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No unread posts	Attachment(s) Seen a Mini? [ Go to pageGo to page: 1 … 86 87 88 89 90 ] First post Ni-Minis have a thread like this on their forum so I thought it might be a fun idea to have a one here? Last post Nice blue 1970s mini at Kingspan kingscourt today	FlyingFinn	2237	1700444	Sat Apr 16, 2022 3:24 pm colinf1 View the latest post
This topic is locked, you cannot edit posts or make further replies.	* Event Listings 2019 * The below event listings is events the Irish Mini Owners Club will either host or attend this year. If you have an idea for an event or would like...	irishminis	0	42146	Tue Mar 12, 2019 8:51 pm irishminis View the latest post
No unread posts	Events 2019 Some of the upcoming club events for 2019 New Years Lunch and Table Quiz Sunday 6th Jan in Taylors Three Rock Hotel, Rathfarnham. Irish Mini Owners...	Mary Murphy	0	42072	Tue Dec 11, 2018 8:54 pm Mary Murphy View the latest post
No unread posts	Updated Rules in the FOR SALE section [ Go to pageGo to page: 1 2 ] First post Following on from a committee meeting in Kilkenny at the end of last month, it was decided to update the rules of the FOR SALE section of the Club... Last post Thanks guys. Good to know ;)	The Marcos Graveyard	30	87769	Thu Jul 05, 2012 8:40 am maverick View the latest post
No unread posts	UPDATED RULES AND FEATURES IN FOR SALE SECTION First post After a Committee Meeting that was held on Saturday the 22nd of October 2011, it has been decided that any one who post's a For Sale ad MUST follow... Last post I agree with you that offers should be kept on the thread for the same reasons but i think that having 2 or more for sale sections just creates...	admin	11	59908	Thu Nov 10, 2011 11:10 am Scoobasteve7 View the latest post
This topic is locked, you cannot edit posts or make further replies.	HOW TO POST PHOTOS - Please read BEFORE placing For Sale Ads Displaying Photos in your topic We have now setup the Forum up to allow users to post photos in topics. Please note that these images must be Mini...	Billy	0	45484	Mon Mar 21, 2011 12:25 pm Billy View the latest post
No unread posts	Attachment(s) 1981 Mini City 1000 [ Go to pageGo to page: 1 … 12 13 14 15 16 ] First post Hi all, Just thought I would kick off this thread on my new Mini. I bought the car in October of this year. It's an original Dublin car, matching... Last post Lots of fun to be had messing with springs and weights for the advance curve.	ctwomey	387	3270700	Mon Jul 07, 2025 7:25 pm The Marcos Graveyard View the latest post
No unread posts	Attachment(s) 1983 Mini City [ Go to pageGo to page: 1 … 17 18 19 20 21 ] First post Hi all, just a quick introduction... Have this a few months now, a 1983 Leyland Mini City, 998cc. Started out as a quick repair and drive, but has... Last post Congratulations Colin on the new member of the family. Great news!	colinf1	513	4009958	Mon Jun 23, 2025 1:34 pm ctwomey View the latest post
No unread posts	activity First post Is this part of the forum still in use? seems very quiet. K. Last post There's always a few die hards lurking about and i'm still activating new member requests on a fairly regular basis.	keith	2	192	Tue Jun 17, 2025 7:31 pm The Marcos Graveyard View the latest post
No unread posts	First Project 1990 Mini First post Hi All, I have started my first project build it is a 1990 1.0l Auto mini with 30k miles on the clock. I am wondering if anyone has a rotisserie for... Last post Hi Niall If you're on Facebook, there's a roll over jig in Comber for sale....	Nial Mini	2	2089	Wed Jun 04, 2025 7:38 pm colinf1 View the latest post
No unread posts	Attachment(s) HIF38 Carb Offers accptd First post HIF38 Carburettor, in perfect working order.. Open to Offers . 20210616_213857.jpg 20210616_213837.jpg 20210616_213927.jpg Last post Don't suppose you still have this?	Minimad65	2	9526	Sun May 25, 2025 10:24 am Fireblade View the latest post
