Mini Core Concept - Too crunchy

This is a PROPOSAL MADE for the Mini Mk3 is the most successful and talented mix with neo-retro design, modernity and a true compact that goes against the current trend is to make the Mini ever "and Maousse beefy "to the detriment of the charm, sex appeal and sportiness that has always been delighting fans of Mini.

This very attractive design, we must not for Mini or BMW, but Neil Steinhoff, a student at the University of Applied Sciences in Munich (Hochschule), automotive design option that conducted the Mini Core as part of its plan to end studies.

MINI demonstrated a rally MINI Countryman WRC Live Paris 2010

MINI at the Paris Motor Show demonstrated rally Countryman WRC. With this car MINI plans to return to the world championship in 2011, will compete with the other two factory teams, Ford and Citroen.

The machine developed by a team Prodrive, which account for three championship titles in the individual competition with the Subaru. Like all other cars WRC in 2011, MINI Countryman received four-wheel drive, 1.6-liter turbo and a standardized gearbox.

At the same time in 2011, the team is going to take part in only six races of the 13th. Thus, the speech MINI will be of a "battle test". Full participation in the championship in 2012.

Riders will severoirlandets Chris Mick, the champion of a series of IRC 2009. Contract pilot has been officially confirmed at the launch of a new car. This year, Mick was unable to defend his title with a team of Peugeot, and he decided to go to the Championship WRC.

MINI has shown an electric scooter in Paris 2010 Live Pictures

British manufacturer of iconic compact cars MINI revealed at an international motor show in Paris on his first two-wheeled vehicle - an electric scooter MINI Scooter E Concept. The design of the pilot car traced the traditional style of MINI.

The electric motor integrated in the rear wheel, allows the MINI Scooter E Concept swiftly carry out even complex maneuvers. As a source of power in favor of lithium-ion battery, which can be recharged from an ordinary electrical outlet.

Electric scooter offers a wide range of options for personalization, as well as the possibility of integrating smartphones into the control system of the vehicle.

2011 Mini Countryman Getaway package

MINI releases today the new Countryman Getaway Package, the company has come up with a couple of accessories for it which really suit the Countryman lifestyle.

It includes fold-up seats, a multifunctional blanket/cover, boots, a jacket, and more for your rural jaunts. And since storage space is always at a premium—especially in a Mini—the kit can be stowed away entirely within the Countryman’s under-floor storage compartment.

Prices :
MINI Countryman Seat Set (two seats + table top) - €89.00; MINI Countryman Single Seat - €35.00; MINI Countryman Boots - €39.00; MINI Countryman Tee - €29.00; MINI Five-In-One Cover - €65.00; MINI Parka - €139.00.




Press Release

The MINI Getaway Package: for spontaneous stop-offs along the way. Cleverly packed travel set accompanies the launch of the new MINI Countryman.

Munich. We've all had one of those days when you're out in the car, the sun shining, and your thoughts turn to finding a nice rural spot for an impromptu breather. If only you'd packed the right equipment for the job in hand. Luckily, MINI is pitching in to help out. The cult British brand has come up with a handy set of items for off-the-cuff mid-journey breaks – just in time for the market launch of the MINI Countryman. The clever MINI Countryman Getaway Package can be stowed away in the new crossover model's dual-layer load compartment floor, which is separated from the regular storage space by a lid. This allows the travel set to be in place and ready for use at all times without making in-roads into interior space.

The set includes the MINI Countryman Seats, two comfortable folding wooden chairs in characteristic MINI design. Their durable canvas surface comes in an easy Racing Check or stylised Union Jack look, both in dark grey against a black background. Roomy outside pockets can be attached to the sides of the Countryman Seats using press studs, while a carry bag makes the chairs easy to transport. The MINI Countryman Seats can also be converted into tables with the help of a wooden board. Now nothing can get in the way of a picnic in the great outdoors. And, as it happens, the convertible seats also do an excellent job inside. The MINI Countryman Seats are available as a set consisting of two chairs and a table top. Extra seats can be purchased individually should your random excursions grow in popularity.

An essential feature of the Getaway Package is the MINI Five-In-One Cover. This multifunctional cover in Chequered Flag design is a poncho, sleeping bag, awning, picnic blanket and bed cover in one, and makes the ideal accessory for those more extended stops during a journey. The loops and ties on the four corners help to make the most of the cover's various functions, and the bag for the cover doubles up as a handy cushion.

The new MINI Countryman Boots, meanwhile, ensure that your feet stay dry on cross-country hikes. With their Union Jack/Rockstyle Print/Countryman design, the black unisex Wellington boots cut a seriously cool figure. The British flag also makes an appearance in the inside pattern of the boots.

