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benoz
 Post subject: should I buy this mini?
PostPosted: Fri Jul 15, 2005 8:27 pm 
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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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Harley
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If it is roadworthy and registered, what do you have to lose?
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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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you cant go wrong for 1200 mate
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just check for rust dude.....check everywhere!!! price is OK 8)
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price is better than kok. just get it
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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.

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rust can be fixed...

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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. 8)

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benoz
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PostPosted: Sat Jul 16, 2005 3:52 pm 
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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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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. :D
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benoz
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Severe lack of funds should keep the mini's at bay, mind you I do have a decent size workshop...
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Harley
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Should, but doesn't.
I'm almost in debt, and looking to buy another mini !
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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. :D



AIN'T THAT THE TRUTH!!! :lol:
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Benny...do us a favour and drop some info here about your new motor racing circuit when something develops... :wink: Mick

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