Index

6 Adjusterlamp 15 Airfilters 19 Air Horns

a Backrest 13 Bonnet lock 19 Bonnet strap (leather) 13 Bonnet strap (rubber) 13 Boot/ Bonnet lid light 20 Brake Servo Kit

15 Camshafts a Car Bin

20 Car Creeper 20 Car Ramps

5 Compasses 17 Cylinder Heads 15 Dash Pot Covers 19 Dash Tabs 6 De-mister

10 Driving Gloves 3 Driving kit (relaxed)

6 Easiturn 1a Eng ine Service Kits

3 Fetherinfan 3 Flick Switch Ext. 4 Fly-off Handbrake 4 Fuel tank

11 G.B. Plates 7 Gear Knobs 7 Gear Lever Extensions 3 Grille Buttons

7 Headrest 17 Homologated Performance Kits

20 lmmobiliser 5 Instruments

12 Lamps 13 Lamp Covers 20 Letastick

14 Mag-Caps 15 Manifolds 11 Mirrors (exterior) 6 Mirrors (interior)

20 Motocare Products 1a Oil Coolers 10 Overalls

16 Performance Kits

10 Rac ing Su it 10 Rally Jacket 11 Rally Stripes 15 Ram Pipes 11 Reflective Safety Plates 14 Road Wheels

4 S.P .Q.R. Major Change a Safety Belts a Seat Covers

11 Side-Strips 19 Spark Plugs 10 Spectator Su it 19 Starter cables 9 Steering Whee ls 6 Steering Wheel Gloves

13 Stoneguards 3 Sump Guard a Switch Console

2 Thrott le Linkage (Rigid) 6 Throttle Pedal

20 Tow Rope 19 Tyre Pressure Gauge

13 Valve Cover Buttons 16 Valve Springs

14 Wide Rim Wheels 3 Wheelspacers

13 Working Lantern

····mini ··-A word about our Company

Being sports car and rally enthusiasts themselves , the proprietors of Mini Sport have given careful and critical vetting of all the products they present in this catalogue. They believe that the prices they can offer to you represent the best value on the market today and this plus the GREEN SHIELD STAMP OFFER and Catalogue charge refund on your initial order of £2 or over, indicates the value of the Mini Sport range.

All goods are post free and guaranteed by the manufacturers, and Mini Sport will act quickly on your behalf should any of their range prove faulty or give dissatisfaction . This way, they believe is the only way to build a confident customer relationship , thereby at all times keeping their prices and service the best in the country and their range continually expanding as new products become available.

Thank you.

Conditions All Mini Sport orders are given prompt attention and are covered by a money refund guarantee. Cash with order. All items post free . C.O.D. 5/- extra.

Mini Sport Refund the cost of this catalogue on first orders over £2.0.0.

Green Shield Stamps given with every order from this catalogue.

Cover Reproduced by kind permission of Motor.

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the revolutionary new

RIGID THROTTLE LINKAGE -- '

FOR ALL BMC MINIS, 1100's AND 1800's

(Right and Left-Hand Drive)

patent applied for

At last Mini-Sport have produced the complete cure for that sticking throttle . .. the Rigid Throttle Linkage. It is easily fitted in a matter of minutes, giving more sensitive throttle control , more m.p.g., smoother, safer driving and completely eliminating a sticking throttle. The linkage is precision engineered from high quality steel to give long life and trouble-free operation. It is supplied in kit form , complete with comprehensive fitting instructions.

Extensively road tested by many leading motoring journals, and the subject of favourable editorial reviews.

The Mini-Sport Rigid Throttle Linkage is fully guaranteed.

Available for all BMC Minis and 1100 range.

Price 59/6 Also available for 1800 range. Price 65/-

Left hand drive models Price 65/ -

(Piease state make, model and year of car when ordering)

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Mini Wheel Spacers Designed for safety, giving wider track which gives more positive steering and better road holding . Simple fitting instructions incl uded . Available for all BMC Minis except Cooper ·s·. Our Price 50/ · per pair including 8 studs

Flick Switch Extensions Provides instant finger tip control. In flexible rubber -will fit over exist ing switch. Essential for Mini-drivers, especially when wearing safety belts.

Our Price 2/ 6 per pair

Sump Guard Soundly engineered in fs" heavy plate steel. Full sump and gearbox protection. Machine drilled to allow airflow between sump and guard. Available for all BMC Minis and Coopers. List Price £5/ 1 0/ 0d .

Our Price £4/ 19/ 6d.

Relaxed Driving Kit Comprises of steering rake adjuster, pair of seat adjusters and pair of engine stabiliser cones. Available for all BMC Minis and Coopers .

Our Price 18/ 6

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Grille Buttons Quick release conversion kit. Enables mini grilles to be quickly detached for immediate inspection or maintenance of distributor, fan belt, oil filter, dynamo, horn, etc . Fits all Minis and Coopers.

Our Price 14/6

Fetherinfan Saves about two-thirds of the power absorbed by the conventional fan . Reduces fan noise and is simple to fit. Available for all BMC Minis, Coopers and 1100 range only. List Price £3/ 15/ 0d.

Our Price 69/6

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S.P.Q.R. Major Change Complete answer to the slow and cumbersome standard gearchange on all models of BMC Minis excluding Mini Coopers and post March 1967 Ells and Hornets, the Major Change is a beautifully engineered remote control linkage, designed for swift, positive gear­changes. The gear lever falls conveniently to hand, essential for users of safety harness. Linkage between the gearshaft and the gearbox is isolated by rubber mounted, self lubricating bushes thus eliminating transmission vibration and noise. Easy to install using only a normal tool kit.

Our Price £15/1 0/0d.

Extra Fuel Tank Essential for long distance travelling or competition purposes. This tank is of the same capacity as the standard tank, and is connected to the original fuel tank with a tee piece so that the fuel pump draws from the two tanks at the same time. Fuel gauge still indicates. It is supplied complete with filler cap and installation kit. Available for all BMC Minis and Coopers .

Our Price £11/16/ 0d.

Fly-off Handbrake Existing handbrake quickly and easily converted on all BMC Minis, and variants BMC 11OO's, Morris 1000, Riley 1.5, Wolseley 1500.