The MINI Parka, a contemporary interpretation of the classic M51 Fishtail, also protects against the vagaries of the weather. The olive-green unisex hooded jacket embodies a stylish Mod look, complemented by a selection of neat patches which can be attached on the left sleeve using a Velcro-type fastener.

The Getaway Package also contains a change of shirt, should fresh togs be required. The limited-edition MINI Countryman Tee suits MINI down to the ground and adds a touch of fashionable chic with its funky gift packaging for him or her, catchy shade of lilac and print of the new MINI model.

Spur-of-the-moment picnic or brief saunter into the countryside, the MINI Countryman Getaway Package ensures you are ready for anything. The set will be available from the launch of the new MINI model in September 2010. Customers will be able to order the Getaway Package – as well as the other MINI Collection items – from the MINI Online Shop at www.MINI.de/shop and at selected MINI dealers.

MINI Countryman Getaway Package

MINI Countryman Seat Set - €89.00
(two seats + table top)
MINI Countryman Single Seat - €35.00
MINI Countryman Boots - €39.00
MINI Countryman Tee - €29.00
MINI Five-In-One Cover - €65.00
MINI Parka - €139.00

MINI JCW Dressed for the Challenge

More performance. More customisation. More MINI. Introducing the new and exclusive race-inspired MINI John Cooper Works Challenge Edition – bringing the MINI John Cooper Works even closer to the track.

In recognition of the pure pedigree that underpins MINI, the release of the MINI John Cooper Challenge Edition draws John Cooper Works even closer to the MINI CHALLENGE race car, both in its appearance and performance.


The MINI John Cooper Works Challenge Edition is powered by the same powerplant as the MINI CHALLENGE race cars; delivering 155kW from a twin-scroll turbocharged 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine. Developing a maximum of 260 Nm of torque (280 Nm torque available during Overboost) the MINI John Cooper works propels from 0-100km/h in just 6.5 seconds.


Exclusive to the Australian market, the John Cooper Works Challenge Edition includes the following features over the already highly optioned MINI John Cooper Works model: John Cooper Works aerodynamics package consisting of front, rear and side aprons, John Cooper Works Carbon spoiler, John Cooper Works Aluminium cross brace, John Cooper Works Alcantara and Carbon steering wheel, John Cooper Works Carbon gearshift knob with Alcantara shroud, John Cooper Works Carbon handbrake lever with Alcantara surround and unique Challenge Edition badging.


The Challenge Edition is available with all new MINI John Cooper Works Hardtop, Clubman or Cabrio models. Representing over $7,000 worth of value, the Challenge Edition is available for a strictly limited time as a $2,500 option.


A testament to the strength and success of the MINI Challenge race series, last year the sales of MINI John Cooper Works reach unprecedented heights, accounting for 26 percent of MINI Cooper S Hardtop sales and 10 per cent of the entire model range.

The 2010 MINI Challenge season kicks off in March with the categories debut at the Clipsal 500 in Adelaide.
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MINI Coupe Concept Car Pictures

Check out these cool Mini Coupe concept car pictures. It has been exactly 50 years since the first MINI was introduced to the public on August 26, 1959. To celebrate MINI’s birthday, BMW has unveiled this sporty MINI Coupé Concept.








Limited to two seats, the car is designed to accommodate even the most powerful engine currently available in the MINI – and with the 1.6-litre twin-scroll turbocharged power unit, MINI Coupé promises to offer truly outstanding performance.














MINI Coupé Concept will be demonstrated at the Frankfurt Motor Show from the 17th to the 27th of September 2009

Concept Mini in Frankfurt (VIDEO)

Most think that Mini Cooper is car for girls only. Before to be at war with this bias on a motor show in Frankfurt by means of demonstration of two new concept cars, company Mini has exhausted conceptual tiser which does not deny its truthfulness........

Mini coupe will go to a serial production!

Representatives of concern BMW have confirmed earlier circulating hearings that company Mini will begin a batch production at once several new cars. That Mini will do a crossover, all for a long time already heard. But, it appears, the next three years to hatchbacks, a cabriolet and "off-road car" the coupe and even a roadster will increase still! Concept coupe will be already shown in the middle of this month on a motor show in Frankfurt. From standard 3-door Mini this car will differ an oblique rear of a body thanks to shape of the car which became much prompter. Besides, the coupe will weigh approximately on 100 kg of less hatchback and will receive lower centre of gravity. Well and under a car cowl the petrol motor in volume of 1,6 l with a turbo-supercharging which gives out 211 h.p. For easy will disappear and small Mini Coupe it will be more than enough.