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As the ’70s went on, the Canadian Minis varied more and more from their UK market brethren. Fuel tank mountings changed.

The fuel filler neck was modified and fuel tank caps from other markets would no longer fit. Huge side marker lights/reflectors were added. The front turn signal lights increased in size beyond anything ever offered elsewhere. Latches to hold the front seats in place were introduced on the Canadian Minis long before they were used in England. Dash panel arrangements and switches varied and even seat belt warning buzzers were incorporated. Bumpers were raised and an early form of smog control by using an air pump and injector ports in the head was added.

The location of the smog pump also necessitated a change in the radiator so that the inlet was towards the back near the filler cap. If you have a Canadian spec. Mini, especially one from the later 1970s, be aware of these differences, and compare your car with others. You’ll find even more!

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