Project Binky Episode 5
Bad Obsession Motorsport has posted episode five on their Project Binky, an Austin Mini with a turbocharged AWD drivetrain. In this video they build the firewall and start on the rear end.
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Bad Obsession Motorsport has posted episode five on their Project Binky, an Austin Mini with a turbocharged AWD drivetrain. In this video they build the firewall and start on the rear end.
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