My dad (Jack) from ReadSpeed Mini Mecca here in Brisbane has 2x hi-Ho silver models

don`t know the engine or Vins & sorry i don`t have pics either, one day i`ll take my camera down there & click away & post em up here for you



Matt

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No offence intended here but--> anyone writing a book about minis 30 years ago may not have experienced such worn or stuffed-with components as we are finding these days.

You should put your heart & soul into everything you do.

Chris
I reckon that collecting vehicle info is a gr8 idea at the very least it may give us some idea of how many are left out there not to mention that we may get an insight as to how many were made when they were made and in what sequence. lets face it we know precious little about these cars!
as far as identity theft goes...seriously have any of you guys tried to buy a set of punches of exactly the same size as the ones used by leyland....its a no go i can vouch for that! it would also be very difficult to restamp a vehicle in the exact place and with the same hammer force that a bored prooduction line worker would have ya'd spot a fake a mile away

By the way whats the general feeling on the "how many" debate i subscribe to the only 500 or so theory althoughh many say 1000 is clooser to the real mark what you say guys and girls

Kev

coments taken on board guys....

My only grief with making it all official etc is alot of people were cvery concerned about their privacy and details getting leaked out... as i have started this and assured people that i will not pass on the details to anyone, i would not feel comfortable in get this done officially.....

I will speak to the NSW Mini Club and see if i get any support in this and i will also contact Watto...

but i think that i will speak to the MCC and see if they can give me some authority to do it for them as i dont think they would take the project on with as much passion as i would!

Either way, you would need the VIN number AND a compliance plate wouldn't you???
I have always been curious if mine was a LEGIT one but this thread has confirmed it is, Cheers

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If only milk and orange juice is meant to come in 2 litres, only cheap wine comes in 5 litres...

http://www.flickr.com/photos/13922833@N04/

my mate in Mt Beauty has bought another one, no motor but otherwise all complete

Chris, you have his details

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did I tell you that I won a trophy?

hey guys just an update,,,,,

I know have 15 cars... woohooo hahah

Also spoke with the president of the NSW MCC tonight and it is very close for
this register to become a official MCC register.. which is good as it adds some credibility and security to owners....

Poeee still has the oldest
and Aaron has the newest...

Cheers
Chris.

From now on can anyone with a 1275LS please Email me at [email protected] with their info..

Make that Aaron And Doogie, i just happen to house it.

Cheers

Aaron

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I have a couple of pics of this car including the plate on the dash that says it was the 9th last?? Also have the chassis no and build date .....

Should I post them up or would that breach .... something

PM sent Chris.

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The 3rd last is in NSW and still in the same family that bought it new , it is unreg but perfect with low mileage . It is hi-ho silver and has the plaque on the dash saying it's the 3rd last produced in Aust . The owners are understandably keeping it a low profile and asked that I don't say where . No other details or numbers yet but I may be able to get some pics in the coming weeks , it's not really close to where I am .

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thanks guys so far for all of your help!

and PM replied and also sent re the last 3rd one.

keep up the looking guys!

I apparently still own one. :lol:
Hey, Sports850 ? Is the car any where near Kempsey

and mate if i was you i would keep on owning it!

OR let me look after it until things have cleared up for you. i wont drive it. just
keep it and clean it and bask in its 1275LS hi ho glory!!

hahaha

Ok then ill make it No 16.
date of first register 02/04/73
vin 7A8B1030799883525 this has been changed when it came over to NZ ill get originals to put on here.
eng 1200 (ill get the rest)
colour Red now dont know original colour.

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Not quite an LS as they were produced in 1978, probably closer to a GT.

oops my mistake its a GT silly me half asleep.
oh well carry on boys as you were.

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