Our Price 17/ 6

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Instruments All instrL:ments are matched and have built-in illumination . 2in . dials with chrome bezels. White lettering on black background, complete with all necessary fittings except bulb and connector cable for ammeter.

Temperature Gauge (electrical) Dual scale reading ( 12v only) Our Price £2/ 18/ Sd.

Oil pressure Gauge (0.75 lb.) Dual scale reading Our Price £3/ 1/ 6d.

Vacuum Gauge Our Price £1 / 19/ Sd.

Ammeter- Scale 30-0-30 (12v only) Our Price £1 / 13/ Sd.

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Marine Compass The finest value available : * Internally gimbaled system through 360•. * Fully adjustable compensation for deviation and

correction . * Illuminated (12 volt on ly) cable and plug supplied. * Easy to read dial card s• graduations, heavily

damped. * Body diecast with chemical content to elim inate corrosion . * Superior duty alinco magnet, hard material pivot and sapphire bedding. * Dark metallic green.

Our Price £9/15/0d. Hooded compass also available as above. Our Price £9/ 19/ Sd.

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Car / Boat Compass A superior small compass : * Internally gimbaled . * Fully adjustable compensation for deviat ion and

correction . * Illuminated 12 volt only, cable supplied . * Easily read dial. * Complete with mounting bracket.

Our Price 62/ 6

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Car / Boat Compass For car or boat. Complete 360 • dial compass. Direction indicated under pointer, suction type fixing . Fully adjustable arm.

Our Price 17/ 6

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KL Clearview Electric Demister Pliable electric element clears rear window or windscreen of condensation or frost. May be bent by hand to take curvature of the screen. 3ft. giant size 70 watts .

Our Price (giant) 59/ 6

Adjustalamp Interior reading light, ideal for rallying , navigation or general motoring. Fully adjustable with 13in. chrome flexible arm , black base with marked on/ off switch and shaded light. Complete with 12 volt bulb and cable.

Our Price 45/ -

Throttle Pedal The famous Paddy Hopkirk throttle redal extension . Fits easily and quickly over existing accelerator. Improves control - assists " Heel and Toeing ". Prec ision engineered . Fits all BMC Minis, 11OO's, Riley 1.5, Wolseley 1500, Morris 1000, MGB and GT.

Our Price 16/ 6

Steering Wheel Gloves

Made from best qual ity real leather to add a touch of luxury to your car, and vanish that cold slippery touch in winter and that hot sticky one in summer. Fit one to your wheel now and give yourself extra safety and comfort and your car extra distinction . Type A fits 15in. to 16in. (38 em to 41 em) inclusive. Type B fits 16~ in . to 17~i n . ( 42 em to 44 em) inclusive. Please state size when ordering. List Price 29/ 6.

Our Price 25/ -Aiso available in SIMULATED LEATHER One size fits all wheels. List Price 15/ -.

Our Price 12/ 6 Colours black or tan for both types.

Interior Clip-on Mirror

Fitted in a matter of seconds by patent clip action to existing mirror. Result - much wider field of vision - for added safety. Available in Bin. or 10in. flat or convex.

Our Price (flat) Bin . 13/ 6 10in. 15/ 6 (convex) Bin . 17/ 6 10in. 19/ 6

Easiturn For manoevring in restricted spaces and for vehicles with low geared or heavy steering. Enables steering wheel to be turned rapidly in one movement. Easily fitted to inside of wheel.

Our Price 11/ 6

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GEAR KNOBS Chrome* (centre bottom.) Transport lens highlights the enamel reproduction of original car insignia. Lightweight. Highly chromed. Exclusive self cutting plastic insert. (Floor change only) .

Our Price 19/ 6

De Luxe Wood (ri ght) *Same design as chrome knob but made in 'hand rubbed ' highly pol ished wood (Floor change only) .

Our Price 15/ -

Siimline (l eft) *Highly polished, slim, mahogany knob. Self cutting insert (Floor change only) .

Our Price 10/ 6

Plain (top left ) Same style as mahogany slimline, no emblem, self cutting insert (Floor change only) .

Our Price 5/ 9

Golf Ball (top right) Identical to original golf ball , white. Self cutting insert (Floor change only) .

Our Price 4/ 6

*EMBLEMS available for: Alfa Romeo Jaguar Austin Jaguar 'E' Healey Sprite Lotus Cooper Mercedes Corsair MG Red/ Black Cortina Ferrari GT Hillman

Morris Triumph Vauxhall

vw Honda Rover Saab Fiat Wolseley Crossed Flags St. Christopher

Gear Lever Extensions Highly chromed, approximately 4in. long. Extensions for most BMC Jaguar, Triumph, Vauxhall , VW and most other makes, floor change only.

Our Price 6/-

Alexander Switch Type Gear Knob Finished in matt black, and fitted with red positive ac~ion slide type switch. Complete with length of black cable. Self cutting thread insert (Floor change only) . Can be used as overdrive switch, flasher switch, spot lamp switch , etc .

Our Price 27/ 6

Adjustable Head Rest This is a must for all cars, a real motoring luxury. Now compulsory standard safety equipment on cars in U.S.A. Beautifully upholstered in heavy gauge simulated leather. Fully adjustable for height and rake, and easily fitted . Available in Black, Red, Tan, Blue or Beige. List Price £4/4/ 0d.

Our Price 72/ 6

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Rally Seat Covers

Sit-rite backrest

Specially designed to eliminate driving fatigue by giving the correct support by allowing full body movement. Easily fitted , just slips over existing seat. Made in simulated leather. Available for : Mini range. Viva, Chamois, Tr iumph 948, 1200, 1250, Vitesse , VW 1100's, A40, Mk I and II , 105E, Cortina. Corsair, Imp, 1300, 1500, 1600, Fiat 500, 600, 124, MGB. List Price £6/ 6/ 0d.

Our Price £4/19/ 6d.

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Keep your car tidy with this smart unbreakable polythene refuse holder which fits on the raised tunnel or lies flat on the floor. Can also be used as storage for maps and other small objects. Mounted on pliable foam plastic flaps . Available in grey with gold trim.

