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Now that the very last of the first-gen convertible MINI Coopers has officially rolled down the assembly line, all eyes turn their attention towards the new R57 model. There are some undisguised spy shots floating around, though all but the most die-hard fans would be hard-pressed to spot the differ......
AC Schnitzer releases LCD-equipped shift knob
Friday, September 12th, 2008
Click above for high-res galleryOver a year ago we told you about the Indy-Cator, an LCD-equipped shift knob that displayed your gear selection. Now, the German tuning powerhouse AC Schnitzer has come up with its own version for BMWs and MINIs, and we're still left wondering if it has any practical ......
Pics aplenty: MINI Crossover Concept
Wednesday, September 10th, 2008
Click above for a high-res gallery of the MINI Crossover ConceptJudging by your response to the MINI Crossover Concept in our original post, the new micro 'ute's styling leaves a bit to be desired. We're not entirely sold on the idea or its execution ourselves, but have decided to hold off final jud......
Paris Preview: 2010 MINI Crossover Concept
Tuesday, September 9th, 2008
Click either image for a gallery of the MINI Crossover ConceptIt's finally arrived folks... and it's not the coming apocalypse. MINI has released the first official images of the Crossover Concept, proving that BMW not only has a sense of humor, but that it's serious about bringing an all-wheel-driv......
VIDEO: MINI creates Bzzz for Clubman with new commercial
Tuesday, September 9th, 2008
MINI has a new commercial for the Clubman that looks like a teaser for a new Tim Burton film -- all it's missing is Johnny Depp. Detailing the arcane goings on at a funeral for a fly, we aren't sure how the commercial is supposed to make humans want to buy the car, but that's why ad guys get paid th......
MINI and ABF build the world’s fastest Cooper S
Wednesday, August 20th, 2008
Click above for a few more shots of the ABF Performance MINIMINIs have a long history of racing, though most of the iconic hatch's focus has been on its slot car-like handling than its prowess down the 1320. That's set to change with the collaboration between MINI and ABF Performance to create the w......
Mocking the Eco-Poseury - MINI pushes the CarFun footprint
Friday, August 8th, 2008
High fuel prices or no, MINI offers a solid entertainment-to-efficiency ratio. The neo-teeny MINI is fun to fling around, and if you can keep your boot out of the turbocharged engine in the Cooper S, you can have your fuel economy and eat it, too. To emphasize this point, MINI is launching a new cam......
MINI Clubman Rickshaws running around Beijing
Friday, August 8th, 2008
Click above for more shots of the MINI Clubman RickshawsThe rickshaw is a time-honored method of transportation in China. While the vehicles were initially pulled around by men on foot, the pedal-powered versions have grown much more popular in recent years and are a symbol of Chinese culture. When ......
Final first-gen MINI convertible rolls down the line
Thursday, August 7th, 2008
Click above for high-res gallery of the MINI Cooper Convertible SidewalkFans of the MINI Cooper Convertible take note: the last of the first-generation R52 models has now rolled off the assembly line. The last of the breed was a Cooper S with the Sidewalk package, painted metallic White Silver. If y......
VIDEO: MINI JCW has a virus
Friday, July 25th, 2008
One of the apparent keys to creating a viral video is mimicking reality by showing young people attempting stunts. The main difference is that in Virals, the injuries aren't real, and the camera work is better. Oh, and the payoff is usually CG that's been fussed over, versus pimply little Johnny try......