I Bought an Abandoned Supercar | Project Mosquito Mini Supercar (Ep1)
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- Life is too short to drive boring cars so when my childhood dream supercars came up for sale I drove cross country to buy it. Its completely thrashed, crashed and even FIRE damaged. Oh! Did I mention I don't fit in it? This is going to get interesting.
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Thank you so much for your beautifully written words. This really made my day
That roll into frame was the best new car reveal I’ve ever seen
Thank you!
What I think is
"Been there an Done That" !!!
Bought yourself a new
"Money Pit" !!!
Ya got a whole lot of work ahead !!!
Just found your channel, I built one if these some 35 years ago when I was still an apprentice, it was yellow as well, built as much of it as I could rather than the factory supplied parts, awesome little vehicle.
You are doing what I wanted to do back than.
When you google it there are so many active online, GTM Owners seem a good club. A great car.
Thanks Roger I'm definitely going to join the club
First the Barn/House Project and now the new Cox Project car, wow so much content to watch on your channel Oliver. I think a Subaru Boxer engine for the new project. PS I still have to watch all your other car content.
Being mid engine it needs to be transverse but I like your thinking
The Oliver Pickard ok then, how about something Audi related. Something like the Audi 2L that’s in the KTM XBow?
It's come a long way from its humble beginnings I do also I understand you are enthusiasm
Nice one Oliver, looking forward to the restoration video's and this one very much reminded me of when I bought my TR4 in 1989.
I hope it wasn't quite this bad 😂
@@OliverPickard It was all there, original everything but pretty sad and dismantled, ended up doing a 2.5 year body off chassis restoration and first MOT was 1992.
Long story this one...
I've sat in this exact car. I was looking into buying a gtm coupe but was concerned if I was going to fit or not (6ft 4") . A chap in Devon had one that he let me visit and sit in, the one I was going to look at was in Southampton and this one was closer to me.
If I remember right it did catch fire and did have a metro turbo engine fitted when I looked at it. He was also the one who repaired the rear end!
You won't fit in it with the sunroof + mechanism in place.
Lotus elise seats on modified universal bucket seat mounts are what you need to get you sitting as low as possible, ask me how I know 😉
Might give me some inspiration to get working on mine again.
Good luck with build, you've gained a new subscriber 🙂
Thanks for that little bit of history. I'm confident about fitting in the car and a good friend has seats for me.
I'm glad to be of inspiration
Not bad Oliver 👌, you could go down the route of a large motorcycle engine 1200 + that would give you some fun 👍
I've got a little experience with bike powered cars and they are great on a track but not the most motorway friendly things
@@OliverPickard Kawasaki turbo, I was thinking but for motorways you need something more relaxing maybe, but I wouldn't of thought it would of been a good motorway type of car, I would of got something more to relax in on a motorway , that's just me I haven't helped sorry I will just look forward to what's progress you make Oliver ,fun to find out take care stay safe 😊👍
Very excited to see this progress, Oliver. How about a motorbike engine? Would that even be possible I wonder.
Very possible and very light but not so motorway friendly
Great project, it takes me back to when my dad and I did up an MG Roadster. I had sold my 1976 Fiat 124 Sport to partly pay for it. We got it shipped from San Fransisco to Tasmania. I have a photo that looks a lot like the condition yours is in now, I loved that white MG. I drove it whenever I was back in Tassie on leave from the Army and when I finished my full-time service it took me all through my 4 years of Uni and to my very first teaching job. That car was a fun part of my younger life. Cars create great memories.
It's true one of my favourite things about cars is how they bring people together and how they all end up a little different because of the life's they have lived and the people who who loved them, Just like us I suppose.
The back end reminds me of a Fiat X1/9 and the front makes me think of a Fiat Spider. I like it. Seems like Honda motors are a popular swap for Mini's (K series, maybe?) or maybe Miata engine?
Thank you very much! If your watching the series I don't want to spoil it for you but I have myself a Honda engine.
The mini subframe did provide surprisingly good steering and suspension performance, but if you're putting anything more powerful than an engine from one of those old Minis or a derivative engine from a Rover, then you'll want to reinforce it front and rear either way. You'd probably also want to reinforce the cockpit as well just to reduce flex when cornering. Luckily, the aftermarket community for the classic Mini is very strong, so finding replacement and uprated parts for those subframes won't be particularly challenging.
Keep the Mini engine, Oliver. It means you won't have to mess about with mounts, linkages, etc. A lot less work in the long run.
Good thinking but It all needs rebuilding any way and I don't mind the work as you know
@@OliverPickard That's true but much more available 'off the shelf' if you keep it stock. Although, with you living in France, there may be a more common option for you.
What a choice! Really wasn't expecting this, though interestingly before you wheeled it in my first thought of a rare British mid-engined car was a GTM Rossa, so I wasn't too far off!
Given your location I'd be tempted to suggest something French for the engine - maybe a TU or XU from a small and sporty Peugeot/Citroen?
