Mazda-Powered RWD Mini-Style Race Car Offered at No Reserve

This race car began life as a vision of performance engineering. A fiberglass Mini-style body finished in vibrant yellow sits atop a bespoke tubular steel chassis complete with an integrated roll cage.

The car’s forward-tilting front clamshell, flared arches, and rounded rocker panels give it a striking stance while offering easy access to the engine bay.

Trimmed in satin black, details like the grille, headlight bezels, and a Le Mans-style fuel filler give it a motorsport-inspired look. Sure, it’s got a few battle scars in the form of minor chips and blemishes, but this car was made to run, not just sit pretty.

Track-Ready Chassis and Suspension

Underneath, this build means business. The car rides on 13-inch Minilite-style wheels, wrapped in Toyo Proxes R888s up front (225/45) and Vitour Formula rubber in the rear (235/50)—the latter mounted in late 2024.

Supporting the chassis is a race-spec suspension setup:

• Adjustable coilovers on all four corners
• Tubular lower front control arms
• AFCO upper front control arms
• Live rear axle with a four-link setup

Braking is equally purposeful, with front disc brakes and rear drums, delivering stopping power to match the car’s aggressive performance.

Mazda Power, Rear-Wheel Punch

Nestled longitudinally in the engine bay is a 2.2-liter Mazda F2 SOHC inline-four, fitted with a single carburetor and mated to a five-speed manual gearbox.

Power is sent directly to the rear wheels, offering a pure, connected driving experience with plenty of punch and old-school charm.

A Stripped-Down Cabin Built for Focus

Inside, it's all business. Fixed-back racing seats with Sparco harnesses are bolted into a stripped-down cockpit, protected by a full roll cage. The custom-painted dashboard matches the exterior, while the center console is trimmed in simple black vinyl.

For a touch of comfort, there’s a heater and even a Sony CD head unit paired with Nextar speakers, making it possible to blast some tunes between track sessions. Wear on the seats and a small hole in the right door panel are noted in the gallery, but don’t distract from the car’s purpose.

Driver-Focused Controls and Analog Soul

The Sparco steering wheel is mounted on a quick-release hub, sitting ahead of a Mazda B2200-sourced instrument cluster. The dash includes:

• 180-km/h speedometer
• 8,000-rpm tachometer
• Fuel and coolant gauges

The five-digit odometer reads just 53,000 kilometers (~33,000 miles), with about 2,000 kilometers added under current ownership.

Utility Touches and Road-Ready Title

Around back, the cargo area houses the battery (replaced in 2023), a spare tire, and a jack, emphasizing its dual nature as both a serious machine and a usable car.

Importantly, the vehicle is titled as a 1973 Austin with VIN XA2S1N884148A, consistent with a Mk III Mini 1000 Saloon, offering not only classic appeal but ease of registration.

Final Thoughts: A Purpose-Built Racer with Retro Flair

Whether you're a track-day junkie, a fan of lightweight RWD builds, or just someone looking for a wild, one-of-a-kind toy, this custom Mini-style race car is the real deal.

With its unique combination of vintage styling, proven Mazda reliability, and fully dialed-in chassis, it’s ready to hit the paddock—or steal the show in your garage.