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 Post subject: Importers
PostPosted: Tue Nov 15, 2016 7:17 pm 
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Is there anyone bringing in front cuts or engine/gearbox assemblies these days?
Tried Josh from Mini Imports but he can't help.


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 Post subject: Re: Importers
PostPosted: Wed Nov 16, 2016 9:06 am 
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IndigoBlueCooperS wrote:
Is there anyone bringing in front cuts or engine/gearbox assemblies these days?
Tried Josh from Mini Imports but he can't help.


"Ichiban" -Have them from time to time.
"Import monster" - you'll have to buy the complete car, they will chop it and ship it over.

The only two I've investigated, there's bound to be more.

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 Post subject: Re: Importers
PostPosted: Wed Nov 16, 2016 9:12 am 
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they're a lot harder to get these days, the huge numbers that were sold to the general 'non enthusiast' public have all been scrapped and cut up, the rest are with enthusiasts

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 Post subject: Re: Importers
PostPosted: Wed Nov 16, 2016 1:16 pm 
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Since you are in Adelaide, try Iron Chef Imports. The owner is a mate of mine. If he can't help you, he might be able to recommend someone.

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 Post subject: Re: Importers
PostPosted: Wed Nov 16, 2016 7:48 pm 
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I am only after the engine and gearbox assembly. Bringing in a complete car maybe a costly option for this.


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 Post subject: Re: Importers
PostPosted: Wed Nov 16, 2016 9:13 pm 
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In that case I'd be buying one from the uk.

Ebay.uk has some nice spi/mpi motors, and some sellers mention the option of international shipping.

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 Post subject: Re: Importers
PostPosted: Thu Nov 17, 2016 7:13 am 
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Are you just after a 'Replacement' one or updating an older car to Rover specs.


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 Post subject: Re: Importers
PostPosted: Thu Nov 17, 2016 7:46 pm 
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I wanted to know if anyone still imports front cuts, as I am after the A+ gear box and associated bits (drop gears, side housing, 1275 primary gear) to upgrade from a standard A series rod change box.


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 Post subject: Re: Importers
PostPosted: Fri Nov 18, 2016 10:21 am 
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There is one on eBay at the moment being offered by an ausmini member.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/1275-engine- ... SwB09YJ~Gv

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 Post subject: Re: Importers
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... and the Ausmini member (minsta) is a trustworthy and friendly guy so you can buy with comfort.

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 Post subject: Re: Importers
PostPosted: Fri Nov 18, 2016 8:32 pm 
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I'm in adelaide and currently searching jap auctions for a car to import and strip. What parts are you after?

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 Post subject: Re: Importers
PostPosted: Fri Nov 18, 2016 9:44 pm 
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I am after the A+ gearbox and associated bits for a 1275 as per my post in the Wanted section.


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