It’s non-threatening. Chicks dig it. Kids get the point and laugh at it. It’s sooo cuuuute. It’s also RHD for that extra little chuckle. But underneath, it’s got a bit of an attitude. There’s a 1293cc engine built by Rob …
LHD mini
Work in progress!
76 Canadian market mini 1000. Suspension is hilos with camber arms. 7.5” disc brakes up front with later wider drums out back. Custom widened 60’s 10” cooper s reverse wheels 6” and 6.5” widths wrapped with Yokohama A008 tires. Engine …
Working a sport bike engine transplant.
Fully restored Clubman Mini that’s been converted to a mid engine RWD with a 2002 Acura type S 3.5L v6 with an M90 Eaton supercharger mounted atop. 6 speed Accord trans with LSD. QA1 dual adjustable shocks and wilwood discs …
1975 Austin Mini 1000. Easily my favorite car.
Fun little around town toy
Car
I bought a bare Mini 1000 shell out of upstate NY in hopes of building a fun Cooper S replica. After LOTS of metal fabrication, here’s what I ended up with. Powered by a 110hp modified 1275cc A-series motor, fed …