Ep 3. 2002 Mini Cooper S MC40

In Wheeler Dealers season 18 episode 3, Edd China and Mike Brewer take on the challenge of restoring a 2002 Mini Cooper S MC40. This particular Mini Cooper is a limited edition, with only 1,000 ever made, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the original Mini Cooper's victory at the Monte Carlo rally. Mike and Edd get their hands on a relatively good-condition MC40, but it still needs a lot of work to get it back to its former glory.

The exterior of the car is in fairly good shape, but the paintwork is starting to fade and there are some dents and scratches that need repairing. Edd gets to work on the bodywork, tackling the dents and repairing any rust spots. He also replaces some of the decals on the car to make it look as good as new.

Under the hood, the Mini Cooper needs some work. Edd discovers that the car's head gasket has blown, which is a common problem for early Mini Cooper S models. He replaces the gasket and performs a full service on the car to make sure it's running smoothly. He also upgrades the car's air intake and exhaust system to increase performance.

One of the key features of the MC40 is its unique interior. The seats are trimmed in red leather with white stripes, and there are a variety of other special touches throughout the cockpit. However, the interior of this particular Mini Cooper is in need of some serious attention. Edd gets to work replacing the worn out leather seats and restoring the dashboard and other components.

Once the car is looking and running as good as new, Mike takes it out for a test drive. He's impressed by the car's power and handling, and he's sure that it will be a hit with collectors and Mini Cooper enthusiasts. However, he knows that they're going to have to get a good price for it if they want to turn a profit.

To get the best possible price for the MC40, Mike takes it to a Mini Cooper expert for an appraisal. The expert is impressed with the car and thinks that it will fetch a great price at auction. Mike and Edd take the car to a classic car auction, where they're hopeful that it will attract the right buyer.

Overall, this episode of Wheeler Dealers is a great example of how Mike and Edd work together to restore a classic car to its former glory. They don't spare any details, and they're determined to deliver a high-quality product that will appeal to both collectors and casual fans of the Mini Cooper. Viewers will enjoy watching them work their magic on the 2002 Mini Cooper S MC40 and see the final results at the end of the episode.