Our Price 14/ 6

KL Sit-rite Backrest The KL Sit-rite is the original and most successful backrest on the market. It has been designed to give medically correct support to the spinal column and is recommended by the medical profession. A sprung steel frame and nylon cords hold the hardwearing material which is woven for elasticity, meshed for air circulation and is absorbent to disperse moisture. These combine to make it cool in summer and warm in winter. Its attractive slender form takes up minimum space and gives lateral support for cornering .

Our Price 49/ 6

Centre Switch Console Sol idly constructed and covered in black leather­cloth with plastisied ch rome trim. lncorporat· ing 3 on / off switches, warning light and handy extra glove box.

List Price £6/ 1 0/ 0d.

Our Price £5/ 19/6d. Without switches £4/ 19,'6d .

Available for Mini , 1100, A40, Morri s Minor, Imp range, Cortina, Viva, MGB, Spitfire, Angl ia, Triumph 1300.

A PASSENGERS TRAVEL IN THIS VEHICLE AT

Our Price 2/ 6

Self Adhesive

THEIR OWN RISK

Safety Belts Lap and diagonal type , be lt made from tough Bri·Nylon with new advanced quick release buckle . Conforms to BSS 3254. Supp lied with cho ice of th ree fittings - coverin g majority of cars currently on the road . Please state make and mode l of car when ordering . list Pr ice £3/ 10/ 0d .

Our Price 59/ 6 each

steering wheels

SPRINGALEX completely new race proved steering wheels

For a long time Springalex have been developing and testing on road , rally and racing cars a completely new range of superbly engineered steering wheels. These wheels give greater driving comfort, improved instrument vision and elegant highly polished four hole spoke styling. Plus a BUll T IN TRIPLE SAFETY FACTOR:

1. All rims are reinforced with a hidden cont inuous steel insert securely fastened to the spokes.

2. Each spoke is riveted to a special Dural centre plate. 3. The centre plate is fastened to the Boss by 3 bolts .

Finally the whole assembly is locked together with the actual steering wheel column nut.

" INITIAL EQUIPMENT ON TEAM LOTUS" Drivers: Graham Hill and the late Jim Clark

RIM TYPE DIAMETER DISH OF SPOKES LIST PRICE OUR PRICE

De-luxe 1" 2!" Wood 15" on ly or 4" £7-15-0d . £7-7-0d .

Simulated 1" 21" Leather 14" & 15" or 4" £5-15-0d . £5-9-0d .

I 12" & 13" Flat only

Hide 14" & 15" 1" 2!" or 4" £9-10-0d . £8-19-0d .

Recommended Dish Fits the Following Makes

M.G.B. G.T., M.G.C. G.T., Sprite 3 and 4, Midget 2 and 3. Sprite 1 and 2, Midget 1, Elan, Tr iumph 1200/ 1250,

1" Vitesse, Spitf ire, GT 6, TR 4 and 4A. B.M.C. Mini and Min i Cooper Range, Elf and Hornet. B.M.C. 1100 and 1300 (All Models) . Triumph 1300. B.M.C. 1800 (All Models) . Saab, Fiat 600, Simca 1000 (not GLS ) . and Peugot 204.

Ford Anglia, 1 05E. and Super. Cortina Mk.2. (incl. 67 ) . Rootes Imp, Cal iforn ia, Sport, Chamois, Hunter (67 on ). Gazelle (67 on ). Minx and Vogue (67 on) .

2! " Renaul t R8, R1 0, 1100 and Caravella. Vauxhall Viva ( 67 on ) . Opel Kadett and Rally Models. B.M.W. 1800 and 2000, incl. T1 (not 2000 coupe ) . Early 1500 and 1600 (not 2 door 1600, 67) . Volvo 121 , 122S, B18 Saloon. Fiat 850 & 124 - all models Rover 2000, Zephyr, Zod iac, Mk. 4 Models.

4" V.W, (All Models 1960 onwards) . Mustang.

De-Luxe Woodrim Covered in satin finished mahogany with finely machined finger grips , th is is the most elegant woodrim avai lable.

Simulated Leather This wheel is the ultimate in safety and comfort. The rim is covered in a shock absorbent cellular neoprene wh ich in turn is covered with black simulated leather joined on the inside by a spec ial new plastic weld ing process. The joint cannot be felt and is as strong as the cover itself.

Hide Covered The rim is padded with cellular neoprene and covered in best quality Connolly hide. A smooth finish is obtained by hand cross st itch ing in terylene thread round the inner edge.

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Racing Suits A

Superbly tailored in a new lightweight flame resistant material. Conforms to BSI 3120. Two piece design with zip front , adjustable cuffs , waist, ankle and neck. Three pockets. Extremely smart in Pale Blue with Navy stripe. Sizes S.M.L. Extra large available on request.

Our Price £7-19-0.

Mechanics Overalls B

Made from lightweight material in one-piece Cotton Drill. Double Zip fronted , elasticated cuffs. Three pockets. Eas ily hand washed and drip dried. These suits are manufactured to a very high standard, and extremely smart in appearance, so may also be used for casual wear if required . Available in Black, Royal Blue and Green. Sizes S.M.L.

Our Price £5-15-0.

Marshall/ Spectator Suits c Designed to cope with the wet weather, these two piece suits are fully waterproof, and made from Acrylic proofed nylon. Ideal for Marshalls, Spectators, Mechanics, Yachtsmen, and everyone who wants a 100% waterproof suit. Ideal for all sports people -men or women. Large front pocket in the top, with draw strings in the hem and the trouser legs. Elasticated cuffs. Available in Navy with Red stripe. Sizes S.M.L.

Our Price £4-19-6.

Formula Rally Jacket

Driving Gloves Fine cape leather, ventilated backs, complete index finger is seam free. Washable. Colours Black or Tan. Sizes: small , medium, large.

Our Price 37/ 6

All the features you could wish for in one jacket. Foamed quilting and a rain-proof lining ensure maximum protection and comfort. Designed by experts for practicability and smartness. This is a Rally Jacket. Colour: Navy with scarlet lining. Sizes: Small , Medium and Large. Extra Large available to special order. Outstanding features include: * Storm cuffs. * Quilted nylon. * Zip fastening . * Fold away hood. * Waterproof lining. * Large welt pockets.

