We were probably drunk.

I really can't remember how it all started but that's normally a good guess for projects like this.

After conceiving of the idea, my mate Nik was told by numerous people that 'It can't be done.' And that's the worst thing you can say to him - it only hardened his resolve. So before embarking on the project, we decided that it's so insane, we should film it. So we have.

We're taking the full engine, gearbox and running gear from a ST185 Toyota Celica GT4 and transplanting it into the Mini. There are obviously one or two little problems to overcome, but that'll be part of the fun.

There will be a few surprises on the engine side a bit later on, but for now we're concentrating on getting the Mini to a state where the transplant can start.

I have no idea how frequent the updates will be, we both work full time and it's a weekend thing only so it may take some time, but we're hoping to produce one of the fastest Mini's on the planet.

If you fancy taking a look at our progress, have a look at this:

 

please keep us updated as it goes along.

 

We will! Thanks. This is purely for fun. Well, I say fun, it's actually blood, sweat, tears, cash, swearing and lots of tea...

 

Krimmey!! Cant wait to see how you shoehorn the engine in! I like how the chassis was reinforced with tubes. Any plans on stiffening the uppers and the rest of the body?

 

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Great film, can't wait to see more progress!

 

That was fantastic. Can't wait to see more.
Cheers.

 

 

That looks like fun!

 

very cool project, good luck!

 

This is 'pure' entertainment. Good luck and I can't wait to see more.

 

Best thing I've seen in a while. Can't wait for the next episode. I will be passing this onto a few more friends.

 

definitely subscribing to this one.

 

Anything can be done with skill, time and money and it looks like you guys have all three. Best of luck and VERY interested how this is going to turn out.

 

Thank you everyone for your kind reply's. I'll be sure to keep you updated, but please feel free to subscribe to our YouTube channel and share the video!

Thanks again!

Richard.

 

Love the video! Sounds like a neat project, albeit a challenging choice of donor vehicle. Very impressed by the work done so far!

 

Simply great!!

 

If the mechanical and design abilities are of the same standard as the video production I expect a great success.

Thanks,

Charlie

 

I'm in.....

 

"Houston: I have a problem: Can't wait to see the final project"

 

It can't be done! Or maybe it can. Waiting for next episode, Very nice work.

 

 

Awesome video!!!! I cant wait to see how this turns out.

 

subscribed!

 

Thanks for all your kind replies everyone! I'll be sure to keep ya'll updated!