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Car Forum / MINI / November 2003Mini restoration in Ireland.
I have just bought a 1976 Leyland Mini 850 that needs engine work (and conversion to unleaded fuel), replacement of a number of body panels (rust) and a re-spray. My problem is that I want to have the work done by an experienced Mini specialist rather than a general garage. But despite lots of searching I can't locate such a person in Ireland. After a series of unanswered emails to Irish club sites and attempts to contact named people listed on them I've only had 1 reply. A very nice man who went down this road himself some years ago. He had the skills to do It himself, I don't. If anyone in the group could post details of an Irish restorer I would be very grateful. In the event that there isn't someone in Ireland who does this work I am willing to travel to the UK, preferably Wales (distance) to get a 1st class job done. Thanking you in advance, Joe. Qualified BIFFO & BUFFALO. Joe, There's a guy in Cork who does engine conversions etc. I imagine he'd do resoration work too... I know he's familiar with preping rally cars etc too. His name is Gerard o'Leary and he's in Cork. you should be able to find him in the phone book... Tony > I have just bought a 1976 Leyland Mini 850 that needs engine work > (and conversion to unleaded fuel), replacement of a number of body [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Qualified BIFFO & BUFFALO. Tony, Thanks for the info. I'll try to track down Mr. O'Leary and hopefuly he can help me get my new pride and joy back to her mint condition. Joe. > Joe, > There's a guy in Cork who does engine conversions etc. I imagine [quoted text clipped - 30 lines] >> >> Qualified BIFFO & BUFFALO. Joe, I have an address & phone number for you for Gerard O'Leary.... Unit 26, Ballincollig Commercial Park, Ballincollig, Cork. 021 4877158. Also for advice there is the IMOC site: http://www.irishminis.ie Best of luck with it...... Tony > Tony, > [quoted text clipped - 37 lines] > >> > >> Qualified BIFFO & BUFFALO. Tony, Once again my thanks. I've had a chat with Mr. O'Leary about my little beast. Based on my description he is unsure as to whether it would be more expensive than the car would be worth to restored it, but I'll be dropping down to Ballincollig some day next week for a serious assessment of the options. Any excuse to visit Cork is always good. I'll let you know how it goes, Joe. > Joe, > I have an address & phone number for you for Gerard O'Leary.... [quoted text clipped - 55 lines] >> >> >> >> Qualified BIFFO & BUFFALO. Good stuff Joe, you should sign up to the Irish mini owner's club message board too as there are frequently people selling bits & pieces. I bought a set of 5 10*6" cosmic alloys from a guy just yesterday evening for 50 yoyos..... They don't force club membership either so it won't cost you a bean! Tony > Tony, > [quoted text clipped - 68 lines] > >> >> > >> >> Qualified BIFFO & BUFFALO. |
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