Interesting!
Awasome car! One day I will also buy the GTM, maybe libra 💛
Honestly im looking foward to see more videos about it, I would call it Marcus. or Marco if you prefer it like that. And about the engine, well be it so light almost any engine nowadays would be a blast in it, look for something light, and reliable, maybe a honda engine?
Thanks I'm glad you like it
I just found your channel today man and its soo impressive i had to come back to see the start of the project. As far as i know that is also known as a marcos mini ? super rare though and cant wait to watch the rest !
Thank you very much. The Mini Marcos is front drive and a full fibre glass monocoque as far as I know but the GTM is mid engine and the company pasted through quite a few hands over the years and details changed subtly although they were never made in large numbers.
@@OliverPickard that makes a lot more sense now, so like you said even rarer than the macros
That's awesome! I'd put the 1275 Mini engine in it since they are so rare, do it up like they originally did them!! Don't forget that you don't have seats, so once those are in, things will change dramatically! I never drive the wife's MKI mini because it's so tight because I ate all the pies, but I also have a tall torso like I'm sure you do! Congrats! That thing is awesome!!!
I'm 6'6 I have a tall everything 😂 I'm going to have to massage the chassis a little to fit my frame. she will never be original again so I'm not scared to go off-piste with the originality but it will be a beautiful road car
Oh wow- I somehow recalled you were tall! Wow! Ok! Then I'd say go Honda V tech! Wheeee! Plus there's the reliability factor!
Awesome, I was wondering if you would fit in it! Guess you could lower the floor (or raise the body) to gain that extra room you need, or what about making it a long-wheelbase only need about 4" and graft this into the door aperatures. As for the engine, what about going electric? Nice project!
The dimensions are staying the same and I'm not going to raise the body there is enough room with a little massaging and use of negative spaces. Filling it with batteries would be criminal with such a light car
Maybe you can put a dobble bubble roof instead of the sunroof on the car
The thought had crossed my mind 👍
Hi Oliver, Should make I nice car. A good weekend work should sort it out 🤔
Have fun
Thanks buddy
I agree about test sitting in any car I’m looking to buy. I’m only 6’ but 100kg and mid 60’s in age and I need to be able to get in and out, with ease. I just looked at an Australian built Ford Model A tourer but it had been set up for a much smaller guy so the front seat tub was set forward and high. The seat tubs are semi structural and, whilst they can be moved, it is a lot of work. I couldn’t get in or out with any degree of ease. Once I did manage to get in I could drive it but not comfortably. I had to say no to it. As to your car, I think it’s fantastic and am looking forward to watching it’s progress.
Thanks Paul I think fitting in the 4cv made me cocky haha
I have a mini and have always loved them but they weren’t the first transverse engined car,the Dkw was transverse.definitely popularised it though
First production car yes 👍🏻
So cool!! Although i'm a Mini (and as you know MINI) fan, i've never heard of the Cox GTM! It will make a lot of video content! I'm looking forward to see you restoring it 😊 How about putting the rusty old 425 in it 😉 Just kidding! I think you should stick to original Mini parts, and get the best you can find for it. I would go for the 1275cc from a later Cooper S, and tune it some more. When i google pictures of Cox GTM, the first one showing up is a lovely blue one! Love this color for this car! And it suits the Minilights very well! I would keep them! Good luck with al the work to be done Oliver! Still thinking about a name thought......Cocky? 😉 Or, as being a kit car... Kitty? 😊
Thank you it's going to stay white but super bright white because I need to be visible in such a little bean
@@OliverPickard There you have the name! Little Bean! 😊 Also reminds me of some very funny Mr.... 😃
Do I get points for guessing what it was before the rear arch appeared? Lovely project, only significant thing I can think of it will have a low geared four speed gearbox if you keep original oiley bits. More modern engine and gearbox (metro k series maybe) would give better cruising
Go on then you can have 5 internet points haha
Nice, never seen one before. I see a Toyota engine in there, like Lotus used in the Elise, or possibly a Rover K-series 1.8, that was used before that. The Rover would keep it British and it seems to have plenty of power for such a lightweight car. Looking forward to your videos on the build, should make for some delightful viewing.
Finding a rover engine is France would be a challenge but it's a very light weight package
I’d call it Braeburn and consider the Fiat Twinair engine for that two cylinder soundtrack?
Oh that's an interesting idea!
The Oliver Pickard no idea if it would fit and a 1275 mini would be simpler but an 85hp twin would be interesting.
Class.good choice, might cost a bit, but such fun. 😉 and add 3" to the wheel base😂
Glad you like it
I like originality, but if the sheet metal floor is rust, you may have the option to lengthen the car just behind the B pillar, you are 6, 6 ish .the grp is easy to extend and refair in, and metal can be welded. Maybe worth a thought.?
