The Complete Catalogue of the Mini

Author: Chris Rees
Publisher: Herridge & Sons Limited
ISBN: 9781906133726
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The original Mini was offered in hundreds of variants during its extraordinarily long, 40-year production run. First there were the standard Austin Seven and Morris Mini-Minor saloon, van, pick-up and estate versions. Then came a whole family of Mini-Coopers, the upmarket Wolseley and Riley models, the Moke and the Clubman. It went on from there until there were dozens of models and special editions around the globe, and individual countries applying their own modifications to the Mini. All of these are covered in The Complete Catalogue of the Mini, with photographs, descriptions, specifications, performance figures, and production dates and numbers. Whether you want to look up or identify a particular Mini or simply absorb the enormous range and variety of the Mini's incarnations, this, never attempted before, is the book.

Maximum Mini

Author: Jeroen Booij
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
ISBN: 9781787111189
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Maximum Mini is the first book to focus solely on the cars derived from the classic Mini. Small GTs, sports cars, roadsters, and Fun Cars: Mini-derivatives made the specialist motoring market roar in the 1960s. In the decades since the ‘60s, we saw new variants on the car that simply wouldn’t die; some genius, some crazy, but always colorful and out of the ordinary. Maximum Mini takes a deep dive into almost 60 different Minis. You’ll get specs, facts, tons of high-quality photographs, and more on vehicles like Mini Marcos and Unipower GT, the very obscure, and very exciting, Coldwell GT and Sarcon Scarab, and loads more. Maximum Mini goes directly to the source with its information; much of it coming directly from interviews with original designers and build teams. Some cars that were thought to be long gone were even found during the researching of this book!

How to Build & Power Tune Distributor-type Ignition Systems

Author: Des Hammill
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1787113752
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 232

Book Description
Des Hammill provides expert practical advice on how to build an ignition system that delivers maximum power reliably. This book tells you how to build an excellent system, in a cost effective way, and how to optimise the ignition timing of any high-performance engine. A useful hands-on guide for the home mechanic.

Classic Mini Specials and Moke

Author: Keith Mainland
Publisher: Crowood
ISBN: 1785000020
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 350

Book Description
Produced from 1959 until 2000, the classic Mini is loved by millions of owners, previous owners and enthusiasts. The Mini's creator, Alec Issigonis, was given a free hand to make a proper small car and his innovative design not only redefined the family car, but also started a revolution as a performance car. Classic Mini Specials and Moke explores the diverse range of vehicles that used the Mini shape, as well as the only variation actually designed by Alec Issigonis, the Mini Moke. In addition to the famous race and rally cars, coachbuilt conversions and highly modified saloons and commercials, Keith Mainland looks at overseas Mini and Moke production and the many factory-produced limited edition Minis. There is also advice about buying and owning your own special Mini. Fully illustrated with 300 colour photographs.

Mini Renovation Manual

Author: Paul Hardiman
Publisher: Haynes Publishing
ISBN: 9781844254248
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The later Rover Minis (1990s), the final 'classic' Minis produced before the introduction of BMW's 'New' MINI, are now very affordable, but even 10-year-old examples are, in many cases, in need of attention. This practical manual provides expert advice on how to breathe new life into a used and perhaps tired example of this sought-after classic. From preventative maintenance to the renewal of worn components and details of known problems and how to fix them, the clearly written, comprehensively illustrated text provides all the information required to enjoy a Rover Mini on a budget.

How to Power Tune the BMC/BL/Rover 998 A-Series Engine for Road and Track

Author: Des Hammill
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1845846648
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 302

Book Description
The 998 A-Series powers Minis and Metros in particular. The book’s advice can also be used to uprate Midget/Sprite 948cc engines to 998cc. Complete guide to obtaining maximum power with reliability from the popular 998cc engine.

