mini cooper

[ken martin]

Folks. I have ben looking for a miini as a work car,.....went to yohoo and found some that are in th UK..... low price? does anybody have expirience or advice here?

thanks
KM

[jtkkz]

What kind of mini are you looking for?
the BMW mini or the original mini?

My friend is selling his mini
email me directly if interested

[masraum]

As a daily driver the BMW mini would probably be the better more modern car, but I much prefer the original. I'd love to be able to buy your buddies car. It looks like a nice one.

[1967 R50/2]

I agree wth Masraum.

I have some experience with classic MINI and first and foremost let me say they are VERY fun to drive. However, I will tell you it can be very frustrating as a daily driver...especially if you are tall or even slightly of large dimensions.

1. There is very little shoulder-room...you are best off with your arm out the window. The seat does not adjust much...so forget about sliding it back or forward. I think it probably moves a total of 2 inches on a vertical diagonal.

2. There is no AC. In Texas, that is a recipe for disaster.

3. They handle great, but there is basically no travel on the suspension so if you have to deal with even a moderate amount of potholes, you'll know it.

4. Good low down torque but no top end.

5. No trunk to speak of.

6. Even among brit-cars, the front wheel drive makes it kind of a stand-out so you may have trouble getting it fixed. If you do your own work, of course that is not problem.

7. No range. Most classic MINIs have a six gallon tank. Gas mileage isn't as good as you might think because it has the aerodynamics of a brick.

8. Cheapo components.

9. Oh yeah...no safety. Even the latest pre-bmw MINIs were not what you would call "safe". They had a driver side airbag, but when that A-Series engine winds up in your lap, that won't mean much.

The BMW built MINI on the other hand, kept most of what was good about the old MINI (handling and small size) and threw in a heap of technology, quality materials, and room where it needed it. They are also seriously safe with 6 airbags, crush zones, abs, the works. I would go with that. Much better as a daily driver.

If you are still game for a classic go to http://www.turkys.com He imports lots of classic minis from NZ and OZ. Less rust down there.

JTKKZ- Your friends car looks like a late model Knightsbridge with KAD aftermarket brakes...nice. How did he come by it?

[jtkkz]

1967 r50/2

True, but gas mileage on this car is very good cause it has fuel injection. The stock motor got well over 40+ mpg.
This new motor will still do well over 30+mpg

This car has a 7 gallon gas tank

My friend had a new motor installed 1340cc 110HP full race motor
race cam, ported and polished stage 5 heads and much more.

Mini Cooper MPI Sportpak
Exterior color: Dark Blue
Interior color: Beige Leather interior
Electric sunroof
New dunlop tires
Immaculate Condition; Completely Restored
1340cc full race fuel injected motor
11.5 Compression Ratio
3.10 gears
4 speed
SRracer suspension (adjustable hi-los)
KAD front calipers, 8.5" drilled rotors
Alloy superfin rear drums

Included in sale: Original Stock Motor, Original stock suspension and brakes. Stainless exhaust brand new (not yet installed)

email: jtkkz@comcast.net if still interested

[David]

I've got friend in Houston that's selling one. PM me if you're interested.

[jtkkz]

More pics







Yes he does have many aftermarket upgrades, KAD brakes, fully adjustable hi-los suspension front and rear and many more.

All stock parts come with sale of car.

[targa911S]

Originally posted by jtkkz
What kind of mini are you looking for?
the BMW mini or the original mini?

My friend is selling his mini
email me directly if interested

Now THAT"S a mini! Sweet!