List Price £9/ 9/ 0d.

Our Price £8/5/ 0d.

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Side-Strips PVC custom sidetrims that have taken the racing world by storm, used by works teams, and saloons. Side-strips are easy to fit, simply peel off the backing strip and the adhesive forms a strong , waterproof bond, but without marking the paintwork. There's one for your car. Abarth Hillman Simca Alia-Romeo Imp Sprite Austin Lotus Standard Triumph Cooper MG Super Sports Cortina MGB Triumph Fiat Mini vw Ford Morris Vauxhall GT Rallye Viva Saab Sport Volvo 2000 1100 850 Available in black or white.

Our Price only 16/ -

Speed Mirror Aerodynamically designed for high speed cars, with non­vibrating mirror and fully adjustable through wide angle of traverse so can be used for offside or nearside mounting. Available with flat or convex mirror.

Our Price (flat) 32/ · Our Price (convex) 34/ ·

Wing Mirror asymmetrical shaped wing mirror for maximum view

inimum glass area. Single wing hole mounting. geably off/ nearside.

Our Price 16/ 6

Rally Stripes The very latest from America. Self adhesive stripes to stick over the boot, bonnet and roof of your car - for that sporty appearance. Available in six exciting colours: Red, Green, Blue, Black, White, Gold. 6ins. wide x 13ft. 6ins. long. List Price 30/ -.

Our Price 25/ ·

Reflective Safety Plates

2 7 T D I These new number plates remain visible at distances of over 240 feet (average braking distance at 60 m.p.h.) and give bright warning of inadequately lit vehicles ahead . They are the only part of the motorists night precautionary equipment not prone to accidental damage or sudden failure. At night the likelihood of a coll ision is greatly reduced by their use. Front plates: black numbers on white reflective background. Rear plates: black numbers on a yellow reflective background. These reflective plates are of the very best quality, with black peak metal digits. Not to be confused with inferior pressed alumin ium types.

Our Price £4/ 5/ 0d. including nylon nuts and bolts for fixing.

Self Adhesive

Our Price 2/ 6

GB Plates Self adhesive. Anodised aluminium. Non tarnishing , non rusting , regulation size letters.

Our Price 7/ 6

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Lucas Fog/ Spot Lamps The world 's first Quartz - Halogen Lamp, the 'Silver Sabre'. Th is is a totally new kind of Fog - Lamp. Its broad , flat topped beam is so powerful it can slash a path through the worst pea-souper, and the beam is controlled so critically, back glare due to stray light rays is cut to an absolute minimum. Also available matching spot lamp the 'Silver Lance.'

Our Price £6-10-0 each Including cover switch and cable.

Lucas Square S's The brilliant new powerful Quartz-Halogen Fog and Long Range Lamps by Lucas. Suitable for upright or pendant mounting, each lamp supplied with free simulated black leather protective cover.

Our Price £5/19/ 6d. each including cover, switch and cable

Stenor Rectangular Quartz-Iodine Spot Lamp Beautifully styled and highly effic ient. Th is rectangu lar shaped spot lamp is powered by 55 watt. 12v. Phil ip 's Quartz-iodine tungsten filament bulb , giving highest power long range narrow beam. Size 6iins. x 4t ins. List Price £4/ 17 / 6d.

Our Price 89/ 6 Also available: matching fog lamp, but with yellow fluted glass for wide flat topped penetrating beam . List Price £4/ 17 / 6d. Our Price 89/ 6.

Stenor Quartz-Iodine Spot Lamp This is a super sl im, very attractive spot lamp. It is powered by 55 watt, 12v. Q.l. bulb to give long range driving beam of great intensity. Size 6! ins. diameter. List Price £4/ 5/ 0d.

Our Price 79/ 6 including cable and switch.

Also available: matching fog lamp, but with yellow lacquered reflector shielded to give flat topped beam. List Price £4/ 5/ 0d. Our Price 79/ 6 - including cable and switch

Reversing Light Th is is a very attractive slimline reversing light, and is easily fitted above or below the bumper without drilling. Powered by a 21 watt. 12v. bulb giving maximum illumination. Supplied complete with illuminated switch and cable.

Our Price 35/·

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Spot Lamp Covers Attractive protection. Made from hardwearing waterproof PVC. Foam padded and elasticated , with 'see through' window. Size ?in. chequered design. Size Sin. plain black.

Our Price 6/ 9 each

Working Lantern Unbreakable plastic body with stout rubber base, and flashing amber top light. A must for every motorist and householder. Essential for road emergencies, engine repair work and for all outdoor activities. Uses U2 batteries (not suppl ied ) .

Our Price 23/ 6

Stoneguards for both Headlamp and Spot lamp. Finished chrome on brass. Designed to protect headlamps and spotlamps from flying stones. No drilling required to bodywork.

Head lamp:

All Lucas ?in. Cortina Corsair, Renault 4L RB, Dauphine.

Our Price 39/ - per pair.

VW 1200, 1300. Our Price 44/ - per pair. Viva (67) Hillman, Hunter, Our Price 59/ 6 per pair. 4 guards for ?in. dual lights Our Price £3/ 13/ 6 per set

Spotlamp: S ~i n . Cibie and Raydot Lucas Pathfinder/ Projector Universal 6in . Diameter Universal ?in. Diameter Universal Rectangular

KL Bonnet Lock Security for the contents of your engine compartment when parked in the open . Dashboard operated models available for Min is, Austin and Morris 1100, Cortina and BMC 1800 and their various versions.

Our Price 22/ 6 except 1800 which Is 25/ ­and Cortina Mk II 29/ 6

Our Price 16/ 9 each Our Price 21 / - each Our Price 25/ · each Our Price 25/ - each Our Price 25/ - each

~ Valve Cover Buttons Instant removal , without spanners, of valve covers. Quickly and easily fitted to all BMC 4 cylinder models.

1 ~ Precision engineered in long life polished alloy.

