Mini Servicing

Look no further than Mini Sport for your guide to Mini maintenance and upgrades. Our series of blog posts are packed with ideas, tips, and tricks to keep your Mini running smoothly, all from the comfort of your own home.  Check out our previous maintenance posts! – see here. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a curious beginner, we'll take...

This week on the blog we’re approaching the subject of ensuring your Mini is watertight, that means no leaks! Although yes, we are technically in Spring,  let’s not forget, in the UK sunshine is never guaranteed & rain is never far away… Ensuring that your Mini is watertight will help prevent rust/rot by simply spending a short while checking the...

The next blog in our ‘Home Servicing’ series -"Detailing your Mini"  can be undertaken by ANYONE, no matter your level of Mini expertise! Whether you're hitting the road or attending a Mini event, make sure your beloved little car is turning heads by giving it the TLC it deserves. Grab a detailing kit, roll up your sleeves, and let your...

With fuel prices rapidly rising across the globe, the cost of running your car is increasing. With growing concerns that the cost of petrol may surpass £2 a litre this year, drivers are looking for ways to save on fuel costs, reducing driving expenses... Good news, this is where your Mini comes in! Let's not forget why the Mini was...

Perhaps one of the most important safety parts on your Mini, it's essential to understand what Mini Brake Pads are & what they do! This week on the blog we're looking at the different kinds of Mini Brake Pads available, how to make them last longer, how to replace them yourself & much more. Mini Brake pads The braking system...

This week on the blog we're taking a look at common Mini Breakdown problems & our top 10 tips for avoiding them! All simple checks that you can do yourself at home to help keep you prepared on the road.   Keep your Mini serviced regularly Save the date in your phone's planner or mark it on a calendar to...

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 visibility vest, especially when it's...

This must be one of the most controversial questions when it comes to Mini Restoration. Do you keep everything as standard as possible or do you modify it? And if so, by how much? Well we see it all here at Mini Sport, from the most beautifully restored Mk1 Minis to super fast Bike Engined, modified Minis and the end...

Carrying on our quick, no-nonsense overview of parts that will improve car performance and economy for the better! All facts no frosting! Next up, the Mini Sport ‘Adjusta-ride’ adjustable suspension kit. Precision engineered from pressure die cast high specification alloy with high tensile cadmium plated steel adjustment, this full kit is a direct replacement for the original suspension struts and can...

The Mini is one of the most recognisable and well-loved vehicles around. For over 60 years, its abilities to offer a unique driving experience for the fraction of the cost of other vehicles has seen it gain admirers from all over the world. At the heart of this love is the Mini engines that are able to get the most out of...