Description
The fastest original Mini Cooper in Asia. A full race no- expense- spared uncut original Austin Mini Cooper. Originally registered in New Zealand, it was converted to a race car in the mid 90's and raced successfully in the Mini Super Series. I purchased the car in 2005 and imported it to Singapore. The car was rebuilt by David Works Garage (Singapore's Top Classic Race Engineers) to high race spec but with original paint etc and raced in Asia's Fastest Classic Car Series (HKCCC at Sepang) in 2006 where it won Class A with 12 straight wins. The car was stripped and fully repainted and lightened and all components uprated to highest available spec to race in 2007 (again by David Works Garage). The car came second in 2007 on a countback due to my missing some races due to business commitments. The car was rested in 2008 and again rebuilt with new engine for 2009 (again by David Works Garage). As the car was too fast for Class A (<1800cc/1000kg) we put it up to Class B (<2700cc/1000kg) with very minor changes, which due to consistent placing and some wins, but no failures, managed to win the class against top class 240Z, BDA engined Mk1 Escorts and a moderately prepared 3.0l+ Porsche. The car is a Sepang favourite and has featured on ESPN "Engine Block" and many websites. Video of the car can be found at www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PZvbrGcBW8, www.youtube.com/watch? v=aQ9eRklu6tU, www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOEjgGFpphk or by searching "fezzafella" on Youtube. The car has lapped Sepang F1 full circuit in 2m40s and Sepang North Circuit in 1m23s both faster than all but the best race prepared WRX's or Integras. Ask anyone about this and they will tell these are very fast, especially for a 1275cc push rod engine. I am reticent to let the car go but have to to make way for my new project.
Recent Competition History
Hong Kong Classic Car Club (HKCCC) Champion Class B - 2009 HKCCC Runner Up (on Countback) Class A - 2007 HKCCC Champion Class A - 2006 Previous race history in New Zealand - no details
Performance Data
Class: Classic Car
Weight: 1320 lbs
Best Time: 2m40.6 sec
Track: Sepang International F1 Circuit Malaysia
Engine
Engine Builder: David Works Garage Singapore
Manufacturer: Austin
Type: A-Series Full Race
Displacement: 1275cc
Horsepower: 135bhp+
Torque: Don't know.
Induction: Weber 48DCOE on 7
Heads: MED Gas Flowed Race Head
Block: A+ Series 1275cc
Main Caps: Steel Centre Main Strap
Crankshaft: MED EN40B Steel Formula 2 Spec
Connecting Rods: Arrows Steel - lightened
Pistons: Omega Forged 6cc Dish
Camshaft: Kent 300Deg Duration
Valves: MED Steel race
Valve Train: KAD roller rockers - alloy/uprated springs
Clutch: MED Sintered Disc Paddle Type
Pressure Plate: MED Alloy Race Lightened
Flywheel: MED Alloy Race Lightened
Exhaust: Stainless Steel LCD Straight Thru
Total Time: 6hr only
Races: 12 x 18min
All ARP bolted - a jewellery box of mini's best parts
Fuel System
Fuel Cell
Manufacturer: ATL + Fuel Cooler
Age: 2007
Capacity: 8 Gal
Fuel Pump: Facet Electric
Fuel Type: 100 Octane Pump
Oil/Water System
Radiator: RADTEC Alloy Hand Made + STD Mini
Water Rad Location: LHS Wheel Arch + RHS Wheel Arch
Water Pump: High Capacity
Oil Cooler: Mini Spares 13 Row MOCAL
Oil Cooler Location: Grill
Electrical System
Ignition: Electronic Contactless
Alternator: Lucas 45AMP
Battery: Red Cell
Data Logger: N/A
Computer: N/A
Transmission
Manfacturer: KAD
Type: Dog Straight Cut Close Ratio
Gears: 5 speed
Shifter: KAD In Car Linkage with weighted stick
Trans Cooler: N/A
Races: 12 hours
Extremely fast gear changes - see video on Youtube
Rear End
Manufacturer: Quaiffe
Cooler: N/A
Ratio: 3.4:1
Case: Std
Differential: Quaiffe Viscous Variable LSD
Axles: MED Race
Races: 12 Hours
Body
Construction: Steel Original Factory Shell
Color: Old English White
Paint: 2K
Condition: Very Good - Excellent
Door Cards have been cut out to save weight but all else is original
Chassis
Type: Monocoque
Builder: BMC
Material: Steel
Finish: Painted
Condition: Excellent
Front Suspension: Fully Adjustable Rose Jointed Spherical Joints/KAD
Rear Suspension: Fully Adjustable Trailing Arms/Adjustable Cones and Geometry
Shocks: Spax - 2006
Brakes: Fr: KAD 7.9
Steering: Mini Spares Quick Rack
Wheels: KAD Billet Magnesium 10
Tires: Hoosier Slicks R25B/Yokohama 032R Wets
Interior
Color/Finish: Painted - Old English White 2K
Material: Sparco Race Seat/Pedals
Fire System: Handheld
Restraints: Sabelt 3
Guages: Autometer Oil Filled
Steering Wheel: Sparco Suede 330mm
Condition: Excellent
Spares
Jack Knight 4spd SCCR gearbox - in stripped down form
