Our 850cc Mini Mk I was purchased in Ireland in August 2010 with the sole purpose of preparing it to compete on the 2010 “Rally of the Tests” which was starting in Dublin and 6 days later finishing in Blackpool. This Mini was first registered in the UK and it’s original reg. no. was 233 MOD. When imported into Ireland it was given ZV33779.
Ted had competed on the Rally of the Tests in 2003 and realised this was the one of best and toughest rallies in Europe and one never to be missed.
The original engine had been in the Mini since the 60’s so was immediately retired. Lloyd Hutchinson prepared an engine block and began his legendary engine preparation. He had plenty of experience building competition Mini engines and knew how to get it right first time.
The car was made rally ready with new brakes, master cylinders, hoses fitted inside, strengthened sump guard fitted to strengthened subframe, new radiator, exhaust, engine mountings, AVO shock absorbers and CV joints. Purpose made battery cut off, and dash boards were made for driver and navigator along with the necessary Halda and wiring needed for all accessories.
We started on time and finished the Rally of the Tests 22nd overall and 5th in Class.
Since that we have competed on the “Rally of the Tests” and best results finishing 7th overall in 2012 and winning the class in 2014. On the Vale of Clwyd Rally in 2015 we were quickest on the first 2 tests out of a field of 65 starters including Cooper “S”s and Porsche 911’s.
It is now eligible and ready to compete in 10 events in the HRCR Clubman’s Championship and the 10 events in the Scenic Tours Championship, Historic Road Rallying, Historic Endurance Rally Organisation, and Endurance Rally Association events and many more
Car details:
WHEELS: 6 x Mini Light style alloy wheels & 8 x Steel wheels
Brand new wiring loom fitted in September 2015
Cibie spot Lights / Reverse Light
AVO Shocks
Exhaust skidded
Strengthened sumpguard
Safety devices roll cage
Corabeau seats / Full harness belts
Drivers and navigators dash
Halda
Brantz timer
Battery cut off
Fire Extingusher
LED Interior Light / LED Boot Light
Light starter motor
Brake lines inside
Class winning Mini on Rally of the Tests
Fastest on first 2 tests on Vale of Clwyd Rally
Reliable – finishing all rallies started
Proven history
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