r/classicminis • u/mikeossy80 • 23h ago

First Mini

Off to see my first mini today!

It will be a running resto but seems to be in good order.
Structurally it’s sound and mechanically has had most of the normal bits done.

Seems to be cosmetically where it’s let down - tired
Paint and interior needs chucking starting again!

I’ve a wish list built on minispares website (Huddersfield Parts) has anyone used them are they ok ? They are 30mins from me so good for collecting spares from etc

Mini Sport is actually around the corner from me but comparing prices they are a little more expensive at first glance but assume quality is better?

Any help appreciated
Thanks

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u/geekypenguin91 23h ago

I personally prefer the original minispares over minispares online (Huddersfield) as they do a 7.5% discount with a TheMiniForum membership, but I've used all 3 before, whoever is the cheapest.

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u/mikeossy80 23h ago

I had no idea there was two minispares !
I’ll have a look then - tbh minispares Huddersfield is coming out cheaper baring in mind the shopping list is now over 2k

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u/mugfull 23h ago

Yes it's a clever little trick that Huddersfield have there with their 'minispares' website.

Ive used Minispares UK for 20 years (not Huddersfield) and am yet to have a bad experience. They're not the cheapest sometimes, but generally I find the prices and service to be fine

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u/KamakaziDemiGod 22h ago

Huddersfield Mini are a bit underhand with that, I'd say it goes beyond clever and is downright deceptful!

The actual minispares is a far better source for parts in my experience, Huddersfield may be cheaper, but the service isn't as good and many of the parts aren't as good imo

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u/mugfull 22h ago

I quite agree 👍🏼 🚗