February 2022
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Liz Blake’s 2000 Rover Mini Cooper Sportspack arrived with us here at Mini Sport in a bit of a sorry state, having lived in the Lake District on a farm for many years this Mini was almost constantly exposed to moisture & never given the chance to dry out! Suffering from deep corrosion & rot, […]
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Categories: Mini Sport News & Mini PartsMini Sport 4 Pin Differential
This week on the blog we thought it would be great to feature a Mini part which is ideal for both road and rally… the Mini Differential! As always, we spoke with our Sales Manager Mick down in the showroom, who picked out the Mini Sport 4 Pin Differential from our collection as a stand-out […]
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Categories: Mini Sport News & Mini PartsClassic Mini Rubber Suspension Cones
Being champions of innovative brilliance throughout our time in the Mini spares and parts industry, Mini Sport have endeavoured to forge relationships with the most exceptional product manufacturers. This way, we can always ensure that we are supplying the best, most professional service to our customers. An example of this can be found in […]
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If you’re a proud Mini owner, searching around for Mini spares to help you to get your classic car back to its best, how can you ensure that you’re able to find the right service? You will need one that has plenty of experience, a great technical expertise and a genuine enthusiasm for its industry – all […]
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To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the legendary Mini Cooper in 2022, Charlie Cooper, grandson of the visionary creator of the iconic car, John Cooper CBE, has donated an exclusive limited edition ‘JCW’ MINI to The Italian Job (www.italianjob.com) to help raise funds for children impacted by the pandemic. The proceeds from the sale of […]
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This week, we’re sharing the most common Mini breakdown issues and our top 10 tips to help you avoid them! These are all simple checks you can do at home to keep your Mini running smoothly and prepared for the road. 1. Keep Your Mini Serviced Regularly Set reminders in your phone or mark your [...] -
Categories: Mini Sport NewsThe Mini: Through The Ages
Throughout the last 60+ years, The Mini has carved out a unique reputation thanks to its exceptional design, driving experience and economical cost. Even today, despite its mass production days being behind it, this classic car is still loved by so many people – Mini restoration, repair and racing still being popular hobbies amongst people […]
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The Mini originally captured attention for its ability to be an economical drive and then surprised everyone by showing off a great racing ability during the 1960s. It’s the image of the Mini that stays with people though – even those who aren’t necessarily fans of anything automotive will know what a Mini is. […]
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Categories: Mini CooperThe History Of The Mini Cooper
As a team of Mini specialists, we’re very passionate about the true British icon that is the Mini Cooper. It’s not just a stylish vehicle that looks great, they’re powerful tools of automotive engineering and our team of drivers have performed superbly in racing events in previous years, showcasing both their incredible talent as drivers and [...] -
My Mini has broken down – what should I do? Stay calm & be cautious of other road users. Turn on your hazard lights & pull over to get your Mini off the road. Always leave a broken down vehicle by the left-hand side, ensuring that you are visible (wear light clothes or a high […]