No unread posts	garage / mechanic First post Hi folks, Anyone got a good recommendation for someone who can look after a mini - for the things I can't do myself - in the Dublin area. Preferably... Last post Cool. But anyone else?	Flately79	2	8424	Thu Apr 03, 2025 3:40 pm Flately79 View the latest post
No unread posts	Attachment(s) 1275 Hi all, First time mini owner and first post on here. On the look out for a 1275 engine, ideally a complete unit. Current 1275 has a crack between...	AlanN	0	8131	Sat Mar 29, 2025 6:52 pm AlanN View the latest post
No unread posts	Insurance First post Getting crazy quotes for my 24 year old mini insurance .o have a policy on another car and that seems to use the no claims bonus .any broker handle... Last post Thanks to everyone for advice Got orted with carol nash Thanks	Terrybrennan76	7	16691	Fri Jan 10, 2025 7:24 am Terrybrennan76 View the latest post
No unread posts	3 passengers in the back First post Hi lads .is there anyway of putting in a third seatbelt in the back of a mini. Iv 3 small lads an wanted to buy a classic mini for future road trips... Last post When minis gained rear seatbelts they went from being 5 seater to 4 seater, something to consider for insurance. Depending on the year of car it...	Martie89	2	9679	Mon Dec 30, 2024 11:34 am woody View the latest post
No unread posts	Attachment(s) Another Dodgy Mini [ Go to pageGo to page: 1 2 3 4 ] First post Spi dressed up as an '80. Last post VZH540 is listed on motorcheck.ie as a 1965 grey Morris. This yoke is clearly a post-1986 Mini with internal door hinges and the post-86 indicators...	Billy	96	432072	Mon Aug 05, 2024 5:28 pm johnnyj View the latest post
No unread posts	Malin To Mizen 2024 ####### MTM 2024 UPDATE ######## This year's MTM is taking place from the 6th to the 8th. September 2024. This year's event will run from North to...	Darran	0	17626	Fri Jul 05, 2024 11:42 pm Darran View the latest post
No unread posts	Back First post Hi everyone have rejoined the club after a little break of ten years I have 2 minis a 1968 and a paul smith le will hopefully be out for a spin soon... Last post Good to have you back. Check out the Irish Mini Owners Club facebook page for events and make sure you get added to the Whatsapp group for...	Markmck	1	9257	Mon Jul 01, 2024 10:37 pm woody View the latest post
No unread posts	Loose steering after attempted theft First post Hi all, As the title suggests, car was attempted stolen but thankfully I had a pedal to wheel lock. Unfortunately this has caused a severe looseness... Last post Looks like the steering lowering bracket is broken, just replace it . Cost less than a fiver.	antodeco	4	10935	Thu Jun 13, 2024 2:02 pm The Marcos Graveyard View the latest post
No unread posts	Attachment(s) Keep it Original? Mini 30 First post I've had my 30 since about 2000 but in recently years she's been badly neglected and needs a big restoration...and a wedge of cash Im finding it... Last post Keep it original	ClearOfCloud	4	14497	Sun May 19, 2024 8:40 pm miniireland View the latest post
No unread posts	Attachment(s) Mirror Rubber First post Swapping mirrors on a 1996 Mk5.... The old rubbers need replacing, but I can't seem to find new ones online? I can find the pre-1980 versons and I... Last post They are metal... Yeah, its stange that they are not listed on any parts diagrams? .. having a parts number (if they have one) would be a start -...	Steve	2	15378	Thu Apr 11, 2024 8:02 am Steve View the latest post
