This week on the blog we decided to take a look at relatively easy DIY jobs you can undertake on your Mini at home... These simple jobs can prevent your Mini from breaking down, they can save you money & help ensure your Mini is as healthy as can be - prolonging it's life & performance! Periodic Inspections Every now...

Over 50 years ago, the Mini established itself as a ‘must-have’ car for drivers everywhere; a massive factor in this was the success of Paddy Hopkirk as he roared to victory in the 1964 Monte Carlo Rally in his Mini Cooper S.   In an interview with the Belfast Telegraph, Paddy recounted that famous moment, as well as some other...

This week on the blog we're taking a look at the steps you would take to remove or fit your Mini's Cylinder Head... To remove a Mini Cylinder Head: The first step in removing a Mini Cylinder Head is to disconnect the earth strap / negative terminal from the battery, along with disconnecting the Bottom Hose at the Water Pump...

Ever wished that you could replicate that iconic livery from your favourite rally Minis, or wished that you could express your (or rather your Minis) individuality through decals? Applying a Mini decal or livery to your Mini doesn't have to be a daunting task - it is actually relatively easy, IF you approach it correctly! This week on our blog...

This year's Showroom Christmas Opening Times for all your Mini Sport needs. Mini Sport's showroom & phones will be open for the following times over Christmas & New Year: Thursday 23rd Dec - TBC Friday 24th Dec - CLOSED Saturday 25th Dec - CLOSED Sunday 26th Dec - CLOSED Monday 27th Dec - CLOSED Tuesday 28th Dec - CLOSED Wednesday...

Are you storing your Classic Mini this Winter? As we approach the colder months, many of us are starting to think about storing your Classic Mini for Winter. There are some preventative measures that you can take to ensure your Mini is protected whilst in storage. Since the introduction of the new E10 fuel in the UK, there has been...

"In some ways it's surprising, but there is undoubtedly a market still for small cars. The only reason it is surprising is when we see the number of SUVs on the road now and just how big cars have been getting. Even some “small” cars have got rather big, which in itself is something quite astonishing. But some decades ago, small...

Despite having to run a reduced rallying calendar in 2021 (due to the on-going issues that Covid-19 has presented), we were delighted with the turnout for each of the Mini Sport Cup rounds! We've had a close battle for the Championship, with it all boiling down to the final round of the Championship at Glyn Memorial Stages at the end...

As Mini specialists, we owe our profession to those who made this wonderful car brand a worldwide success. So with the 18th November being the birth date of Alec Issigonis, the designer of the original Mini, we’re going to take a look back at his life and career, summing up his contribution to the Mini.   World-Leading Mini Specialists Ever...

HRCR Mini Sport Cup: Cheviot Stages 4th Round Review Sunday 24th October saw 6 of our Mini crews gear up to compete in the Ford Parts Cheviot Stages Rally for the 4th Round of the 2021 HRCR Mini Sport Cup! Competing over the course 13 stages on the notoriously difficult Otterburn Ranges, our Mini Sport Cup crews had a battle...