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Are you contemplating fitting a set of Moulton Smootha Ride Front Suspension Cones to your Classic Mini? We understand that many Mini enthusiasts take on this task themselves, and it can be quite a frustrating job. That's why we've decided to provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to fit a front Suspension Cone. [...] -
This week for our ‘Home Servicing’ series, we’re talking you through servicing your Mini’s Suspension! On the following blog, we’ll tell you what you need and how to do it! Tools required :- Wheel brace Wheel alignment tool Torque wrench Suspension compression tool Assorted AF spanners and sockets Hammer Screwdrivers Ball joint splitter Grease gun […]
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Categories: Mini Servicing & Services at Mini SportWhat's that noise?
This week on the blog we’ve decided to approach an issue that plagues so many of us at one point or another… A mysterious sound coming from your Mini! Where is it coming from? What is causing that? How do I stop it? Well, in the following blog we hope we can address a couple […]
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Categories: Restoration Projects & Mini Sport NewsTrevor Roberts 1932 - 2020
Last month we said goodbye to a very dear friend of ours, Trevor Roberts. Trevor has been a part of Mini Sport from very the beginning, being friends with Brian & Heather before they were married – but so much more than just a friend, Trevor is very much part of the Harper family, even […]
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Categories: Mini Servicing & Mini Sport NewsMini Sport, Cooper Car Company & Paddy Hopkirk 4 Pot Brake Caliper Kits Fitting Help & Advice
Brakes are a safety critical part of any vehicle, we recommend that fitting brake calipers & other brake parts should only be carried out by a professional mechanic. Before you start, here’s a list of what you’ll need to hand: • Dust mask • Safety specs • Gloves • Jack • Axle stand • Wheel […]
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Categories: Paddy Hopkirk MBE & ArticlesDrive with Paddy Hopkirk Book
Following a tremendous career in the world of motorsport, as the man who put the Mini on the map with his iconic Monte win back in ’64, Paddy has been in the public eye ever since. He served as the president of the BRDC for many years, is currently an ambassador for MINI & IAM […]
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Categories: Mini Sport NewsMk1 Barn Find!
A Rare Find When it comes to Classic Mini’s, barn finds are the holy grail. Anyone with a wallet and an eBay account can find the car of their dreams, but barn finds are a special kind of magic – the search for the perfect car, left untouched for years (maybe decades?!), abandoned, disregarded and […]
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We're recently completed work on a restoration on a 1964 Mini Cooper S! Our client envisioned a 'cool London zoom-around Mini,' transitioning from a white classic to a striking Brewster Green with a black roof. With a clear vision in mind, the journey of this Mini Cooper S restoration began. At Mini Sport, our experts [...] -
Categories: Restoration Projects & Mini Sport NewsMini Van Overhaul
Back in December we were tasked with completely revamping this sorry-looking Mini Van… Wishing for a new lease of life for their recent purchase, were owners Alex Munday & Vincent Gruber, who procured this 1981 Austin Morris Mini Van in the hopes of having it transformed into transportation that they would be proud to have […]
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Categories: Mini Sport News & MADMini Sport Pushing Engineering Boundaries…
Here at Mini Sport, we recently celebrated our 50th Anniversary in November by holding a Gala Dinner with all our Mini Sport friends! To mark this momentous occasion, we decided we would like to take the opportunity to raise some money for a charity. After not so much deliberation, it was set that we would be raising funds […]