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Originally Posted by Brynmor
Interesting thread this and it’s magnifying where I’m currently at. I’ve a really nice Mk1 Mini built to a clubman spec, bolt in cage etc, very much as clubman minis in Historics were up to even 12-15 years ago, however what I do lack is the budget for a £25k Swiftune type engine plus all the high end running costs.
So it sits there doing nothing. Last year as Minis are my thing I did some Mighty Mini racing which I’d venture is closer to racing as was in the 60/70’s than most series now. They also run control Tyres which last and last and last.
It’s a real shame that in historics the accepted specification now seems to be the highest end of what’s achievable and not something more pared back, in a dare I say more sustainable (financially) for future of historics way.
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There were two minis (near identical) at the Goodwood track day in March. . one was flashing its lights having its neck wrung in a bid to get by me, so I let it go, it was a track day, not a test day. I had a quick look in the paddock. both brand new cars. everything, shell included.
Tells you everything you need to know.