New Classic mini owner

[neillane]

Good Morning 

I am new to the Classic Mini's and would like to find out more about the car I have bought to restore.

The window wiper motor has 1975 as the year but not sure if this is original to the car 

Mini "bullnose"

Chassis tag :  - XA2S1 - 5002243  U 
Build tag :  - A2S7    32050  (built in Blackheath Cape Town)


Would also like to know if the Engine is original to the car too 

Engine number : - 10H743J-H5213
 
I have been able to determine that this is an 1100cc "big bore" motor that was only available in SA.

There is also another number riveted to the front : 1055849, but I have no idea what this number is for.

I have removed some of the paint to reveal the original colour.  Looks like (again from the internet) that the colour would be "Smoked Grey".  I am very keen to return the car to the original factory colour.

If there is anyone who is able to assist me if finding out more about my car, I would appreciate it.

Neil