Boot/ Bonnet Lid Light Automatically lights as it lifts, white anti-glare lens for boot area and red lens to signal warning , adjustable for different lids. No mechanical switch to fit. Fixing screws and instructions included.

Our Price 26/ ·

Our Price 10/ 6 pair

Rubber Bonnet Safety Straps Specially designed to secure bonnet or boot against accidental opening. Stoutly moulded black rubber complete with end fixing plates.

Our Price 12/ 6 •· , .

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Minilite Magnesium Alloy Road Wheels

These Minilite wheels are used by leading works teams in National and International compet itions. They are 75 per cent lighter than. steel and 33 per cent lighter than aluminium . Precision gravity-cast in Magnesium Elektron C. Each wheel is fully heat-treated in compliance with B.S.S. 2970. Available in 10-12-13-14 and 15in. diameters and 4in. to ?in . rim widths for most British, European , American and Japanese cars. Please request additional detailed list on this item .

Mag-Caps

To give your car the expensive appearance of magnesium alloy wheels. Made from high grade polypropylene, MAG-CAPS are strong and lightweight. They are easily fitted and do not require alterations to wheels or nuts. Kit includes chrome hub caps. Available for most cars except 1100 range, MGB and Triumph 1300. Wheel sizes 10in., 12in., 13in., 14in., 15in. List Price £3/ 19/ 6d.

Our Price 75/ - per set of four

Replacement Standard Road Wheels Available in the following sizes: 3! J x 10 BMC Mini range 4J x 12 BMC 1100 range 4J x 13 Anglia, Cortina, Corsair

57/ 6 each 60/- each 62/ 6 each

Cosmic Light Alloy Road Wheels

Immensely strong for Rallying and Racing , with wider track giving better road holding and steering. Pounds lighter than standard steel wheels, reducing insprung weight and turning inertia. Interchangeable with the standard wheels. Diecast in special aluminium alloy and mach ined to very close tolerances . Excellent corrosion resistance . Available in 4in . to 5! in . rim widths for British, European and Japanese cars. Please request additional detailed list on this item.

Wide Rim Wheels

These wheels are manufactured to the highest possible specification. A must for competitions or fast driving. (NOT re-welds) . 4! J x 10 Min i range 4! J x 10 Reversed rim - Mini range 5t J x 13 Anglia, Cortina, Corsair 4! J x 13 Herald, Vitesse, Spitfire , GT 6,

79/ 6 each 85/ · each 85/ - each

Lotus 7

5! J X 13 85/ · each

Herald , Vitesse, Spitfire, GT 6, Lotus 7

5J x 14 MGA, MGB (not GT ) 5! J x 14 MGA, MGB, GT

95/ · each 95/ - each

105/ · each

performance equipment

Ram Pipes Manufactured by Alexander for SU and Stromberg carburettors . Highly polished, anodised . Not only enhance your engine compartment but give really noticeable added performance by increasing air to fuel ratio . Long - free flow long type trumpets. Easily fitted .

Size SU STROMBERG PRICE OUR PRICE H " H2 CD 125 22/ - 19/ 9 1f" H4 CD 150 24/ - 21 / -Downdraught 66 mm 21 / 6 18/ 6

Short - can be used in preference to longer type . Special mesh gauze over intake. Easily Fitted.

Size su STROMBERG PRICE OUR PRICE H " H2 CD 125 19/ 6 17/ -w· H4 CD 150 21 / 6 18/ 6 Downdraught 44, 45, 48,

50, 52 mm 19/ 6 17/ -Downdraught 58, 75, 66 mm 21 / 6 18/ 6

'Piper' Cams and Manifolds Details of the full range of 'Piper' reprofiled camshafts and inlet manifolds are available on request. The range of Cam Profiles is the result of studies and computations on one of the latest IBM machines and profiled on a special purpose Churchill cam grinder. They are in advance of anyth ing available from the speciali st or as factory options. The range covers all popular makes and they come in G.T. Sprint and Race categories . These cams are used by many of the leading Works Racing and Rally Teams. A comprehensive range of inlet manifolds to suit most cars and carburettors is also available.

Air Filters (Competition type) Manufactured by Alexander for SU, Stromberg and Weber carburettors. Highly polished alloy, non restriction competition type. Gives improved performance and under bonnet appeal.

LIST PRICE Weber DCD and DCL . . . . . . . . . . £2-5-0 SU H1 (1 t" ) H2 (1!")

OUR PRICE 41 / 6

HS2 ( 1 f" ) .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . £1-9-6 Stromberg 125, 150 CD ...... ... £1-9-6 Stromberg 175 CD........ .... .. .. £2-2-0 SU H4 and HDH4 (W ' ) HS4 (H" ) .................. ....... £2-5-0 SU H6 and HD6 (1 f' ) .. .... .... £2-5-0 SU H8 and HD8 (2" ) ........... .. £2-5-0 52 mm Downdraught............. £1-12-6

Dash Pot Covers Transforms appearance of carburettor cover. Finished in highly pol ished alloy. Fitted in seconds.

Available for:

26/ 6 26/ 6 38/ 6

41 / 6 41 / 6 41 / 6 29/ 6

SU/ HS2 (1 !" ) SU/ HS4 (H") SU/ HS6 (1f' )

Stromberg 125 and 150 CD .................. Our Price 8/ ·

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performance equipment

Alexpress D.I.Y. Performance Kits

These kits have been specifically designed for the 'man in the street.' They _offer excellent power/ cost value and are completely assembled ready to fit. The fitting of this fully assembled kit is simplicity itself and can be undertaken by anyone USING NORMAL HOME WORKSHOP TOOLS.

Specification: Two Stromberg " CD" carburettors are fitted to a specially designed, airflowed alloy manifold. They are complete ly assembled with all necessary linkages, fuel pipes, etc. A pair of non-restriction pancake type air fil ters are also supplied. The kit is suppl ied, display boxed, comp lete ly assembled ready to bolt on, includ ing fitti ng and tuning instructions.

