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Old 03-21-2016, 05:16 AM   #1
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Rover MINI Cooper 1,3

I present to you my new project! The latest version of the old Mini Cooper!



I'll use fujimi KIT and USCP wheels - 15inch ATS cup with stretch tires


Let's start! Sanding body sandpaper 1500 and made deeper panel lines. Also cut out sunroof:


Improved door handles


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The rear suspension has been too high - I made it a few millimeters lower
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Nice project and great work so far !
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Looking great! Exhaust is awesome! Wheels look great too
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Re: Rover MINI Cooper 1,3

Cool project. Those wheels look terrific.
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Old 04-05-2016, 02:16 AM   #5
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Suspension finished!










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Old 04-05-2016, 09:37 PM   #6
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Re: Rover MINI Cooper 1,3

Great looking mini...may I ask what glue you used on the door handle?
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Old 04-06-2016, 12:51 AM   #7
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Great looking mini...may I ask what glue you used on the door handle?
I'm using liqiud super-glue on every small parts.
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Old 04-18-2016, 08:15 AM   #8
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Re: Rover MINI Cooper 1,3

Some paintjob!
Primer:







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Old 04-26-2016, 09:48 AM   #9
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GREAT !!!!

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Some excellent work and mods there
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Old 06-28-2016, 06:18 AM   #11
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Body was repainted and already pilished now:





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Old 11-23-2016, 02:40 AM   #12
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Model Finished.
Next - in gallery!
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