No unread posts	Old Clubby 2BY1 First post Hi everyone, might anybody know the whereabouts of a clubman with the reg 2BY1. It was my mams back in the 80’s. Has anyone ever seen or heard of... Last post 2BY1 was well known in the club back in the '90s . It went through several rebuilds at that time, didn't have an easy life. John McGuinness was the...	MobyTheMini	3	24075	Wed Mar 27, 2024 9:59 am woody View the latest post
No unread posts	IMM 2024 GERMANY First post Anybody here driving to this years IMM in Germany. Which ferry are you taking and what dates of travel? Last post Hopefully I will be driving my '96 SPI...	woody	7	58893	Tue Mar 26, 2024 10:16 am Steve View the latest post
No unread posts	Electric issues... First post Hi all. Work on my 81 Austin Mini has slowed significantly, but hoping to get more time in the coming weeks to make a proper stab at it. Bit of an... Last post Its most likely the brown feed from the solenoid to the fuse box and the white feed to the fuse box. When chasing so many components not working you...	Marktoby	3	10344	Wed Mar 20, 2024 4:11 pm woody View the latest post
No unread posts	Engine paint First post Evening folks. Does anyone have any recommendations on engine paint? I see Halfrauds have their own one but I wouldn’t be sure of the quality (mixed... Last post Rust-oleum paint is good too, that's what I done my block in, albeit in yellow. I got my rocker cover powder coated gloss black, but it doesn't get...	MobyTheMini	3	56171	Thu Jan 04, 2024 7:49 pm colinf1 View the latest post
No unread posts	Mechanic in North Cork Area First post Hi all, I'm looking for a mechanic to do some jobs on my 1996 1275gt. Had the NCT on it last month and have a few parts to swap out. Have all the... Last post Sound for that Billy, I'll give him a call	doc.martin87	2	30627	Thu Nov 30, 2023 9:51 am doc.martin87 View the latest post
No unread posts	Thule SquareBar Evo roof rack First post This complete roof rack system includes 4 easy-to-install load carrier feet and 2 Thule SquareBar load bars Impact-resistant polymer coating... Last post Sold now	jaydeluxe	1	31942	Sat Nov 18, 2023 2:36 pm zg3409 View the latest post
No unread posts	Mini Headliner First post Hi all, New to the club, new to Mini to be honest (about 3 weeks now!) . I bought a 1981 Mini HL which needs a bit of work, but not a huge amount,... Last post Haven't quite taken the rear side windows out just yet as one screw on both sides is refusing to play ball! Will be attempting to persuade them out...	Marktoby	7	40567	Fri Oct 27, 2023 5:25 pm Marktoby View the latest post
No unread posts	Sound deadening advice First post Hello folks! I was looking for some advice on sound deadening. How much do I need and which type is recommended? Also where are the key places to... Last post I've used Kalapie stuff from Amazon ... But done probably more than your thinking of doing... Then I've the original dash rubber & foam...	MobyTheMini	1	22163	Mon Sep 18, 2023 6:26 pm colinf1 View the latest post
No unread posts	MTM 2023 First post This year's MTM is taking place the 8th to the 10th September 2023. This year's event will run from South to North. It will be a two day event this... Last post Safe travels to everyone driving over the weekend.	spud1979	10	48170	Thu Sep 07, 2023 11:24 pm spud1979 View the latest post
No unread posts	Greetings! First post Hiya! Hope I'm posting this in the right place, couldn't find a better spot...if there is, apologies in advance! :D - Joined the Forum last year,... Last post Yeah, you're right...still too new to recognise those details! I usually don't bother sellers if I see the price is out of range, mainly to save...	guillermog	6	42516	Mon Sep 04, 2023 8:09 pm guillermog View the latest post
This topic is locked, you cannot edit posts or make further replies.	1992 Mini Cooper For Sale 1992 Austin Mini Cooper 1275 cc Black with White Roof 49,370 mileage NCT and Taxed. New battery fitted. Located in Rathgar. IMOC member. SOLD	The Marcos Graveyard	0	51953	Tue Aug 22, 2023 8:16 pm The Marcos Graveyard View the latest post