Following models available:

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A40 Mk. 2, Mi nor 1000 (1098). Austin/ Morris 1100, Min i 850, Elf 1 & 2, Hornet 1 & 2. Triumph Herald 1200/ 1250 Triumph Vitesse Triumph Herald 948 & 'S'

Ret. B

BMC 'B' Series Farina Range Austin / Morris 1800/ Cooper 997/ 8, MG, Riley, Wolseley, Vanden Plas 1100, Midget & Sprite 1 09E Ford Cort ina/ Corsair 1500 (not GT) / Ford 105E and Super (not LHD) / Rootes ' Iron Cyl. Head ' Minx and Gazelle, Mk. 5 (on) , Super Minx, Vogue 1 & 2/ Rootes 'Alloy Cyl. Head ' 1500 & 1600 cc only/ Opel Kadett, Opel Kadett 1100 engine Vauxhall Viva (not SL90) Ford Cortina 1200 Classic/ Capri 1340 or 1500 (not GT) Hunter /Vogue ( 1967)

Ref. C

Hill man Minx, Singer Gazelle, Husky (1959/ 64) includes special battery kit

m. p.h.fk.p .h. -------I Seconds

Standard I A/express

I Seconds m. p.h .fk.p.h . - - ----

Standard I Alexpre~ Austin A41Mk . 2 1093 c.c. Austi n/Mors 1100 0-40/64 10·2 I 7·7 0-40/64 9·7

I 8·0

0-50/80 17·4 12·7 0-50/80 IS· 3 13 ·0 0-60/ 100 27·1 18·4 0-60/ 100 22·7 19·0 0-70/ 11 2 47·7 28·S 0-70/11 2 39·8 29·6 Austin / Morr is 1800

I I Austin / Morris Mini 850

0-50/80

I 11·9 10·0 0-40/64 I 11 ·1 I 8·1

0-60/ 100 17·1 13 ·7 0-50/80 18·3 13·0 0-70/1 12 25 ·2 19·6 [0-60/ 100 29·7 18·9 0-80 39·0 28·6 0-70/ 112 N/A 30·5 Morris Oxford Mk . 6 Tri umph Vitesse

0-40/64 I 10·4 I 7· 1 0-50/80

I 11 ·3

I 10·5

0-50/80 15·6 12·1 0-60/1 00 17·6 IS· I 0-60/1 00 24· I 17·9 0-70/ 11 2 25·2 21 ·0 0-70/ 11 2 35·3 25 ·9 0-80 41·0 32·0 M.G. 1100

I I Ford Corsll 500 (not GT)

0-40/64 I 8·5 7·15 0-40/64 8·6 I 7·4 0-50/80 12·7 11 ·0 0-50/80 13·6 11 ·8 0-60/1 00 18·4 15 ·6 0-60/ 100 19·0 15·9 0-70/1 12 28·6 21 ·7 0-70/ 112 29·7 24·9

Vaux hall Vr (not Slr) I Tr iumph Tald 1250 I 0-40/64 8·6 7·4 0-40/64 9·4 7·8 0-50/80 13 ·6 11 ·8 0-50/80 15·2 12·2 0-60/ 100 19·0 15-9 0-60/ 100 25·2 19·7 0-70/ 112 29·7 24-9 0-70/ 112 42·5 31 ·3 Opel Kadett Ford lOSE I

I 0-30/48 I 6·5

I 4·5 0-40/64 10·8 9·2

0-S0/80 14·8 11 ·0 0-50/80 16·7 12·8 0-60/ 100 26·0 16·B 0-60/ 100 26·9 19·0 0-70/ 112 N/A 26·0 0-70/ 112 40·0 25 ·8 Hillman Minx Mk. 5 Ford 1200 Super 0-40/64

I

10·1

I

7·4 0-40/64 I 9·2

I

7·8 0-50/80 15·2 12·4 0-50/80 13 ·8 10·5 0-60/ 100 26·2 17·5 0-60/ 100 2 1·6 16·3 0-70/ 112 45·9 27·5 0-70/1 12 34-9 22·4

Ref. A

List Price £31 / 1 0/ 0d.

Our Price £28/ 10/ 0d. Ret. B

List Price £33/ 19/ 6d.

Our Price £30/ 15/ 0d. Ret. C

List Price £35/ 19/ 6d.

Our Price £32/ 10/ 0d.

Performance Valve Springs Improves performance, better economy. Supplied in sets . Available for:

Sprite 2, 3, 4, Midget 2, 3 .......... ....... . . Cooper " S", 970, 1071 , 1275 .................... . BMC 1800, MGB and GT .............. .... .... .. Rapier 1, 2, 3A, Alpine 2, 3, 4, Sceptre ..... . Rootes Imp and Chamois ....................... . TR.3, 3A and 4 ....... ....... ..................... . Herald Coupe 948 and 1200 ( 2 carbs) ..... . .. . Triumph Spitfire .................................. .. Vauxhall Viva .. ................................ . ... . A35 , A40, Mini 850, Sprite 1, Minor 1000 ..... . BMC 1100, 1300, Cooper, Elf and Hornet ..... . Ford Anglia 1200, 1340, 1500 and GT engines

£ s . d . 1 14 3 6 2 0 2 6 10 1 14 10

19 9 2 6 8 1 14 10 1 3 0 1 2 0

19 6 1 4 0 1 10 0

performance equipment

Homologated Performance Kits Appendix 'J ' Group II , F.I.A. Competit ions. SPECIFICATION Two 1 !" SU carburettors are fitted to a specially modified standard manifold complete with all necessary fuel pipes, throttle and mixture linkages. A pair of " short tuned length" polished alloy ram pipes and a set of performance valve springs complete the kit. It is supplied completely assembled , display boxed, ready to fit.

These Homologated Kits are intended to bring a highly modified eng ine into Appendix 'J ' Group II specification . Full details on request of parts and costs to bring car and engine into Appendix 'J ' Group II or Group V specifications.

Following models available:-B.M.C. Cooper 998, Cooper'S' 970, 1071 , 1275, Healey Sprite & MG Midget (1 098)

List Price £45·1 0·0 OU R PRICE £41-10-0

Alexpress D.I.Y. Performance Cylinder Heads

Specification:

The combustion chambers are modified , re-shaped and highly polished, the compression ratio is increased and the inlet parts are polished and gas flowed . A set of 'Ground In ' new valves complete with new guides collets and special performance valve springs are fi tted . A complete set of gaskets are included.

