
The Cooper S was the high-performance version developed in collaboration with John Cooper of the Cooper Car Company. Released in 1963, it featured a larger 1,071 cc engine, nitrided steel crankshaft, strengthened bottom end, servo-assisted disc brakes and twin fuel tanks. cite🛠web_search:21#2:~:text=A more powerful Mini Cooper, dubbed the “S”, was developed in tandem and released in 1963. Featuring a 1,071 cc (1.1 L; 65.4 cu in) engine and larger disc brakes The Cooper S became a giant-killer on rally stages, winning the Monte Carlo Rally outright in 1964, 1965 and 1967. cite🛠web_search:21#5:~:text=The Mini Cooper and Cooper “S” were sportier versions that were successful as rally cars, winning the Monte Carlo Rally four times from 1964 through to 1967 The car also achieved immortality on screen as the star of the classic film The Italian Job (1969), where three red, white and blue Mini Cooper S models carried out one of cinema’s most memorable heists.
About the Then and Now Series
The Then and Now mini collection pairs classic automotive icons with their modern equivalents, celebrating the evolution of performance across decades. The Austin Mini Cooper S opens the 2026 series as vehicle 1/10 — a fitting position for the original hot hatch that proved you didn’t need a big engine to win big races.
About Hot Wheels
Hot Wheels is the world’s leading die-cast vehicle brand, now produced by Mattel. Since 1968, Hot Wheels has captured the imagination of collectors and kids alike with its blend of licensed real-world vehicles and original fantasy designs. Browse the full Hot Wheels mainline collection or explore more British car die-cast in our store.
Why Add This Model to Your Collection?
The Austin Mini Cooper S is essential for fans of British die-cast, rally cars and Hot Wheels mainline collectors. As a 2026 new casting, it represents the first time this specific Mini generation has appeared in the mainline in this form, complete with period-correct racing livery. Whether you display it alongside other Mini castings or as part of your classic car collection, this little red giant-slayer delivers 1960s motorsport heritage in 1:64 scale.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. Choking hazard – small parts. Not suitable for children under 3 years.
Hot Wheels Austin Mini Cooper S – Then and Now 71/250 – Quick Facts
| Brand | Hot Wheels |
|---|---|
| Collector Number | 71/250 |
| Scale | 1:64 |
| Condition | Checked by Unnew |
| SKU | 184 |
| Sold By | Unnew – diecast cars delivered across South Africa |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy the Hot Wheels Austin Mini Cooper S – Then and Now 71/250 in South Africa?
The Hot Wheels Austin Mini Cooper S – Then and Now 71/250 is available online from Unnew, a South African diecast store specialising in Hot Wheels, Matchbox and other collectable model cars. Every model is physically checked before dispatch and sent with fast local courier delivery.
What scale is the Hot Wheels Austin Mini Cooper S – Then and Now 71/250?
This Hot Wheels model is a 1:64 scale diecast replica with a metal body and detailed finish, the same size as standard Hot Wheels and Matchbox mainline cars, so it fits perfectly into an existing 1:64 scale collection.
Is the Hot Wheels Austin Mini Cooper S – Then and Now 71/250 new or pre-owned?
Every model sold by Unnew is physically checked for condition before it is listed, so you always know exactly what you are getting. Photos show the actual item you will receive.
Product details verified by Unnew on 3 October 2026.
