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#1 one60

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Posted 22 September 2022 - 10:19 AM

This 1997 van often referred to as an IMA ( Industria de Montagem de Automoveis) for the Setubal, Portugal factory where it was made.  

This van recently completed a full frame-off restoration and sports a number of new parts, carpet and upholstery.  Running the original rebuilt 998c engine, front and rear drums. 

 

 

from the Mini Traveller and Countryman Register...

The Mini IMA was based on the Mini Van, so retained the external door hinges, but technicians at British Leyland of Portugal designed a single rear door, hinged at the top, which is unique to this version of the Mini estate.  The Mini IMA also featured more comfortable, clubman-style seats and we believe it was a 5 seater! 

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Posted 22 September 2022 - 05:37 PM

Very nice.



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Posted 23 September 2022 - 01:05 PM

Interesting rear light cluster.



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Posted 23 September 2022 - 01:39 PM

Interesting rear light cluster.

thanks...those are not original to the IMA but the restorer like the design and I agree







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