These heads are designed to give even greater performance to the Alexpress kit and can be simply fitted using NORMAL HOME WORKSHOP TOOLS.

A deposit charge is made on all home sales orders of £12/ 1 0/ 0d ., pending the return of the displaced head, carriage paid in serviceable condition within 14 days.

Cooper Engine prepared to Appendix 'J ' Group II 997 c.c. Twin H " S.U. 75 B.H.P. @ 7000 R.P.M.

Cooper 'S' engines prepared to Appendix 'J' Group II and V

970 c.c. + .040 = 999 c.c. Twin 1f' S.U. 87 B.H.P. @ 7750 R.P.M.

970 c.c. + .040 = 999 c.c. Weber DCOE 45 93 B.H.P. @ 7800 R.P.M.

1071 c.c. + .040 = 1107 c.c. Twin H" S.U. 93 B.H.P. @ 7000 R.P.M.

1 071 c.c . + .040 = 1107 c.c. Weber DCOE 45 97 B.H.P. @ 7500 R.P.M.

1275 c .c. + .020 = 1293 c.c . Twin H " S.U. 110 B.H.P. @ 7400 R.P.M.

1275 c.c. + .020 = 1293 c.c. Weber DCOE 45 118 B.H.P. @ 7400 R.P.M.

Available for the following :-

BMC mini 850, Elf Mk 1, Hornet Mk 1 .. ...... . Ford Corti na 1200 ................ .......... ...... . Triu mph 1250 ..... ........................... .. .... . Vauxhall Viva .. ...... . ....... ..... .. ...... ... ... ... . Ford Anglia .... .... ... ...... ..... ......... .. .... .. Ford Cortina 1500 .. .. .... .................. ... .. .. Ford Classic / Capri 1340 ......... ... ...... ..... . Triumph 1200 ..... ......... .............. . .. . ... . Herald 948 and " S" .. .. .. ................ .. .. ... . Austin / Morris 1800 ............... . .. .. . ... .... .. BMC " B" Series ................. ........ .. ..... . A40 Mk II , Minor 1000 (1098) , Cooper 997 All BMC 1100 models, Sprite 2, Midget 1,

Cooper 998, Hornet and Elf Mk ll 's ...... . .. Rootes Iron Head Models ........... .. .... .. ..

£ s. 25 10 25 10 25 10 25 10 25 10 25 10 25 10 25 10 25 10 30 0 30 0 30 0

30 0 34 0

d. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0

BMC Cooper " S" .......................... .. .. on application

M ake of Car

Mini 850, Triumph 1250. Hornet/ Elf Mk. 1 Vauxhall Viva (not SL.90) Ford 997, 1200, 1340 and 1500 engines Triumph 948 Sand 1200

Austin/ M orris 1800 B.M.C. 'B' Series ( Far ina Range) A40 Mk. II. M inor 1000 (1 098), Cooper 997 Sprite 1 & 2. Midget 1. Austin/ Mo-rris 1100 Cooper 998, Hornet/ Elf M~ - II , M.G./Riley

/ Wolseley/ Vanden Plas 11 00 engines

Rootes 'Iron Head' Range, Minx, Vogue, Gazelle, Husky

Comp. taised to

9.0 :1 9.0 :1 9.5 :1 8.9 :1

8 .5 :1 8.9 :1 9.0 :1 9.0 :1 9.5 :1 9.5 :1

8.9 :1

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performance equipment

Tunealex D.I.Y. Engine Service Kits Comprises all the necessary parts to re-condition and decoke your car 's engine and distributor. Kit consists of decoke gasket set, set special performance valve springs, grinding paste , grinding stick , valve lifter, feeler gauges, distributor rotor, contact set and condenser. Plus simple step by step pictorial fitting instructions.

Oil Coolers available for: List Price £ s . d .

Mini , Elf, Hornet t rg . 9 15 0 comp. 11 15 0

Cooper and " S" models t rg . 11 15 0 .. . comp. 13 5 0 .. .

Sprite 2 and 3, Midget 2 trg . 11 15 0 comp. 13 5 0

BMC 1100 trg . 11 15 0 comp. 13 5 0

Anglia and Super 1200 trg . 13 10 0 comp. 15 0 0

Ford 1200/ 1SOO Models t rg . 13 10 0

Our Price £ s . d .

9 4 6 10 19 0

10 19 0 12 10 0

10 19 0 12 10 0

10 19 0 12 10 0

12 15 0 14 7 6

12 15 0 comp. 15 0 0 14 7 6

Imp, Chamois models trg . 13 10 0 12 15 0 comp. 15 0 0 14 7 6

MGA, MGB, GT trg . 13 15 0 ... 12 19 0 comp. 19 15 0 ... 18 14 0

Volvo 121 , 122, 131 , 221 , 1800S

t rg . 15 0 0 14 7 6 comp. 21 0 0 19 16 0

Available for the followng :

Ref. A List Price £6/ 19/ 6 Our Price £6/ 12/ 0

A3S, A40, Mini 8SO, Sprite 1, Minor 1000, Elf 1, Hornet 1 ..... . .... .......... .......... . .......... .

Minor 1000 (1098) , A40/ 2, Elf 2, Hornet 2 .. . BMC 1100, Cooper .... . . . . . .. ... . ...... .......... . MG Midget, Sprite 2 and 3 .... ........ . .. ........ . Midget 3, Sprite 4 . ...................... _ ........ . Cooper " S" 970, 1071 , 127S ............. . .... . . . Ford Anglia 1200 and 1340 engines ... . ....... . Imp, Chamois, California, Sunbeam Imp ..... . Herald 948 and " S" ............................. .

Herald Coupe 948 ·-················· · ······ · · --· --Herald 1200/ 12SO, CourierS cwt van ...... . . . Herald 1200 Twin Car b. model ........ ......... . Triumph Spitfire 1 and 2 ...... . . . ..... . . .. . ... . ... . Vauxhall Viva ............ ..... ......... . ... . ...... .

