just check for rust dude.....check everywhere!!! price is OK
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| Author: | benoz [ Fri Jul 15, 2005 8:27 pm ] |
| Post subject: | should I buy this mini? |
I have been offered a 75 clubman (sorry no photo) for $1200, reasonable condition with a little rust showing through fairly sad paint, but runs pretty good with the 1000cc engine. This would be my first mini and I don't know much about value - any advice anyone? |
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| Author: | Harley [ Fri Jul 15, 2005 8:31 pm ] |
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If it is roadworthy and registered, what do you have to lose? |
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| Author: | benjamin [ Fri Jul 15, 2005 8:37 pm ] |
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i paid $2500 for my 76 clubman , it has a little rust and fairly sad paint too but had a lot of mechanical work done to it such as brakes and re-co engine and box yeh id say the same if it is regested and roadworthy go for it |
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| Author: | aussie [ Fri Jul 15, 2005 9:09 pm ] |
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you cant go wrong for 1200 mate |
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| Author: | J_A_M [ Fri Jul 15, 2005 11:03 pm ] |
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just check for rust dude.....check everywhere!!! price is OK
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| Author: | czerial [ Fri Jul 15, 2005 11:18 pm ] |
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price is better than kok. just get it |
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| Author: | GeoffP [ Fri Jul 15, 2005 11:24 pm ] |
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I suppose it depends on what you mean by 'a little rust' and where it is. I'd recommend checking out the rust situation VERY carefully (EDIT: like J_A_M already said - I just noticed) - especially in areas that are difficult or expensive to fix or it could end up costing a LOT more than buying one that isn't rusty - they do exist... I threw away $800 on a 65 deluxe that looked like it had a little bit of rust but turned out to be completely stuffed once I stripped it down and got a proper look at it - was cheaper in the long run to trash it and buy one that someone else had already restored. Geoff |
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| Author: | aussie [ Fri Jul 15, 2005 11:46 pm ] |
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rust can be fixed... ... http://forums.ausmini.com/viewtopic.php ... highlight= |
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| Author: | poeee [ Sat Jul 16, 2005 1:56 pm ] |
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If it runs great and the gearbox is fine, then thats atleast $1200 there. Without seeing it, i'd say bargain.
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| Author: | benoz [ Sat Jul 16, 2005 3:52 pm ] |
| Post subject: | seems unanimous |
Reckon I might snap it up then. I've got a mate who's a coach builder who can help me with the bodywork, a mate who is a brilliant engine rebuilder and know a guy who is an absolute mini freak, for any parts and advice - besides, I've always wanted a mini! Thanks everyone! |
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| Author: | Harley [ Sat Jul 16, 2005 3:58 pm ] |
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Just a warning: Getting a mini will not stop the feeling of wanting one. Some people just keep buying them. There's no cure I'm aware of. 
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| Author: | benoz [ Sat Jul 16, 2005 4:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | I have a way of restraining myself. |
Severe lack of funds should keep the mini's at bay, mind you I do have a decent size workshop... |
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| Author: | Harley [ Sat Jul 16, 2005 5:33 pm ] |
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Should, but doesn't. I'm almost in debt, and looking to buy another mini ! |
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| Author: | J_A_M [ Sat Jul 16, 2005 9:31 pm ] |
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Harley wrote: Just a warning:
Getting a mini will not stop the feeling of wanting one. Some people just keep buying them. There's no cure I'm aware of. AIN'T THAT THE TRUTH!!! 
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| Author: | 9YaTaH [ Sat Jul 16, 2005 9:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | circuit |
Benny...do us a favour and drop some info here about your new motor racing circuit when something develops...  Mick
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