Mini Sport

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The Mini is one of the most recognisable and well-loved vehicles around. For over 60 years, its abilities to offer a unique driving experience for the fraction of the cost of other vehicles has seen it gain admirers from all over the world. At the heart of this love is the Mini engines that are able to […]
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This week on the blog we’re exploring out range of products with emphasis on their benefits – first up comes the Mini Sport ‘Quickshift’ gear lever kit. The Mini Sport ‘Quickshift’ gear lever kit is available for both rod change and remote change gearboxes; which can be installed simply by a competent enthusiast in just 30 minutes. The ‘Quickshift’ gear lever kit is a […]
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Did you know that the Mini Sport 8.4”, 4 Pot Alloy Brake Caliper’s have been designed and developed in-house with emphasis on efficiency as part of the astute ‘Mini Sport Performance’ collection? Our M.A.D (Motorsport Advanced Development) engineering department works closely with Mini Sport customers, experts and our Motorsport teams to manufacture products and parts for optimum performance on both […]
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If Alec Issigonis could design the classic Mini again today, the iconic small car would have an electric motor. The original launched in 1959, created during an oil crisis and based on the idea of saving fuel and transporting four occupants and their luggage in the smallest possible footprint. Today, MINI remains connected to the […]
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Categories: Mini Sport News
Bond Girl's Mini Heads to Auction!
Britt Ekland Mini for Sale with Classic Car Auctions! First introduced to Minis by husband Peter Sellers in the 60s, Britt Ekland’s love for this little car has grown & grown. Owned from new, Britt’s 2000 Rover Mini Cooper Sport went under the hammer for the last auction of 2021 & was expected to bring […]
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My Mini tyres is punctured, should I repair or replace the tyre? Punctures are extremely frustrating & sometimes dangerous if they happen when you’re travelling at speed. This week on the blog we’re looking at identifying a puncture on your Mini Tyres & advising you what to do next… I’ve got a puncture, can I […]
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Categories: Mini Servicing
DIY Classic Mini Maintenance
This week on the blog we decided to take a look at relatively easy DIY jobs you can undertake on your Mini at home... These simple jobs can prevent your Mini from breaking down, they can save you money & help ensure your Mini is as healthy as can be - prolonging it's life & [...] -
Over 50 years ago, the Mini established itself as a ‘must-have’ car for drivers everywhere; a massive factor in this was the success of Paddy Hopkirk as he roared to victory in the 1964 Monte Carlo Rally in his Mini Cooper S. In an interview with the Belfast Telegraph, Paddy recounted that famous moment, […]
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This week on the blog we’re taking a look at the steps you would take to remove or fit your Mini’s Cylinder Head… To remove a Mini Cylinder Head: The first step in removing a Mini Cylinder Head is to disconnect the earth strap / negative terminal from the battery, along with disconnecting the Bottom […]
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Categories: Mini Servicing
Applying Decals to Minis
Ever wished that you could replicate that iconic livery from your favourite rally Minis, or wished that you could express your (or rather your Minis) individuality through decals? Applying a Mini decal or livery to your Mini doesn’t have to be a daunting task – it is actually relatively easy, IF you approach it correctly! […]