Speaking of MiniSpares.Com, MiniMania.com etc. Anyone else noticed the AussieDirect site has been unavailable for about the last two weeks?

What a pisser, coz I know for a fact that the prices the yanks have to pay through Minimania, are even higher than ours. Looks like shopping through Minispares, and converting the difference has to be THE way

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"He's always been a dickhead, He always is a dickhead, He will always be a dickhead. So stop complaining when he acts like one."

Ausmini orders shipped from MiniSpares anyway. Prices didn't include freight. I just use the MiniSpares site- always have. Forget MM unless it's for something MS don't sell. Their prices are way too dear, and don't include shipping to Oz either.
And, their prices are in US$, so don't get caught...

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DrMini- 1970 wasaMatic 1360, Mk1S crank, 86.6HP (ATW) =~125 @ crank, 45 Dellorto (38 chokes), RE282 sprint cam, 1.5 rockers, 11.0:1 C/R.

I realise that Minimania, are the US version of Minispares. Same as Ausdirect was for us

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"He's always been a dickhead, He always is a dickhead, He will always be a dickhead. So stop complaining when he acts like one."

NO it's different. ausdirect was just a virtual shop, it was really MiniSpares UK in Oz$.

But MM is a separate company, in Nevada City Ca, and the prices they show are ex stock Nevada City in US$. Their product range is a bit different too.

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DrMini- 1970 wasaMatic 1360, Mk1S crank, 86.6HP (ATW) =~125 @ crank, 45 Dellorto (38 chokes), RE282 sprint cam, 1.5 rockers, 11.0:1 C/R.

i found minijohn.com is relatively cheap (shipping rates are super low)

or mary barton on EBAY..shes pretty good for mini accesseries.....

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98 brg rover

Minijohn's is closed till mid August...

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Lillee - 1969 Morris Mini K

It also pays to shop around over there as there are always specials etc

I've used Mini Spares UK and
Mini Sport UK - http://shop2.minispeed.co.uk/classic/
DSN - http://www.dsnclassics.co.uk
Avonbar racing - http://www.speedgenie.co.uk/avonbar
Midland Wheel Suppliers https://www.midlandwheelsshop.com

All are very good but I like Mini Spares UK the best as they use UPS and delivery to the door. I have yet to be charge duties on any there orders but everything else that goes via the post office I have had to pay 15% Duties and GST

I agree that it is always cheaper to buy for UK regardless of freight and you don't have to leave the house!

Cheapest place in Oz for Mini parts is Karcraft in Silverwater NSW http://www.karcraft.com.au/home.php

Just watch the freight from OS can be more than the goods you are buying. I now only buy the Mini Spares specials and clearance items if they are a bargain otherwise my first port of call is Karcraft.

David L

From another post, somewhere on this forum-

we are currently allowed A$1,000 via post or A$250 via courier (UPS etc) before 15% duty and 10% GST kick in.

So I now ALWAYS get them sent airmail, and tell MiniSpares WHY...

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DrMini- 1970 wasaMatic 1360, Mk1S crank, 86.6HP (ATW) =~125 @ crank, 45 Dellorto (38 chokes), RE282 sprint cam, 1.5 rockers, 11.0:1 C/R.

I agree with Kevin, have things posted, even slow boat if heavy and you can wait. I have not yet been caught for duty or GST even on a $400 order by UPS but I always hold my breath

David L

I got done for it on a $350 order, sent UPS, it had my 1.5 rockers and a few other trinkets..
And if inspected you get charged `handling fees' this end by UPS etc too...

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DrMini- 1970 wasaMatic 1360, Mk1S crank, 86.6HP (ATW) =~125 @ crank, 45 Dellorto (38 chokes), RE282 sprint cam, 1.5 rockers, 11.0:1 C/R.

stay away from bigger dealers they are rip offs, ie mini sport they are the most expensive even over here, if your after the best or just infomation ask me, the best looking cap is the smaller ones, not the one that use original cap, cause they are just huge and ugly, the wipers can found cheap, see over here there are 10 at least traders selling at shows they all compete so knock down prices Ill look at a list if you want and give you a rough price and then can post it for you, payment through pay pal works best

minimonaro in UK

How big is your suitcase? Just pick up any MiniMag open to a double page ad for any Mini parts place and I'll have one of each please


David L

yes yes! i wanna

1) 2x stainless/chrome wiper and 2x stainless/chrome wiper baldes to fit a RHD (left park)
2) exterior door scoops
3) orange "amber" screwed indicator plastic covers (to fit a 93 rover mini)
4) 10 piece METAL interior chrome handle

any info will be greatly appreciated!

ryan

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98 brg rover

me too! I want some Side Skirts to fit between Sports Pack arches and some super clear lenses from Mini Trailers.

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mutant mini 1380cc '73 UK imp-Chroma Lusion-leather interior-8 x 300W Diamond Audio Dual Voice Coil 8" subs, Phoenix Gold 4 chnl amp, Pioneer 7550 DVD, 2x Phoenix Gold A1.800d MonoBlock Amp, Focal Utopia splits, 14" chrome rims 195/40/14 tyres