🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Austin

Model:

Mini Countryman

Year:

1967

Model Codes:

BMC ADO21 (Countryman/Traveller)

👋 Introduction

Target Audience:

Austin Mini Countryman 1967 owners, restorers, mechanics, and enthusiasts.

Manual Authenticity:

Actual genuine factory repair service manuals, not third-party alternatives.

Benefits:

Enables owners to perform maintenance and repairs themselves, saving on labor costs. Provides factory-level knowledge for informed decision-making.

Navigation:

Numbered table of contents, bold figure numbers for quick illustration matching, detailed substeps, notes, cautions, and warnings.

Usability:

Easy to use, no advanced computer skills required. Searchable function for quick information retrieval.

📋 Manual Details

Coverage:

Complete official factory service repair manual for all styles of the Austin Mini Countryman 1967.

Estimated Pages:

Hundreds of pages (specific count not provided, but described as comprehensive).

Type:

Factory Service Repair Manual

Language:

English

Format:

PDF Download

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Service Repair:

Yes

Transmission Service Repair:

Yes

Brake System:

Yes

Wiring Diagram:

Yes

Electrical System:

Yes

Suspension:

Yes

Periodic Lubrication:

Yes

Steering:

Yes

Cooling System:

Yes

Fuel Injection Fuel System:

Yes

Emission System:

Yes

Heater Air Conditional:

Yes

Engine Control System:

Yes

Chassis Body:

Yes

Restraint System:

Yes

Interior:

Yes

Differential Drive:

Yes

Axle:

Yes

General Maintenance:

Yes

Troubleshooting:

Yes (advanced guide included)

Repair Procedures:

Yes (step-by-step, detailed)

Rebuild Procedures:

Yes

Refurbishment Procedures:

Yes

Restoration Procedures:

Yes

Diagnostic Procedures:

Yes

Depth:

Factory-level comprehensive coverage, equivalent to what professional technicians use.

📊 Manual Specifications

Format:

PDF

Compatibility:

All PC-based Windows operating systems and Mac.

Printability:

Printable without any restriction (individual pages or entire manual).

Resolution:

High resolution

Binding:

Digital download (printable, can be burned to CD-ROM).

Paper Type:

N/A (Digital - user prints on desired paper).

Software Requirement:

Adobe PDF Reader

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

Inline 4-cylinder, OHV (Overhead Valve)

Displacement:

998cc (60.9 cu in) for standard models. Some variants may have had 1071cc or 1275cc engines, particularly performance-oriented ones. The 1967 Countryman would likely feature the 998cc or potentially the 1071cc as options.

Bore X Stroke:

Approx. 64.1mm x 76.2mm (998cc) / 64.6mm x 83.7mm (1071cc)

Horsepower:

Approx. 40-55 bhp (depending on specific engine variant and tuning)

Torque:

Approx. 50-65 lb-ft (depending on specific engine variant)

Carburetion:

Typically a single SU (Skinners Union) or Zenith carburetor (e.g., SU H2 or HS2 for 998cc).

Fuel Type:

Lead-free or leaded gasoline (depending on market and original specification). Octane rating typically 90-95 RON.

Ignition System:

Distributor-based ignition system with coil.

🔧 Transmission

Type:

4-speed manual transaxle (integrated with engine and final drive).

Optional Gearbox:

Automatic transmission was an option on some Mini models, but less common on the Countryman and may not have been widely available for the 1967 model year.

Drive Layout:

Front-wheel drive (FWD)

Clutch Type:

Dry, single plate diaphragm spring clutch.

📐 Dimensions

Length:

Approx. 3,710 mm (146 inches)

Width:

Approx. 1,570 mm (61.8 inches)

Height:

Approx. 1,300 mm (51.2 inches)

Wheelbase:

Approx. 2,120 mm (83.5 inches)

Curb Weight:

Approx. 650-700 kg (1430-1540 lbs)

Gross Vehicle Weight:

Not explicitly stated, but generally around 1000-1100 kg.

🛡️ Safety Features

Crash Test Ratings:

No formal crash test ratings as per modern standards were available or conducted for vehicles of this era.

Brakes:

Hydraulically operated drum brakes on all wheels. Front discs were introduced on some Mini models, but the standard Countryman likely retained drums.

Seatbelts:

Lap belts may have been optional or standard depending on the market. Three-point belts were not standard.

Body Construction:

Monocoque unibody construction.

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Basic AM radio may have been optional. No integrated infotainment systems as understood today.

Driver Aids:

None (no ABS, traction control, airbags, or advanced driver-assistance systems).

Connectivity Features:

None.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change:

Typically every 3,000 - 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first.

Tune Up:

Spark plug replacement and ignition system checks every 6,000-10,000 miles. Carburetor adjustments as needed.

Engine Oil:

API SG or higher (modern equivalent), SAE 20W-50 or 10W-40 (check manual for original viscosity recommendations and potential for zinc additives).

Coolant:

Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze mixed with distilled water (50/50 ratio). Original specification may have been for plain water or slightly different coolant types.

Transmission Gearbox Oil:

EP 80W/90 Gear Oil (API GL-4 or GL-5 depending on specific gearbox components and recommendations for hypoid gears).

Brake Fluid:

DOT 3 or DOT 4 hydraulic brake fluid (check for original specifications, but modern DOT 3 is generally compatible).

Common Wear Items:

Hydraulic components (clutch slave cylinder, brake master cylinder), rubber suspension cones (dry rot), steering rack wear, exhaust system corrosion, rust in sills and wheel arches.

Engine Related:

Oil leaks from crankshaft seals, potential for tappet noise if not adjusted correctly, carburetor adjustment issues.

Electrical Related:

Wiring loom degradation, dynamo charging issues (if not converted to alternator), Lucas electrical components can be temperamental.

📚 Vehicle History

Manufacturer History:

British Motor Corporation (BMC), later part of British Leyland. Known for innovative compact car design.

Countryman Development:

The Mini Countryman and its badge-engineered sibling, the Morris Mini Traveller, were introduced in 1960 as longer-wheelbase variants of the original Mini. They featured a distinctive 'woodie' effect (using Isokon battens) on later models and a side-hinged rear tailgate for increased practicality.

Production Years:

The original Mini Countryman/Traveller was produced from 1960 to 1969.

Manufacturing Location:

United Kingdom (primarily Longbridge, Birmingham and Cowley, Oxfordshire)

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Design Accolades:

The Mini itself, designed by Sir Alec Issigonis, is a recognized icon of automotive design and innovation, frequently cited for its space-efficient front-wheel-drive layout.