{"product_id":"mini-mk1-mk2-grille-surround-chrome-moustache-14a7781retro","title":"MINI MK1 \u0026 MK2 GRILLE SURROUND\/CHROME MOUSTACHE– 14A7781RETRO","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive your classic Mini the unmistakable early-model look with this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epremium retro-style chrome grille surround\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, inspired by the original Mk1 and Mk2 Mini moustache trim. Finished in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edeep chrome on brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this reproduction follows the style of the original 1960s surrounds and offers improved resistance to rust compared with cheaper steel reproductions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally fitted to Australian classic Minis from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1961 through to the final round-nose models in 1971\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this surround recreates the distinctive chrome moustache styling associated with the UK Mk1 grille.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis version has been modified to improve fitment with available reproduction grilles and genuine-style front panels, including original panels. It can also be fitted to later Minis to achieve a classic retro appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitment notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for Australian round-nose Minis from 1961–1971.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCan be used with suitable Mk1-style grilles, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24A2158\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the original Cooper S-style grille.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOn UK models from approximately 1967 onwards, the bonnet moulding lip must be removed to allow fitment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis modification does not apply to Australian models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike some cheaper steel reproductions, this brass surround is designed to avoid common alignment problems, including incorrect height at the left-hand side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended parts to complete the installation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14A7782\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Right-hand grille end\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14A7783\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Left-hand grille end\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eADA3583\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Grille end clips; check the condition of your existing clips before installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional freight charges apply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e due to the size and delicate nature of this item. Please contact us if you require a freight quote before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minisport.com.au","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44576694731062,"sku":"14A7781RETRO","price":295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/3322\/9366\/products\/PhotoRoom-20230310_153051_1.jpg?v=1678424553","url":"https:\/\/minisport.com.au\/products\/mini-mk1-mk2-grille-surround-chrome-moustache-14a7781retro","provider":"Minisport","version":"1.0","type":"link"}