Does anyone know what the knob on the right of the steering wheel under the dash, with a "P" on it is for? It doesn't seem to do anything. Couple of people thought maybe it was parking lights?

Hi, I have just bought my 1976 Leyland. Her name is "Molly" She is my second Mini, I had one 35 years ago as my first car. Now all my kids are grown I am reliving my youth! Just a few questions:

How do I know what model it is? I know it is not an "S" "LS" "GT" not sure whether to call it a clubman?

It won't be a clubman just a run of the mill Mini

Should it have a badge on the boot lid?

Should have Leyland Mini as a badge near the boot lid handle
Did they originally have an aerial?

Yes there would be aerial on the passengers front guard

Does anyone know what the knob on the right of the steering wheel under the dash, with a "P" on it is for? It doesn't seem to do anything. Couple of people thought maybe it was parking lights?

It is to dim the instrument lights and all the way to the left will turn on the interior light.


Where do I find a jack to suit a Mini?

Minisport in Adelaide will have one laying about. There is a thread somewhere where some are asking sheep station prices for the original Jack and bag. Try the classifieds and put up a wanted ad.

I got a quote to have the steering wheel restored, it was $600. Does this sound about right?

Have no idea on restoration costs. Buy an aftermarket one and see how you go...or ask of any like minded mini types have one laying about

Grateful for any information.

Have fun with it...the plate number will give an indication of what it will be. Some on here have the gift of picking what it is with that number


Thanks
Jayne