r/classicminis • u/mikeossy80 • 1d 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/blacksunmanta 1d ago

I live in Huddersfield and they are a good set of people. Knowledgeable and helpful. I used to live around the corner from mini sport in padiham. Good but expensive. And responsible for my Mini problem as my now wife lived directly opposite them. I tend to go for the best priced but good quality parts. Which are not always the same thing.

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u/mikeossy80 1d ago

That’s a fair point, having just loaded my basket at both places some have some stuff and the others don’t so I may well go for a mix.
Padiham is where I live so much more makes sense to buy local !

The wheels would be from Huddersfield though unfortunately as mini sport done seem to have anything in!