No unread posts	Attachment(s) Webasto roof First post Quick question? Has anyone got a webasto sunroof replaced in Ireland. My has shrunk and you can nearly put your hand straight in now. I purchased a... Last post Have you tried conlon coach trimmers	spud1979	1	15163	Mon Aug 21, 2023 9:59 pm Goldflake View the latest post
No unread posts	Attachment(s) Job lot of mini cooper 1996 spi parts for sale Hi everyone. I have a job lot of mini parts, mostly new and unused for sale as I do not have my mini cooper 1996 spi anymore. Selling as a job lot. I...	Martina123#	0	44463	Thu Jul 27, 2023 9:17 pm Martina123# View the latest post
No unread posts	Help find mini mechanic sligo First post Hello Everybody. I'm new to this forum so I'm only trying to find my way about it 🤔 so I hope this post is okay. I have a 1980 mini and I've owned... Last post There is a Whatsapp group specific to the western region, make sure you get added to get updates.	Jason1275	3	32352	Thu Jul 27, 2023 11:43 am woody View the latest post
No unread posts	Mini City 1991.	TMCmini	1	23638	Tue Jul 25, 2023 6:03 pm woody View the latest post
No unread posts	Electric Mini Conversion [ Go to pageGo to page: 1 2 3 4 5 ] First post Hi everyone. I been thinking of starting a project thread, an introducing myself to this forum for a long time, but although I work on this project... Last post or this? I thought the weight increase would be much more than 40 kg. How did they do it? Tesla wasn't against this modernization or is it none...	Kriss	104	578107	Tue Jul 25, 2023 11:25 am HarveyHD View the latest post
No unread posts	Attachment(s) 99 mpi First post Hello all again .. I've bought this MPI a month ago . Still have the 87 as well but fell in love with this one .. she is going to be a quick... Last post Good luck with it John but it's an Mpi so be prepared for a few surprises when you start digging.	Johnd101	1	21688	Sun Jun 18, 2023 12:59 pm Billy View the latest post
No unread posts	Huge job lot	miniireland	0	44493	Mon Jun 05, 2023 9:19 pm miniireland View the latest post
No unread posts	Tax question First post So I took the old girl out of storage yesterday for the first time in 6 years, now back in 2016 we were about to become parents and flat out trying... Last post You'll still need to pay tax even over 40 years old. I think they need it taxed before you can change class (eg to vintage)	stevie g	4	17016	Sun May 07, 2023 10:21 pm antodeco View the latest post
No unread posts	EV Mini First post Very interesting video on converting your classic Mini to EV. Last post I think this bolt in solution from Electric Classic Cars is great - it's probably quite pricey.	woody	1	13157	Tue Apr 18, 2023 1:20 pm ctwomey View the latest post
No unread posts	Kilbroney Vintage Show 17th June As above, any one from here heading? Hoping to be there....which gives me less than 74 days to get it rebuilt if I pick it up from painters this...	colinf1	0	44461	Tue Apr 04, 2023 9:11 pm colinf1 View the latest post
No unread posts	Windscreen leak - replacement First post Wife recently bought a 2015 mini cooper S privately and despite giving the car a good look over we didn't catch that the windscreen is leaking.... Last post I wouldn't be rushing to BMW unless you know a particularly good one. I would think one of the main windsrceen fitting services would be the best...	JCW_Fanboy	1	13284	Tue Mar 28, 2023 6:09 pm woody View the latest post
No unread posts	Southern Region St. Patrick's Day Parade 17th. March Hi everyone, St Patrick’s day is next Friday and anyone in the vicinity of Bandon, interested in part taking in the Bandon St Patrick’s Day Parade...	Darran	0	45960	Sat Mar 11, 2023 7:15 pm Darran View the latest post
