Mini GP1

[Carlson W6]

Picked up this little cracker yesterday.
My missus has been after a small car for a while and after looking at a few different
types and coming close to a Fiat 500 I emphatically explained that the most fun she could possibly have
would be in a GP and if she needs more than 2 seats (which is extremely rare) she can use our C5 RS6.

I was ready to buy her a GP2 but based purely on looks she wanted a GP1.

I've been watching prices rise over the last 12 months and was concerned about buying someone's former
track day toy.

We found this one with 6 previous owners which concerned me, but I decided to follow the PH mantra of buying
on condition.

The car seems perfect,drives very tightly,no bolster wear on drivers seat and is 100% standard with 56K.

It has a great service history with the longest owner (2011-2015) being fastidious with his attention to servicing.
All other years servicing stuck to the normal mini schedule.

I'm amazed what a blast the little car is to drive,and the missus fell in love on her drive from deepest West Sussex to London on the journey home.

We are both excited about having this car in our lives and i'll keep you posted on the trials and tribulations of ownership.

Edited by Carlson W6 on Wednesday 1st March 17:18

[G111MDS]

Nice purchase! These are fantastic cars, and reminds me that it's about time it appeared out of the garage. Not sure I'll ever sell mine.

[Andy665]

Very nice and sure not to lose any value

[ECG1000]

Awesome cars! Always wanted on.

[jakemico]

Great cars and brilliant to drive. My only advise would be to replace the OEM wheels with 17s and store them in the garage out of harms way. Will improve the ride quality, handling and aesthetics IMHO.

[Mike1990]

Love these, they have a proper LSD as well unlike the GP2. Have fun

[addz86]

Excellent choice, I'm on my second now

And they love being a track toy

[AdamGP]

What number have you bought? I owned 1819, the only car I regret selling!

Prices now seem to be higher than when I bought mine as an approved used mini.

I'll second switching to 17s with sticky rubber, transformed the car... Oh and a Janspeed manifold/decat

[Carlson W6]

Thanks for positive comments everyone!

As soon as I have time it's going up to 1320 mini for a inspection 2.
It's not due one but I like to know I'm starting from a good place.

It's number 1697, bought from Ollie Davis who I must say was an absolute pleasure
to deal with.

Here is the advert-

http://www.odaviscars.com/stockdetails.asp?StockID...

Edited by Carlson W6 on Sunday 5th March 12:05

[Terminator X]

Looks great, hard as nails!

TX.

[Carlson W6]

Took delivery this morning of the following-

1. Genuine mini rubber drivers and passenger mats.

2. Genuine mini rubber boot tray

3. Genuine mini boot liner (for hatch, there is no specific GP iitem.

4. Genuine mini rear bumper scratch guard.

5. Generic dog guard.

I fitted it all and used the strut brace to attach the dog guard to.

The missus is delighted as she can now use the mini to take our two dogs out.

This is a pic of their first time in the car,Gracie the little one was a bit nervous.

[stewies_minion]

Dogs look happy.

Car looks like lots of fun. Have always fancied a fast mini. To my eternal shame, I've never been in one.

That dealer's stock list is delightful..

[Carlson W6]

Booking the GP in with 1320 Mini for the following-

Inspection 2 with Motul 300V and ITG
Brake fluid change
Coolant change
Engine Health check

None of this is "due" but I'd really like a decent appraisal and to know
where I'm starting from.

Any PH'ers have experience of 1320?

I'm in London so Lohan are a long way- both 1320 and Lohan seem to be the guys?

Edited by Carlson W6 on Monday 6th March 03:43

[jackh707]

Everyone on the mini forums used to rave about 1320 and seemed to be the go to people when i had my cooper s.