1980 Rover - Austin Mini SDL review from UK and Ireland
"Alec Issigonis' illegitimate lovechild"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
General minor Mini oil leaks.
Driver's seat fabric has given up the ghost (25 years old!).
General comments?
I bought this car from a friend and it's my second Mini.
I've fitted a Stage1 tuning kit and the difference is fantastic. The engine is so much more lively.
I replaced the front drum brakes with discs ready for my next performance upgrade - a 1275cc engine.
These cars are very addictive and horrendously good fun. I can't recommend the Mini enough.
Thank you Sir Alec!!
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| Love/Hate relationship |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1980 |
| Year of manufacture | 1980 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 65000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 69000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Scirocco |
| Date of Entry | 15th June, 2005 |