hi i have just bought my first minx advice needed

[shaunmelly]

hi ive just bought my first minx its a 1954 convertible phase VII and know nothing about them and i wondered if anyone had any interesting facts i would also like to ask how much they are worth and how rare they are
thanks in advance

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[desgail]

Hi Shaunmelly,
Nice looking car, doyou have all parts to assemble car ? Is it side valve ? I recently sold a 54 sv sedan, still have a 55 Commer Pickup. Will follow your progress reports with interest. Pic of my PU attached.
Des. ;D ;D ;D

Where are you located?

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[shaunmelly]

hi desgail
I live in yorkshire back in the uk
yes its still a side valve.
I think I have everything except a sill section,we have had a dry run and loosely put all the parts together and its looking really good.If im honest its never been my type of car before (ive always had isettas,austin 1100s ect) so this one is a big step for me because i can seem to find many parts at all!!
Are the sill sections still available in oz?
p.s the ute looks cool ;D

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[desgail]

Hi Shaun,
Body parts hard to find here, I think you should be able to get a sill rolled at a good body shop, as they are not structural. Look after that grill as they are like rocking horse poo. Looking forward to progress reports.
Des

[shaunmelly]

mine is abit rusty with a few holes in the bottom! just how rare are these cars?

[shaunmelly]

it also came with a rotten grill is it worth saving?

[desgail]

Don't throw holely grill away, as it can be repaired if needed, I have 3 in my shed, as well as 2nd hand ute body panels, which if I sell my ute parts will be included in sale. ;D ;D

[desgail]

Convertible Hillman's in this part of world very rare. I'm very envious of you.

[shaunmelly]

i got it really cheap on ebay