automatic mini's

[jessie]

Hi guys,
Might be taking a look at a 1988 mayfair automatic soon. Got some good advice from G on what to look out for... just wondering if anyone has had one of these, what's it like to own and drive compared to 'normal' clutch mini :? Any stories good or bad(preferably good)? thanks guys!
Jessie(mini maniac)

[leyland]

Well Jessie,
Have you any news on the automatic you were looking at. I bought one 2 years ago and had a few problems with the auto system. My project at present is to change out the engine and box and put a manual system into the car instead. Autos are nice and great fun to drive around the city or if the body is seizing-up, but for country driving and long mini runs they can be a bit boring. Just my thoughts on them. Best of luck on whatever you decide.
Leyland

[jessie]

Hi , thanks for that, yeah me and mr VW had a look at it, normal car stuff came up round the same time so mini purchase on hold for the moment..
It was an 88, work had been started on it as it had been outside with a
wet floor, holes in the usual palce but under arches/front footwells/floor
under covering would have needed work alright, but vw's Punto also decided to act up big time so had to dip in to look after that first. Thems
the breaks! However,the search goes on, not to worry!

[alannmoris]

Autos are nice and great fun to drive around the city or if the body is seizing-up.