No unread posts	Attachment(s) Cars and Coffee Portlaoise Sunday 26th. March First post Hi Everyone, our next Eastern Region event will be a meet and greet morning at Cars & Coffee Portlaoise Sunday 26th. March. It has been a hugely... Last post It was a great event last year. Hopefully, this one will be the same.	Darran	1	14993	Sun Mar 05, 2023 6:25 pm ctwomey View the latest post
No unread posts	Western Region Galway / Mayo Run, 30th. April Western Region Galway / Mayo Run, 30th. April. More details to follow later Contact Joe 087 2665419	Darran	0	45423	Fri Mar 03, 2023 10:27 pm Darran View the latest post
No unread posts	Western Region Run Collooney Sligo 2nd. April Western Region Run 2nd. April, meeting at the Filing Station in Collooney Co. Sligo at 11.30am More details will follow later Contact Joe 087 2665419	Darran	0	44962	Fri Mar 03, 2023 10:26 pm Darran View the latest post
No unread posts	Western Region St. Patrick's Day Parade Ballymote 17th. March Western Region St. Patrick's Day Parade Ballymote , meeting at the railway station at 2.15pm Contact Joe 087 2665419	Darran	0	45582	Fri Mar 03, 2023 10:24 pm Darran View the latest post
No unread posts	Respray First post Sorry if this has been asked a million times... I want/need to get a respray (just the outer will do me to save ripping the whole thing apart). I... Last post Sorry Billy, Only saw this now - thank you so much. Great info. It's a tricky one. The reality is that all Minis rust. Spraying over the few...	Flately79	2	22483	Wed Feb 15, 2023 9:41 pm Flately79 View the latest post
No unread posts	Attachment(s) DISC BRAKES First post 8.4 Disc brakes Need refurbishment Hubs, Calipers, Drive flanges, Dust shields and discs €100 20210104_172436.jpg 20210104_172457.jpg Last post SOLD	woody	7	26081	Wed Feb 01, 2023 11:32 pm woody View the latest post

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No unread posts	General General MINI related posts. Open to all, registration required Moderators: spud1979, The Marcos Graveyard, Moderators	4544	34825	Re: garage / mechanic Thu Apr 03, 2025 3:40 pm Flately79 View the latest post
No unread posts	Events This section is about Events hosted/attended by the Irish Mini Owners Club Moderators: spud1979, The Marcos Graveyard, Moderators	1098	11253	Malin To Mizen 2024 Fri Jul 05, 2024 11:42 pm Darran View the latest post
No unread posts	Projects and My Mini This section is for Mini projects and restorations and also the place to show off your pride and joy. Moderators: spud1979, The Marcos Graveyard, Moderators	403	9493	Re: 1981 Mini City 1000 Mon Jul 07, 2025 7:25 pm The Marcos Graveyard View the latest post
No unread posts	For Sale MINI RELATED FOR SALE ITEMS ONLY All for sale items must be accompanied by : (1) a PHOTOGRAPH of the item in question (2) a specific PRICE (no "open to offers") (3) the seller's/item LOCATION For Sale posts not conforming to these rules will be deleted. All items listed must be the personal property of the seller, and hold the title to said item(s). The Irish Mini Owners Club, and its officers provide this service as a service to its members and Mini enthusiasts in good faith and do not endorse or confirm any detail or claim pertaining to items posted by individuals using this forum. Registration is required. Posts will be automatically deleted after 55 days Moderators: spud1979, The Marcos Graveyard, admin, Moderators	296	1070	Re: HIF38 Carb Offers accptd Sun May 25, 2025 10:24 am Fireblade View the latest post
No unread posts	Wanted Mini and related items only. Registration required. Posts will be automatically deleted after 180 days Moderators: spud1979, The Marcos Graveyard, Moderators	1	3	Re: activity Tue Jun 17, 2025 7:31 pm The Marcos Graveyard View the latest post

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