MINILITE (Tech Del) Ltd.
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View of the Minilite Factory (1967) |
Of all the alloy wheels fitted to the Mini throughout procuction, only one has become a synonym like hoover. That wheel is of course the 8 spoke known as the Minilite. Originally produced by Tec Del Ltd. from about 1966 the Minilite is still by far the most popular alloy wheel fitted to Minis. Originally only available in Magnesium alloy and very expensive they are still available today although the original Magnesium alloy has been dropped in favour of less expensive & more durable alloys. Read all you will ever want to know about Magnesium Minilite wheels here, most of the info on this page dates from their original 1967 sales brochure. |
Minitite Wheel Brochure Dated 1967
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Technical Sales Sheet Dated 1967
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Various Data Sheets & Price Lists (dated 1967)
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10" Magnesium Wheels |
12" Magnesium Wheels |
13" Magnesium Wheels |
14" Magnesium Wheels |
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15" Magnesium Wheels |
Accessories |
Magnesium Racing Wheels |
Price List |
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Minilite into the 1970's. This is a later version of the catalogue for Magnesium Competition wheels this version dates from the very late 60's / early 70's. |
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Another view of the Minilite Factory in 1967 |
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