NSW recommended Mini friendly folk

[ob1]

hi all

seeing as I'm relearning and refinding out bits about my mini-matic, anyone want to stear the way for reputable mechanics, transmission experts, second hand parts etc in NSW Australia?? - closer to Sydney would be preferred for me or the Illawarra even better

so to start . .

Dapto Transmissions - the guy who serviced my gearbox in 1996 (just before the car was retired) was in Dapto n Wollongong. This was before the internet for me and can't find him now on the net, but it looks like he's disappeared!) He owned a Mini Matic in the early 70's and he was the only person who knew about the car and did a great job, I thank him!!

Greame Lord www.yellowpages.com.au/nsw/fairy-meadow/graeme-lord-automotive-services-12729852-listing.html is where my Mini is off to on Wednesday for a checkup. These guys specialise in old UK cars (Minis, Austins, Jags, MGs etc) and he's done work on my car in the past that I can vouch for

Minis In The Gong home.exetel.com.au/minisinthegong/

add away please my locals - especially those on the south coast please

cheers

[niceboy1275]

Being based in melbourne, I can't say I know much up that way, however when my forward clutches went, I was advised to send the car to Greig Malaure from Mini Classic Spares in Sydney western area as he is a bit of whiz with the autos.

[68auto]

I have just got back from Sydney where I visited Greg from Mini Classic Spare Parts - Ermington and John Smidt from Mini King in Narellan.

For parts I would definately call Mini King. John is sooo knowledgable and more than likely will have the part you need.

Greg was in the process of converting a Matic to manual. He is a smart guy when it comes to minis.

I know that Ivan Glasby (Mini Spares and Repairs) in Castle Hill has worked on a Mini.Matic recently, but admits he is no expert when it comes to Mini.Matics. He is great to talk to and I am sure would be able to put you in the right direction if he couldn't help you.

Good luck.