Introducing the Genuine British Motor Heritage Mk1 Mini Body Shell, a masterpiece of restoration excellence. British Motor Heritage (BMH) is renowned for its dedication to supplying the highest quality panels and complete body shells for all marks of classic Minis. This latest offering, the Mk1 body shell, represents a significant achievement, marking the availability of complete body shells for models dating back to the Mk1's inception.
At Mini Sport, we're thrilled to offer this opportunity to restore a piece of Mini history, perfect for restoration enthusiasts and classic car collectors alike. With British Motor Heritage's Mk1 Mini Body Shell, you're not just restoring a car; you're reviving a legend.
Distinctive Features of the Mk1 Shell:
- Smaller door apertures featuring unique step profiles, accommodating the iconic sliding window doors with external hinges.
- Compact rear window and side windows, tailored to the Mk1's original design specifications.
- A meticulously recreated rear light mounting setup, true to the Mk1 era.
- Detailed differences in 'A' panels, hinge reinforcements, cant rails, floors, sills, parcel shelves, switch panel, boot panel, bonnet, inner valences, front valance, and number plate mounting, all echoing the Mk1's unique characteristics.
These details are a nod to the shell's appeal to historic motorsport enthusiasts and builders seeking the most authentic restoration.
Customisation Options:
Beyond the primer finish, Mini Sport offers the option to deliver your body shell painted in your choice of colour. This service allows for a personalised touch to your restoration, ensuring your classic Mini not only meets but surpasses original factory standards in appearance. For more information on customisation options or to discuss your project, our team of classic Mini experts is here to assist you every step of the way.
Brand new British Motor Heritage MK1 Mini Bodyshell, complete with bonnet, boot and doors finished in primer.
British Motor Heritage (BMH) has long since been at the forefront of suppling individual panels for all marks of classic Minis, and complete bodyshells for models from 1976 onwards. What’s been missing until now is the Holy Grail, a full replacement shell for the MK1, but the wait is now over! The first production batch will commence in April, with deliveries occurring through May and June.
The early body is markedly different from its later counterparts. The major variances include:
Smaller: door aperture with different step profiles; sliding window doors with external hinges; rear window; rear side windows; rear light mounting
Different: ‘A’ panels and hinge reinforcements; cant rails; floors; sills; front and rear parcel shelves; switch panel; boot panel, bonnet and inner valences; front valance and number plate mounting
The new shell from BMH is now supplied with the early MKI bulkhead crossmember assembly. The MKI shell will not have the rotodip hole in the rear seat squab; recognising that a significant element of demand for the new shells will almost certainly be for historic motorsport.
Order now to secure your body shell in the first production batch.
We can also provide body shells painted in your choice of colour! Contact us for further information and prices.
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