Should I spend RM50k to rebuild this Mini Cooper Classic? | EvoMalaysia.com

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  • Опубліковано 11 лип 2024
  • So I'm going to be rebuilding my mini to make it a "Mini Classic Touring". It's gonna cost quite a bit but it's my favourite classic in my garage and I plan to keep it for a Long time. Join me in this video as I update on the mini.
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    Below are the current job list that I we identify so far.
    - Change all engine arms & engine mounting bushes
    - Change all engine gaskets & oil seals
    - Grinding engine head valve
    - Cleans all piston carbon
    - Change new Water jacket
    - Service & refurbish injector
    - Alternator, Aircon compressor & brake survo pump change back to original mini spec
    - Bilstein absorber
    - Exhaust system
    - Hks sport air filter
    - Brake system refurbished & change new brake pad
    - Clutch kits change all new
    - Water system change all new
    - Upgrade 5speed gearbox
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  • @gilamini-lx1tg
    @gilamini-lx1tg Рік тому

    Nice and looking forward to your update.
    I have restored my two classic mini too a few years ago and very satisfied with it. It’s worth for the efforts.
    Do enjoy your upcoming upgrades too.
    Cheers,
    Set

  • @faisalfadzil9883
    @faisalfadzil9883 5 місяців тому

    I would. But hope the work is high quality. My mini needs a full body renovation, so take care of your mini body too.

  • @andrewbcheng5454
    @andrewbcheng5454 Рік тому

    You found the best "doctor" in town there is. Good luck on your "rehabilitation" journey. 🤗

  • @editionlvl
    @editionlvl Рік тому +1

    Great job Thomas...its a keeper...my family have 5 of these, been a keeping a number of classic minis since 10-15 years ago....great to see more people like yourself appreciating it... its a car that i enjoy driving and it turn heads, without a doubt

    • @ThomasYap
      @ThomasYap  Рік тому

      Yep. No other car make or model in the world looks, drives and feels like this. Truly unique

  • @gavinchia5841
    @gavinchia5841 Рік тому

    Looking forward to the journey of the Classic Mini

  • @angelsone-five7912
    @angelsone-five7912 Рік тому +1

    Well done, do the job properly and keep the Mini for life.

  • @simonloi6929
    @simonloi6929 Рік тому +1

    What a beautiful lovely car. Keep it up Thomas

  • @aBc4life00
    @aBc4life00 Рік тому +1

    Finally the Mini!

  • @rickeyricardomatthews2147
    @rickeyricardomatthews2147 Рік тому +1

    I like this vehicle
    It’s worth renovating

    • @ThomasYap
      @ThomasYap  Рік тому

      Me too. No.. I love it. haha. I can't imagine letting go of this one.

  • @jessccy
    @jessccy Рік тому +2

    Since you need to remove the engine to fix all the gaskets... Since you are you, you probably can't sleep if you don't fix it as near as original. Yup, you have the funds. By all means, go do everything that makes you smile more. It's a Mini!

    • @jessccy
      @jessccy Рік тому +1

      Oh yeah. Vote for British Racing Green 🙋🏻‍♀️

    • @ThomasYap
      @ThomasYap  Рік тому +1

      Yeah. since im gonna take the engine out, might as well go all the way. haha... The rabbit hole begins.

    • @ThomasYap
      @ThomasYap  Рік тому

      Thanks! I think I'm leaning towards that too!

  • @speedycatz
    @speedycatz Рік тому

    Yes, also please do a K20 swap while you're on that :)

    • @ThomasYap
      @ThomasYap  Рік тому +1

      Haha.. I think the current engine in the mini is plenty fast.

  • @daenesh
    @daenesh Рік тому +1

    Being a classic mini owner and having restored my car ..i can't justify restoring the engine for 30k.. i know 3 mini specialist known in the groups who can do it for 10k.. for 30k, i'm having a crazy high performance engine with high cams, webers, dry deck and so on.. maybe even Omega pistons

    • @ThomasYap
      @ThomasYap  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for sharing bro. I was thinking of having high cams etc. But I didn't want the car to be too strung up.

  • @thamme1179
    @thamme1179 Рік тому

    Where is this place ? workshop Location ?

  • @tommykaira8775
    @tommykaira8775 6 місяців тому

    Why not? You can build your own signature Mini

  • @PK-jy5xh
    @PK-jy5xh Рік тому

    Hi Thomas, i also own a SPI, the 35 Anniversary model. Firstly where is the shop in Yr video located n does it have a name? U mentioned u planned to replace the brake components to original, in my opinion, the original brake sux, better to keep the upgraded ones. Lastly I seriously feel the amount u estimated is wayyy too high. Restoring a gearbox won't cost more than 2K. I done it so I know. RM15K to Rm20K is more than enough bro for a great restoration n upgrade. This includes some great upgrades from Mini Spares. Rgds

    • @ThomasYap
      @ThomasYap  Рік тому

      I got it. Thanks for your feedback bro. a big chunk of it comes from buying a new 5 speed crosslink gearbox. Otherwise it'll be nearer to 25k. And I'm also putting a higher price expectation so I won't be surprised haha.
      PS. that's super awesome you have the 35 anniversary model!

  • @Highlander226
    @Highlander226 Рік тому +1

    Seems like a ridiculous amount of money for so little to be done!

  • @michaellee1500
    @michaellee1500 8 місяців тому

    Can share the address lf thsi workshop, would like to drop by next visit to Kl. Thanks

    • @ThomasYap
      @ThomasYap  8 місяців тому

      It's not a workshop bro. Details in the video description text.

    • @michaellee1500
      @michaellee1500 8 місяців тому

      @@ThomasYap can go there to look for mini seats ?

    • @ThomasYap
      @ThomasYap  8 місяців тому +1

      @@michaellee1500 Yep. For sure can

  • @Bullitc
    @Bullitc Рік тому +1

    Auto foam?

    • @ThomasYap
      @ThomasYap  Рік тому

      Would definitely consider it!

  • @user-qc3qe8rx9f
    @user-qc3qe8rx9f Рік тому

    Have group? I want to join. I have mini

    • @ThomasYap
      @ThomasYap  Рік тому

      Sorry im not part of any mini group as of now.

  • @Highlander226
    @Highlander226 Рік тому +1

    Please donate just a bit to dog shelters.