How to Restore a Hillman Imp Gear Stick | Classic Car Restoration DIY

In this video I take you step by step through a full Hillman Imp gear stick restoration, covering the complete process from removal to refurbishment and refitting.
This classic car restoration how-to is aimed at anyone working on a Hillman Imp, Rootes Group vehicles, or vintage manual gear linkages. Whether you’re tackling your first DIY restoration or you’re deep into a classic car rebuild, this guide shows the real-world process, tools, and techniques involved.
🔩 What’s covered in this video:
Hillman Imp gear stick removal
Stripping and inspecting worn components
Repairing and refurbishing the gear lever
Cleaning, polishing, and reassembly
Common wear points and fixes
Tips for smoother gear changes
Refitting and final checks
This is a hands-on classic car DIY guide, showing practical methods that can be applied to other classic cars, vintage gear linkages, and manual transmissions.
🚗 Perfect for:
Hillman Imp owners
Classic car enthusiasts
Vintage car restoration projects
DIY mechanics and home restorers
Rootes Group classic cars
Manual gearbox and gear linkage repairs
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