THE LISTING

About this vehicle

Complete High-Performance 1275 A+ Turbo Engine + Gearbox, Brakes, Body and other bits (Sold as a project) over £7000 spent in total 

REASON FOR SALE 

Moved to bristol 2.5 years ago and haven’t had time to finish the project whilst working full time. Gutted to not finish it as a lot of time and money has gone into this but as most projects go they become to timely as life gets a bit more serious. 

ENGINE SUMMARY

• Engine Type: 1275cc A+ Series Turbocharged

• Condition: previous owner claimed the engine has only been used for 450 miles previous to being removed from last rebuild 

• Performance Range:

• Boost: 5psi to 20psi

• Power: 130 BHP @ 15psi

• Compression Ratio: 8.4:1

• Oil Pressure & Temps: Held excellent oil pressure and stable operating temperatures

• Drivability:

• Economical while off-boost

• Excellent for motorway cruising due to 1.9 final drive

• Under throttle: very fast, offers strong acceleration and an exciting driving experience

• Fitment: Compact design fits under Mk1 Mini grille

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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Cylinder Head

• Avonbar 12G940 ported head

• 27.5cc combustion chambers

• Big valve setup for improved airflow

• AP Racing head bolts for high-boost durability

Camshaft & Timing

• Kent Billet Turbo Camshaft

• Kent Vernier Duplex Timing Gear – adjustable for fine-tuning cam timing

Bottom End

• Omega Forged Pistons – designed for turbo use

• Balanced rotating assembly: crankshaft, rods, and flywheel

• Steel Centre Main Strap – strengthens bottom end for high boost

Turbo & Fueling

• HIF Carburettor

• Garrett T3 Turbocharger

• Avonbar components:

• Billet actuator

• Turbo-specific needle

• Dashpot spring

• Fuel Pressure Regulator

• Sytec FSE Bleed Valve – adjustable boost controller

• Forged Dump Valve

• RS Cosworth Front-Mounted Intercooler – large capacity for efficient charge cooling

• Heat-Wrapped Downpipe for thermal management

• Braided Turbo Oil Feed

• Silicone Boost Pipes 

• Electric Ignition System

• Turbo-Specific Distributor

• New HT Leads

• 2x Oil Breathers for crankcase ventilation

Cooling System

• Alloy High Flow Radiator

• Mini Sport Silicone Top Radiator Hose

Sensors & Instrumentation

• TIM Boost Gauge

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GEARBOX & CLUTCH

Clutch System

• Pre-Verto Clutch Setup

• Orange Diaphragm – heavier clamping pressure for high torque

• Matching clutch plate and components

• Additionally, I’ve purchased and made my own double plate clutch and full vertical clutch conversion along with AP racing clutch and flywheel. 
• Starter Motor - High torque MED starter motor (Brand new)
• Come with pre veto and veto set up 

Gearbox Specs

• Rebuilt by Heathrow Transmissions (year unknown)

• 4-Speed Straight-Cut Close Ratio Clubman Gear Set

• X-Pin Differential – stronger and better traction under power

• 2.9:1 Final Drive – good balance of acceleration and cruising

• Centre Oil Pickup Pipe – ensures reliable oil flow under hard cornering

Body

• as seen in the images is the current condition
• Works completed on the body
• Turbo bulkhead conversion
• Full floor pan renewal 
• Mk1 rear light conversion
• Rear sill replaced and de seemed
• Lower door sills either side replaced 
• Front end cut off with arc angels front flip purchased 
• Front window sills brought to replace but not fabricated
• Sports pack wide arch kit 
• Central locking kit 
• Works required 
• New doors required (comes with the old doors but are in a bad condition)
• Boot separation panel needs repairing as previous owner cut two holes for speakers 
• Frame work for seating
• A panels either side (comes with the project)

Other bits 

• full front subframe - newly powder coated and then stored 2 years ago
• 4 Pot Brake Calipers - Mini spares 4 pot calipers 8.4’’ with green stuff brake pads and spacer kit 
• Shocks - GAZ shocks with adjustable cones and adjustable brackets
• Steering - Brand new steering rack and accessories, adjustable arms etc.
• Wheels - Mini lite wheels 
• Seats - original mini city e 1989 seats 
• Interior - inside carpet kit brought new 4 years ago and stored 
• Lots of original bits from when the mini was originally a mini city e 1989 such as clocks, original suspension, original wiring loom. So many bits that come with this project it’s probably easier for any messages over what it comes with and i can further explain. 

Additionally i have a mega jolt kit that will be sold separately but if interested can chuck into the full project price as i originally intended to use this to improve the engine. Brought this for £450 a few years back and comes with full instructions for fitting. 

Well over £6000 has been spent on this project just in parts besides labour. I’ve owned it for 12 years. Would be great to sell to someone willing to put it back to its former glory 

Willing to sell as parts so message me if you are interested!

Vehicle specification

• Make: Mini
• Model: Mini Classic
• Year: 1989
• Transmission: Manual
• Fuel Type: Petrol
• Body Style: Coupe
• Colour: Grey

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