basically im looking to get

1) monza or aston filler caps with locks
as quoted is abt 250-300AUD!!! omg...
found on ebay for abt 40 USD without shippin or abt 50-60USD = abt 80AUD

2) chrome or stainless wiper???? prices??

3) interior chrome handle set (10 peice)
found on ebay = abt 20USD

do u guys suggest i should just import them from UK?, or get them from northern?
will the customs tax car accessories???...

any suggestion on where the i could get the cheapest spares from?

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98 brg rover

log onto www.minispares.com and search products. Note prices are in LSD- multiply by around 3 to get an idea of cost.

I've brought about 20 lots of stuff in so far, no problems.

If posted you are allowed $1,000 free entry. If sent courier the limit is $250.
Above that, you are liable for import duty (15%), GST (10%) and handling charges this end $??

So make sure you tell 'em to POST it!

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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.

isnt it 2.6 times?...and how much do they generally charge for shippin?

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98 brg rover

It is around 2.6 at the moment- changes daily. I don't have a 2.6x table in my head.
Freight depends on weight, volume, and how sent.
You won't know until after you order- as they never quote shipping charges.

Buy something small, get it posted, you will then get an idea.
I got some stuff in last week ( 68GBP worth) but no idea of freight cost yet.

Trust me, it's nearly always cheaper than buying local.

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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 the doc. multiply by 3....easier to work out and would give you the worst case senario for $$$. Try ebay, minispares and do a google search for UK Mini part suppliers. There are many smaller suppliers that sell for less over there.

All will be cheaper than a local supplier / dealer.

Oh, and I don't think this works for servicing your Mini.... ...just a hunch

[quote="grouse_bogun". There are many smaller suppliers that sell for less over there.

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WHERE?...share the websites/stores plsssss

thank u

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98 brg rover

http://www.dsnclassics.co.uk/

there you go. I have dealt with them....quite good. Download their Mini Parts List (in PDF format). It's a handy thing to keep on record.

http://www.minispares-online.co.uk/

http://planetmini.tripod.com/welcome/id35.html

http://www.minispares.com/home.cfm

http://www.minisport.com/classic-mini-s ... ducts.html

Enjoy!

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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.

so u would order the stuff, then they will determine the shipping cost? n u pay thru credit card? or paypal?...

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98 brg rover

Dr and GB y sweathearts

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Stop Licking the Dog...I Don't Care Who Started It

I order thru MiniSpares. They have my card # and delivery details on file. Easy...!
They confirm in a couple of minutes via email.
If goods are out of stock they send remainder, but email you first.

It's all good..

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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 have been told by a few people that Huddersfield Spares (UK) are one of the cheapenst and if you ring and order they will quote you on shipping costs as well.

Good luck.

p.s. Next time John (hubby) is servicing the mini I will let you know and you can come over.

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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

Huddersfield Spares is the top URL in my post above.

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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.

If you're interested...

http://www.xe.com/ucc

currency converter that's resonably up to date

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alrighty im gonna place an order with www.minijohn.com soon

any of u "victorians" want anything? certainly think combined shipping will be much cheaper

im gettin
1) stainless 2x wiper n 2x blades
2) aston chrome n lockin fuel cover
3) exterior door handle scoops
4) front orange indicator covers

total 58 pounds inlcudin postage

btw would the up n coming MINI SHOW in melbourne be selling mini accesseries? or should i just go ahead n order from UK since its gonna be "cheaper" anyway????

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98 brg rover