Ref. B List Price £7/ 19/ 6 Our Price £7/ 12/ 0

A50, ASS, A60 , Oxford , Wol. 16/ 60, J2/ 4 Van , Metropolitan ...... . . ........................... .

MGA 1600, Magnette, Riley 4/ 72 .............. . BMC 1800, MGB and MGB GT ................. . Ford 1SOO engines ... . ............................ . Ford 1SOO GT engines .......................... . Consul Mk 2 and 37S ....................... .. .. . . . Hillman 1 to 38, Gazelle 1 to 38, Husky 1 & 2 Rapier 1 and 2 .. . . . . ....................... ........ . . Hillman / Gazelle 3C and S, S/ Minx 1 and 2 .. . Alpine 2, Rapier 3A ........................... . . . Alpine 3 and 4, Humber Sceptre ···-- -·······-··· Triumph 3, 3A (1991 cc.) . . ..... . . .............. . Vauxhall FBX engine ....... ......... .. .... . .. .... . Vauxhall FB31 engine .... .............. ........ .

Oil Coolers Essential for tuned engines and fast driving . A choice of touring (trg) or competition (camp) kits available. Each comprises of correct size cooler complete with all necessary pipes, adaptor plates, hose unions, etc. Complete fitting instructions supplied with each kit.

Venom HF

general accessories

FlAMM AIR HORNS ... FOR SAFETY'S SAKE FIT FlAMM ! Whatever the car, whatever the conditions, you need the built-in safety of Fiamm air horns. Clear, penetrating warning at the touch of a button ! Choose Fiamm horns and choose the very best - the same horns fitted as standard equipment by many of the world 's leading manufacturers ! The ONLY horns used by Maserati , Ferrari, Alia Romeo, and many, many others ! Don 't accept cheap substitutes.

Mini-Demon The most devastating twin trumpet air horn to come from Italy. Powerful , pentrat ing note ! Robust metal trumpets, heavy duty compressor, complete and ready to fit. For all cars.

A unique, compact horn with more power than many conventional t rumpet models. Compressor driven designed spec ially for the BMC Mini and 1100 ranges and most other small cars.

List Price £6/ 19/ 6d .

Our Price £6/ 1 0/ 0d.

Spark Plugs Guaranteed long life and peak performance at all times. Available for all cars. So ld in sets of 4 and 6.

Our Price per set of 4 14/ -0ur Price per set of 6 21 / -

List Price £8/ 8/ 0d.

Our Price £7/1 0/0d.

I self•StiCk I~' Oash·tabs'l I AMMETER I ~ ( DEMI STER) I flAS HE R I ~

~ ( IGNITION) (INDICATORS) I INTERIOR I ~

~ (MANIGHT ) ~ ( f'.\R KING ) ~

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ (REV ERSE ) ~ I STARTER I I WAS H ERS ) ~

Dash Tabs Black paint on self adhesive silver metalised acetate. Non tarnishing . For interior markings of switches on the dash panel.

Our Price 2/ 6

Battery Booster - Starter Cables Bonnet Safety Straps Flat battery? Any other car of similar voltage can start

your engine from its battery. Essential for cars with automatic transmission and for today's car with no starting handle. Attractive pack carried in boot has 'HELP' sign.

Our Price 8ft cables 49/6 Our Price 16ft. cables 79/ 6

Tyre Pressure Gauge In these days of sustained high speed, regular check of tyre pressures is vital. This gauge, economically priced is made by Schrader and is fully accurate. Calibrated 4-50 lb. per sq. inch.

Our Pr'ice 7/ 6

Prevents bonnet flying open at speed . Real natural tan , heavy 1 in. wide leather. Qual ity chrome plates and 4 fix ing bolts. Easy to fit on any make of car.

Our Price 12/6

19~

20

general accessories

Car Ramps

KL lmmobiliser A simple but sure safeguard against thieves and joy­riders. lmmobilises ignition and sounds horn warn ing. Operated by hidden switch placed anywhere in the car. 100,000 CARS STOLEN EVERY YEAR -HOW SAFE IS YOURS ?

Our Price 27/6

Brake Servo Kit Powerful response from the lightest brake pedal pressure. Full fitting instructions included.

Our Price £13/0/0d.

Sturdily constructed in heavy gauge angle iron, and finished black matt. Can be used in pairs for either rear or front wheels and gives an increase of 11 in. in height. Fitted with stop end bars. List Price £6/ 15/ 0d.

Our Price £5/9/6d.

"Letastick" Self adhesive Letters and Numbers

White letters on a glossy background for Registration plates, Name plates, Caravans, Houses, Boats, Notice boards. An advantage with " Letastick" is that it combines its own black background. Butting each letter to its neighbour ensures correct location instantly.

Our Price: Letters 8d. each Spacers 2d. each

Car Creepers Protects the back from cold , damp and dirt when inspecting and repairing under the car. Sturdily constructed with a metal and wood base with padded headrest. The base is fitted with four castors for easy movement.

Our Price 58/6

Emergency Tow Rope You are sure to be glad of this one day when you are stranded far from a garage or telephone. Bft. 6ins. of tough nylon rope and quick release shackles, suitable for light or medium cars. In polythene container for easy storage.

Our Price 28/ 6

Stenor Motorcare Products SCREEN DE-MISTER prevents misting over of the

inside of screen and windows. 2/ 6 SCREEN DE-ICER unsurpassed as a means of

removing ice, frost or snow from windscreen or windows. 3/ 6

SCREEN WASH Ensures rapid clean ing of screen, even in the most adverse conditions . 8! oz. tin . 3/ 9

FOAM SPONGE Top value for money - over a million sold . Long lasting and will not harden when dry. 2/ 6

CAR SHAMPOO A tablespoon full in a bucket of water gives superb results. Use neat for cleaning upholstery. Ideal for white wall tyres . 4/ 6

CHROME CLEANER Quickly removes rust and tarnish from all chrome parts , leaving them as new. Removes tar, traff ic film and grime. Ideal also for stainless steel. 8~ oz. tin 5/ 6

WAX POLISH Provides a hard long-lasting wax surface wh ich protects against harmful traffic film , airborne chemicals, fumes , dust and dirt. 8~ oz. tin 6/ 6