Rover Mini Full Restoration Job
I created this blog out of my own interest and passion !.. and for any Classic Mini enthusiast looking to buy, restore or get to know and understand how this Little but very clever old British Icon is put together, the different models and variations available. It was so far ahead in its days in design standards that it has stood the test of time and is still very popular today.
I must admit I have been in the motor vehicle trade for over 30 years and have always highly regarded the Mini but found this a pain to work on compared with the conventional rear wheel drive layout. The tight configuration of the Sub-frames with a transverse engine was a genius invention for this vehicle back in the early days 1959/60's allowing 80% of the floor pan space for passengers and luggage.
I have worked on many old classics in the past but not this one.. I decided this was going to be my new Classic Mini Project. I was very keen to get started and I kind of knew from experience in my previous job as an Automobile Engineer here in the U.K.. which model to go for, I chose the 1992 Rover Mini Cooper Spi model over the MPI and Carburettor models, purely for reliability! No tuning problems providing you get a good one.
- Classic Mini Buyers Guide
- Restoration Guide
- Service maintenance guide to keep your Mini Healthy
Before rushing out and buying an old Mini there are certain points and factors which need to be understood.