Oliver if you have blue eyes a trust fund and get a job in finance your set lol honestly love your build
I've only got the blue eyes so I'll have to make up for the rest with hard work
She or he , as I believe all cars either have a male or female soul, (at least the older models) my Capri was female and her name was Vicky, anyway when i saw the car at first i thought of Jezza and his favourite all time car, the Ford GT 40 but he cannot fit in the car to drive it. I am pleased for you Oliver and looking forward to watching uyou bring her (or him) back to life, say Bonjour to lovely Limousin for me :-)
Thank you David. I will fit I just need to go savile row on this chassis haha
Dude I thought it would be the first think you do sitting in the car! And for engine and drivetrain I would go with good old Flintstones power!! Nah just joking I can't wait to see it come together 🙃
I was too busy adding up how much work I needed to do
It's been on fire, there's 800 of them made and you can't even fit inside because you're so tall. I'll definitely be watching this. :D
PS: You're a good mechanic so I have faith.
Thank you very much and don't worry I have a cunning plan
Like your shop, huge, you will need more outlets! Will you fit in the cari?? In the U.S., I would put a Honda engine in it. Cheap, lots of parts, reliable and lots of power. Lots and lots of work. I want to see it done! What color?
I'll make it fit 😂 the car was white originally and I'm changing so much, so Athena white seems respectful. Great minds think alike
@@OliverPickard I'd also say Honda. B16A or B. There are many Mini conversions using these engines so there should be a useful cross over of suspension and drive parts.
Can you make those cars street legal easily in france? The Netherlands as with everything makes modifying car needlessly expensive and complicated on the burocracy front. (I looked ahead through thumbnails and titles)
A Cox GTM isn't a modified car so it's relatively easy. We are taking a very different route of complete re-engineering which is both needlessly expensive and complicated haha
Before you were born I went and had a look at one of these that was for sale locally to me. It was complete and driveable. I took a "BMC" mechanic with me to look it over and give an opinion. I could have bought it for £325. We decided not to. The build just hadn't had enough money spent on it and there were far to many used parts or poor engineering. Mind you, that is how so many of them and other kit cars were built back then. They are not the most competent cars to drive and the heavy back end and short wheelbase makes them easy, too easy, to lose when it's wet or the road is bumpy. It's not really mid engined. I knew you were gong to get round to saying that your height and the car would be a poor match! There wasn't much room for my 5'10"" . You'll have to make do with a moulded floor and an overlay made from 2CV seats. At least there is a bit of room around the pedals which is more than can be said for the Marcos and the Midas that I looked at years later. I think that the late Midas Gold is a better car, much more capable and even usable as a daily with cross Europe potential. Potential the wrong word as it has been used for that many times.
I look forward to your progress on this. First job is to sharpen up your welding skills and rebuild the chassis, making sure it is straight, square and strong. Good luck. As said there is an enthusiastic club I think but possibly not too many members.
There's no saving much of the chassis and there is alot to improve for example mini cones a far too firm on the front and a standard 1275 is a bit of a boat anchor but in 2020 I have time and technology on my side. Fear not I have a cunning plan
@@OliverPickard Yes there are plenty of suspension kits available for normal Minis, adjustable of course and even coil spring versions. They still have to match the corner weights though regardless of which end the engine is.. I would expect that GTM themselves, with the Rossa, have sorted something out if the Cox/GTM club haven't. I have a cunning plan. I hope it's a good one. Has anyone gone the air ride route?
I think you need to be careful. You might get spoiled with all of the features on these newer cars. . . 1990. Does it still have a warranty? LOL.
Inertia reel seat belts...😱
@@OliverPickard nice.
Name Minty ?
Like it. Is it a genuine Cox, Oliver?
It is indeed or at least that's what, what's left is registered as
@@OliverPickard Cool. There's a club for them in the UK. Very helpful people. All the best with it.
Thank you I intend on joining I'm glad to hear they are a great bunch of people
@@OliverPickard They are. I used to attend a lot of kit car shows and there was always someone to talk to.
Also, as for a name, how about Gigi?
Keep it British, 1.8 mgf engine and box?
Hard for me to find but an extremely light package
@@OliverPickard tbh i would imagine would be best trying to find an entire car, like maybe an mot failure. No clue what price mgf's are, I'm sure they will go up a little bit at some point
Two Words: Gurney Bubble
Also: will a Fiesta ST drivetrain fit?
Gurney bubble may happen 😂 ford turbo might be a bit heavy it's cast iron if I remember rightly but I'll look into it
My first thought as well, GT40 bubble.
@@OliverPickard The motor suggestion was a total "before coffee" thought. feel like it doesn't need nearly that bower. A nicely tuned 1100 or 1200 something would probably be great.
At that weight, even 100hp is going to feel fast.
Citroen GS or 2CV engine will do you fine
😂 I'm thinking of something with a little more zest
You should make it an electric car, especially with the solar that you have. It would be cool, maybe find a wrecked Nissan Leaf and swap it over.I am not a big electric car fan,but in your situation, it would
The guy I bought it from had similar intentions but I couldn't bring myself to make such a beautiful light car so heavy