Mini

Author: Jon Pressnell
Publisher: Haynes Publishing UK
ISBN: 9781844254750
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
There have been many books on the Mini, but as yet nothing to stand as the definitive history of this revolutionary small car. Therefore, Haynes is proud to present the book on the Mini – lavishly illustrated, comprehensive and full of testimony from those involved with the car. Written by a renowned Mini expert who has been researching this book for the past 20 years, the authoritative text combines with fascinating sidebars and lively period photographs and brochure material to deliver the essential guide to this 20th century motoring icon, published to mark the 50th anniversary of the Mini’s launch in 1959.

Factory-Original Mini Mk I & Mk II

Author: James Taylor
Publisher: Herridge & Sons Limited
ISBN: 9781906133665
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
No car has had such a profound impact on the motoring scene as the original Mini. Designed in response to petrol shortages in the late 1950s, it was introduced in 1959 in both Austin and Morris guises, with either basic or De Luxe trim levels. Success came swiftly, and before long its makers at BMC were introducing van, pick-up and estate versions, high-performance Mini Coopers, and higher equipment levels on the Mini Super. Right through the 1960s, the success story continued, and the original formula proved so right that the updated Mk II models of 1967 were instantly recognisable as versions of the original and much-loved car. These early Minis are as much admired and sought-after today as ever, offering their own unique blend of nimble driving pleasure with readily affordable running costs. They are also increasingly the subject of detailed, part-number-perfect restorations, and this book is designed to help all those who aim to restore one of these early British-built Minis to their correct specification. Within these pages, respected classic car historian James Taylor gives each major model of Mini its own section. These sections provide full details of specifications and examine individual areas of each model in depth. They are backed up by colour photography of outstanding examples that illustrate the way these cars looked when they were new. Body panels, external trim and badging, paint colours, interior trim, dashboard, instruments and controls, under-bonnet components, engine and transmission, lights -- all this and more is comprehensively covered for both Mk I and Mk II Minis. For rapid reference to vital information, this formula has proved to be the most useful one for restorers. With more than 300 specially commissioned colour photographs, Factory-Original Mini will delight and enthral the restorer and the more casual Mini enthusiast alike.

Monte Carlo Rally

Author: Graham Robson
Publisher: Herridge & Sons Limited
ISBN: 9781906133009
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Hundreds of entrants, in cars of all shapes and sizes, battled through mid-winter snow, fog, ice and darkness from far-flung starting points towards the magical principality of Monaco. Mishaps, breakdowns and smashes abounded, and competitors had tales to tell of cars teetering on the edge of precipices or rammed into snowbanks, frantically improvised repairs, close encounters and feats of crazy bravado. The first rally was run in 1911, with just 20 starters. In 1930 there were 100, in 1949 205, and in the peak year, 1953, there were no less than 404.In this book every Monte Carlo Rally held between 1911 and 1980 is covered individually, with results listings and route maps. As the years unfold we see the successes of Hotchkiss in the late 1940s, Sunbeam-Talbot in the early 1950s, Mini-Cooper in the 1960s, Porsche 911 in the late ‘60s, and the dominance of Alpine Renault and Lancia Stratos in the 1970s.The author also provides essential information on regulations, routes, on what competitors were required to do, on the tests held after arrival in Monaco, on classes of entries, and on the various Concours, including for instance the Concours de Confort, that were there to be won. Thus a complete picture of the aims and nature of the rally as it evolved is formed. Written by the world’s leading rally historian, and featuring more than 300 archive photographs, this book provides both the definitive history of the greatest motor rally of all time and an evocative view of a golden age of motoring history.

Mini Moke Ultimate Portfolio

Author: R.M. Clarke
Publisher: Brooklands Books Limited
ISBN: 9781855206908
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A portfolio of contemporary articles that are drawn from the leading motoring journals of four continents. Trace the progress of the robust, versatile Mini Moke from its pre-production in 1964. Off-road, racing, touring, restoration articles and sales literature are included for a car that has reached cult status. Models covered include: • The original English Moke • Australian • Portuguese • Cagiva