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[Mini_Magic]

Looking for opinions on Minis with "Keith's Convertible" conversion, do they still handle well? Do they leak at all? How easy is it to get the top off? Any opinions on this would be much appreciated.

[Mini-Mad-Craig]

Why don't you ask Keith?

[Mini_Magic]

Why don't you ask Keith?

Don't even know who he is!

[craig 1010cc]

I've never driven/seen one in the flesh, but I did look at his conversions 15 years ago(was about £400 for the kit). I would be wanting to know if it was a kit built or if he built it buying one now. He was around for a long time so I suspect his kits where good'ns and as his still kept the front 1/2 of the cab, I would expect them to be stiffer than the full conversions. But then all that extra box section could have rotted out by now......

Still fancy one mind

[kenny&shanice]

Hi, I have a keiths conversion mini Cooper. Handles amazingly. On the roads with 4 other minis last week and left them for dead. Mine does not leak one bit, even when it's hammering down . Any more info needed mail me.

Find my mini on Facebook, search "Scarlett the mini" for full resto pics, beware there are replicas that's are shabby copy's !

Edited by kenny&shanice, 27 July 2011 - 07:52 AM.

[minimo]

I've tried to contact Keith's but it looks like he's gone and shut up shop which is a really big shame!!!
I need a new roof for my Keith's convertible and everyone I've spoke to says they can't get the quality from other roof makers.

Keith if your out there start up again please as we all NEED YOU!

[Mini_Magic]

Sadly I heard that he died a few years ago.

The hoods do come up on Ebay from time to time, but they are rare.

[Bogey Man]

Hi, I have a keiths conversion mini Cooper. Handles amazingly. On the roads with 4 other minis last week and left them for dead. Mine does not leak one bit, even when it's hammering down . Any more info needed mail me.

Find my mini on Facebook, search "Scarlett the mini" for full resto pics, beware there are replicas that's are shabby copy's !

I also am the proud driver of a "keiths convertibles" mini.... I converted my mini about 12 years ago now, using one of keiths kits, and the car is still going strong!! The kit itself couldnt have been easier to build, and the car itself still handles just like it did before, but with the added bonus of having the wind in your hair!! Personally, keiths design of hood, is the nicest looking I have ever seen on a mini convertible.

[garethr123]

This I'm getting somewhere. I have one of these and have just started the restoration 

 

Id love to know some more details if anyone has them such as parts, spares and maybe even how many were ever sold/converted

[The Matt]

I'm afraid they no longer trade. Any spares etc will need to be custom made now.

[mab01uk]

An old Keiths Convertibles ad is linked below from 2006 with prices but as said above no longer trading......

http://www.pakwheels...ub-7#post319409

 

Kits & Prices

DIY KITS
If you fancy having a go yourself then our DIY kits are for you. You will need access to a mig welder, a 4 inch angle grinder, hacksaw, electric jigsaw and tin-snips.

You will also need skills in welding and upholstery trimming. The kit contains everything you will need to convert your mini, full instructions, all templates and a video is included.
Points to consider before conversion are that the mini has to be in sound condition in the floor pans and inner/outer sills. Also inside the bins either side of the rear seat. This is where the Roll Bar is fixed.

These conversions may not be suitable for certain countries outside the UK. Check local authorities first.
PRICES - No VAT to pay

DIY kits with black hoods £425
DIY kits with coloured hoods £475
Carriage UK £20
Carriage to the rest of world Please ring for quote

Supplied and fitted in our workshop
Conversions with black hoods £700
Conversions with coloured hoods £700

We now accept Credit Cards.

Please make all cheques payable to Keith's Convertibles and send to:
Keith's Convertibles
The Green
Mappowder
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 2EL

Phone: 0870 0660414
web: http://www.KeithsConvertibles.co.uk

 

http://www.minifinit...php?f=6&t=67987

Edited by mab01uk, 05 August 2014 - 10:40 PM.

[zinzan]

Would it be worth asking around Sturminster Newton to see what became of his blueprints or jigs or whatever?