Mini projects

Join Mini Sport at National Mini Day 2025 – A Must for All Mini Enthusiasts! Sunday 8th June 2025 | 🕙 10:00am – 5:00pm | 📍 Beaulieu, Hampshire SO42 7ZN We’re proud to announce that Mini Sport, sponsors of the Mini Cooper Register, will be attending the National Mini Day 2025 – one of the [...]

The Mk1 1967 Mini Cooper Restoration Journey Begins At Mini Sport, every classic Mini tells a story – and Neil Ohayon’s Mk1 1967 Mini Cooper 998cc is no exception. Finished in the iconic Almond Green with an Old English White Roof, this little legend is now in our hands for a full ground-up restoration. From [...]

Bringing the Best of Mini Sport to Europe! For Mini enthusiasts across Europe, getting the right parts and expert advice for your Classic Mini has just become easier than ever. Mini Sport EU is back, offering a seamless shopping experience for Mini owners across the continent—complete with fast shipping, local support, and the same world-class [...]

A Blank Canvas: The Beginning of the Journey The project began with a pristine foundation—a Japanese-import Mini Cooper 1.3 SPi. Known for their excellent condition and consistent quality, Japanese-import Minis provide the perfect starting point for high-spec conversions. Stripped to its bare shell, the Mini became a blank canvas for what would soon become a [...]

Steering into the Future Classic Mini enthusiasts, a groundbreaking innovation has arrived at Mini Sport that promises to transform the way you experience your beloved car. Introducing the Mini Sport R Range Billet Aluminium Steering Wheel Boss Kits for MPi Minis. These kits are not just about enhancing the aesthetic appeal of your interior; they're [...]

The Final Reveal As we reach the climax of our restoration journey with the Mk2 1969 Mini Cooper 998cc, painted in the stunning Island Blue with a Snowberry White roof, we're excited to share the fruits of our labor. This blog post delves into the final touches that transformed this classic Mini into a masterpiece [...]

The Cutting-Edge R Range Billet Aluminium Radius Arms Revolutionising Classic Mini Performance The journey of enhancing Classic Mini performance takes a monumental leap with the unveiling of Mini Sport's R Range Billet Aluminium Radius Arms. Born from the innovative minds at our R Division, these radius arms are a blend of sophisticated engineering and a [...]

Breathing New Life into a Classic: The Engine, Wiring, and More Behind the classic Mini Cooper Restoration Welcome to the latest instalment of our restoration journey in collaboration with the hit television series, Bangers and Cash: Restoring Classics, about the Mk2 1969 classic Mini Cooper 998cc, painted in the breathtaking Island Blue with a Snowberry [...]

by Mini Sport In the world of automotive restoration and modification, there exists a relentless quest for innovation—a pursuit that continually pushes the boundaries of performance and design. At the heart of this quest is the Classic Mini, an icon of motoring history, beloved for its charm, agility, and the indelible mark it has left [...]

In the world of classic Mini performance and restoration, the engines crafted by Mini Sport stand out not just for their power and precision, but for the legacy of innovation they carry. This legacy is inextricably linked to Ian, Mini Sport's master engine builder, whose early years and rise in the motorsport world have significantly [...]