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This is for the classic mini cooper lovers out there. If you own one, have some awesome pictures, or run into some awesome news about them, this is the place to post it.

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Hi guys , some old minis I came across other day

Repairs needed one thinks

17 Comments
2024/11/09
16:55 UTC

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Stopping theft πŸ”—πŸ”’

(Pic just for attention)

Just wondering what sort of claps are people using or would recommend? πŸ€”

18 Comments
2024/11/09
09:47 UTC

38

SPI vs MPI. Which is it?

Im new to Classic mini world. I know this is a JDM but trying to narrow down spi vs mpi.

Having a rear turn single and stop light issue with on the rear right side. Oddly the running light works. Replace the bulb and still no dice. What next? Check the grounds?

38 Comments
2024/11/05
20:54 UTC

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ThirdShedMoto - Bulkhead Blanking kit

Our V2 Bulkhead blanking kits are available. These greatly reduce the amount of engine noise and fumes which come through into the cabin. Feel free to ask any questions. Prices are in NZD not USD. Cheers!

https://www.thirdshedmoto.com/shop/p/classic-mini-bulkhead-plate-kit

https://reddit.com/link/1gj5qe0/video/gc2y32je6tyd1/player

5 Comments
2024/11/04
04:00 UTC

7

Squealing when accelerating (video)

Hi guys,

My girlfriend has a 1981 mini 1000. Drove from London out north east absolutely fine. Came back into London this evening and a squealing noise started to occur when accelerating and pulling away from lights.

The sound is akin to rubber on tarmac, it happened in low gears when the revving was at its highest. I have read it could be the alternator. We pulled in and turned the engine off. Turned it back on and revved it when in a stationary position. The noise was hardly heard. Side note - did see black smoke when high revving in a standstill position / parked up.

(Sorry about my legs).

10 Comments
2024/11/03
19:44 UTC

54

Looking for new interior panels

I want to replace the interior panels/dashboard/carpet on my 1968 Mini. Does anyone have a recommendation on where I could find them?

5 Comments
2024/11/02
06:00 UTC

3

Installing an AMR500 supercharger

Just would like the know if anyone has installed an AMR500 on 1275cc Mini. Is it worth it? How many pounds of boost can I expect from the supercharger?

I have just replaced the head gasket to a BK450. What are the next steps needed to run a reliable setup?

Thank you

2 Comments
2024/11/02
03:05 UTC

32

How does this sound?

Got this old engine running after building it from a pile of bits. It’s going into my 1975 Morris. Just wanting to hear thoughts

11 Comments
2024/11/01
06:29 UTC

4

Is this level of tapping too much? Video from the bottom, didn't get one from the top.

6 Comments
2024/11/01
00:31 UTC

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I took one of my Mini's to the track at the beginning of the year. Failed brake master and ECU but I had fun whilst it was working

5 Comments
2024/10/31
08:44 UTC

6

Mini Buying Advice

Hoping to buy my dad a mini next year. Up to Β£7.5k must be in the UK or Ireland. Would love something with a bit of kick. 1275cc minimum, maybe a turbo. What should I be looking out for? Something that’s ready to go preferably, maybe some minor restoration work. The range of years and models can be overwhelming. Hoping to get something that can narrow the search. Cheers

14 Comments
2024/10/31
06:20 UTC

93

A tight squeeze... heading for hibernation...

14 Comments
2024/10/29
20:22 UTC

5

Quiet exhaust recommendations?

I have an Spi and the previous owner added some β€œperformance” from minimania which I’ve slowly been removing.

It has a straight center exit exhaust which is loud in terms of cabin noise so as part of my plan to make the car internally quieter, I’m thinking of replacing the exhaust.

Diesel anyone have recommendations for a quiet exhaust that isn’t a total drag on the system?

It’s an auto so I need every bit of power I can get.

14 Comments
2024/10/29
17:16 UTC

1

Best aftermarket exhaust that fits nicely in factory exhaust tunnel?

I bought my 1992 Rover 1.3 Mini with a lovely twin pipe exhaust but because of the brackets holding the sections together it sits lower and catches on speed bumps which isn’t ideal. Does anyone recommendation any aftermarket exhausts that sound lovely but sit a bit higher (possibly still twin pipe)?

15 Comments
2024/10/29
09:23 UTC

34

Does anyone need a Restoration Manual

Shoot me a message if you do, I’m in the USA.

12 Comments
2024/10/29
04:24 UTC

8

Semenyih Mini Group - Malaysia

0 Comments
2024/10/28
22:51 UTC

72

1st Malaysia Mini Dayyyyy

SMG

2 Comments
2024/10/28
05:02 UTC

233

Get your skates on!

Forgot about this one! A track day back in 2020.

Love how the covid masks make it look we’ve just pulled off a heist, and are trying to lose the cops in the unmarked McLaren.

7 Comments
2024/10/27
18:22 UTC

2

Engine randomly cut off on the motorway

So basically yesterday I was driving my 1991 998 rover mini city down the motorway at about 55-60mph when suddenly the engine decided to cut off without any warning, luckily there was a turning to a quiet backroad however it refused to re start. It cranks fine but just won’t catch a spark. When this happened there was no noise or smoke or anything, it felt like a stall but no ignition lights came on the dash which makes me think it may be a fuel issue or something as I stupidly filled (possibly overfilled) the tank to the brim. I’m thinking that maybe this has created some sort of vacuum and pushed too much fuel into the carb causing it to flood, hence it not restarting. It had a 1500 quid full check over and a lot of work done a month of so ago and has been running perfectly up till now but I’m slightly worried it could be a more serious issue. Has anyone had any similar experience or has any ideas what could have caused this?

Thanks very much.

11 Comments
2024/10/27
14:52 UTC

90

They are back!

12 Comments
2024/10/27
09:29 UTC

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Is 1/8” difference in ride height between the rear left and rear right wheels okay?

Like at what point should I go back and re do it? My right rear wheel is currently sitting 1/8” higher than the left rear wheel. Is that acceptable?

9 Comments
2024/10/26
20:26 UTC

2

Is there any reason the wipers/ washer jets/ heater fan don’t work after fitting spotlights?

Fitted spotlights with their own switch, relay, earth and 12V feed off the starter. Since wiring it in those things have stopped working, I’ve changed the fuse and tested the new fuse with a multimeter so I know it’s not that and I removed the spotlight wire from the starter incase that was interfering. Any reason this might happen or any thing else to test?

10 Comments
2024/10/26
17:18 UTC

2

New fan belt doesn’t fit?

Bought a new fan belt and its slightly wider and got a flat bottom rather than v-shaped despite it saying it should fit my car. What’s the correct fan belt for a 1992 1275cc carb Mini?

8 Comments
2024/10/25
17:47 UTC

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