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1975 Mini Clubman or 1980 Citroen 2CV best FE?
My father wants a mini car and seems to be borrowing my vehicles all the time, he found a running restored Mini Clubman that the owner would take decent pickup in trade for.
My main concern (since I own a now irritating 360 with fuel system rust issues) is engine/drivetrain reliabilty.
Which classic mini car would you buy if you wanted one mainly for FE?
From my standpoint the Citroen around town would get the best and the motors usually go 200k before they need service.
The Austin Mini Clubman, might well be fun but I don't believe FE or reliability is in the cards for it. My father thinks 50mpg, I know the citroen 2CV's can get in that area especially around town but the older but not ancient Clubmans seemed to get in the 30ish area, sadly I can't find any MPG info for the 75 clubman. I also recall a lot of frustrated mechanics relating tales in regards to the old clubmans. I think my father is mixing up a 50's Mini Cooper with the 75 clubman as if I remember they are very different in FE.
or Maybe I am imagining it.
I know both have rust issues, I will make sure to put on good thick coats of xmsn fluid and grease to the undersides to try and avoid that fate.
Thank You
Ryan May
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