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Mini (BMW) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation, search For the original Mini produced by the British Motor Corporation, see Mini. For other uses of "Mini", see Mini (disambiguation). Mini Type Automotive brand Owner BMW Group Markets Global Website MINI.com Mini (styled as MINI) is a British automotive brand specialised in small cars owned by the BMW Group. Mini originated as one specific vehicle, a small car originally known as the Morris Mini-Minor, launched by the British Motor Corporation in 1959, and developed into a brand encompassing a range of small cars, including the Clubman, Traveller and Moke.[1] The original Mini continued in production until 2000. Development of a successor began in 1995 and the new generation car (styled as MINI to differentiate it from its predecessor), was launched in 2001. There are currently four body variants available: Hardtop, Convertible, Clubman (estate) and Countryman (crossover). Minis are assembled at Plant Oxford in Cowley, United Kingdom, where around 4,700 people are employed.[2] Engines for Mini cars are produced at the Hams Hall Plant near Birmingham, United Kingdom, which has around 800 employees.[3] Mini sub-assemblies and pressings such as doors are supplied by a plant in Swindon, United Kingdom, where around 1,000 people are employed.[4] Around 217,000 Mini's were sold worldwide in 2009.[5] The Mini brand has had a number of owners during its history. In 1966 the British Motor Corporation became part of British Motor Holdings and in 1968 British Motor Holdings itself merged with Leyland Motors to form British Leyland.[1] In the 1980s British Leyland was broken-up and in 1988 Rover Group, including Mini, was acquired by British Aerospace.[1] In 1994 Rover Group was acquired by BMW. In 2000 Rover Group was broken-up by BMW, with BMW retaining the Mini brand.[6] Contents 1 Overview 2 First generation (2001-2006) 2.1 Mini Hardtop 2.2 Mini Convertible 2.3 Mini John Cooper Works GP 2.4 Mk I prototype and concept cars 2.4.1 Beer-can exhaust 2.4.2 Alternative fuel versions 2.4.3 Additional concepts 3 Second generation (2007 - present) 3.1 Mini Hardtop 3.2 Mini Clubman 3.3 Mini John Cooper Works Challenge (2008-) 3.4 Mini Convertible 3.5 Mini John Cooper Works (2009-) 3.6 Mini John Cooper Works World Championship 50 (2009) 3.7 Mini First (2009-) 3.8 Mini E 3.8.1 Electric conversion options 3.9 Mini Countryman (2010) 3.10 Mini Countryman WRC 3.11 Mk II concept cars 3.11.1 Mini Crossover (2008) 3.11.2 Mini Coupé (2009) 3.11.3 Mini Beachcomber (2009) 3.12 Body type summary 3.13 Engine summary 4 Internal designations 5 Production 6 Reliability 7 Criticism 8 Marketing 9 Awards and popularity 10 Racing 11 References 12 External links 12.1 Video clips [edit] Overview The car, whose first generation was designed by Frank Stephenson,[7] draws inspiration from the original Mini, which was manufactured by the British Motor Corporation and its successors from 1959 to 2000. The name of the car's brand, MINI, is all-capitalised to distinguish it from its predecessor.[8] Development of the first generation had been done between 1995 and 2001 by Rover Group in Gaydon, United Kingdom and BMW AG in Munich, Germany. During this development phase, there was continual contention between the two design groups, especially concerning the positioning of the car; Rover wanted a straight economy car, whilst BMW supported a small, sporting car. Ultimately, BMW prevailed, and in 1999, they assumed control over the entire project following the departure of BMW's CEO, Bernd Pischetsrieder.[9] When BMW divested itself of Rover in 2000, BMW elected to retain the Mini project, and to move the planned production site of the car from Rover's Longbridge plant,[9] to BMW's Oxford plant in Cowley, Oxford, United Kingdom. Back in its early years, the traditional Mini had been made at both Cowley and Longbridge. In time production was rationalised to just Longbridge and so this was where the last of the cars where made, making Longbridge the "natural home" for the new Mini prior to BMW splitting up the company. BMW's "plant Oxford" in Cowley is on the site of what was historically the Pressed Steel Company body plant - next door to what was historically the Morris factory.[10] The vehicles produced during the 2001 to 2006 model years (unofficially, the "Mk I Mini") included four hatchback models (referred to by Mini as the Cooper Hardtop): the basic "Mini One", the diesel-engined "Mini One/D", the sportier "Mini Cooper" and the supercharged "Mini Cooper S"; in 2005, a convertible roof option was added to the Mk I line-up. In November 2006, BMW released a re-engineered version of the Mini Hardtop (unofficially the "Mk II Mini") as a 2007 model-year vehicle.[11] The Mk II is currently[update] available in the original Hardtop and Convertible body styles (the latter being introduced as a 2009 model). A third Mk II body style, an estate called the Clubman, was introduced as a 2008 model. [edit] First generation (2001-2006) [edit] Mini Hardtop First generation Production 2001-2006 (Mk I Hardtop) 2005-2008 (Mk I Convertible) Class Compact Body style(s) 3-door hatchback 2-door convertible Engine(s) 1.4L Tritec I4 (One) 1.4L Toyota 1ND-TV diesel (D) 1.6L Tritec I4 (One, Cooper) 1.6L Tritec supercharged I4 (S) Transmission(s) CVT 5-speed manual 6-speed automatic and manual Wheelbase 97.1 in (2,470 mm) Length 2002-03 Base: 142.8 in (3,630 mm) 2004-06 Base & Convertible: 143.1 in (3,630 mm) S Hardtop & Convertible: 143.9 in (3,660 mm) Width 66.5 in (1,690 mm) Height 2002-03 Base: 55.9 in (1,420 mm) 2002-03 S: 56.2 in (1,430 mm) 2004-06 Base: 55.4 in (1,410 mm) 2004-06 S: 55.8 in (1,420 mm) 2004-06 Convertible: 55.5 in (1,410 mm) Kerb weight 2,496 lb (1,132 kg) The first Mini was introduced in 2001. In Portugal and Greece, the Mini One was powered by a 1.4 litre I4 version of the Tritec engine but all other petrol powered Minis used the 1.6 litre I4 version.[12][13] Since 2005, a soft-top convertible option has been available across the entire range. There are numerous styling and badging differences between the models, perhaps the most obvious being that the Cooper S has a distinctive scoop cut into the bonnet. The Cooper S also has twin exhausts which exit under the centre of the rear valance. The (non-S) Cooper has more chrome parts than the Mini One and has a single exhaust. The Mini One D has no visible exhaust pipes at all. In some markets, such as Australia and the U.S., only the Mini Cooper and Cooper S are offered because the Mini One's engine was considered inadequate to deliver sufficient power to run an air conditioner — a necessary feature in those markets. Almost fifty percent of all Minis sold in Australia and about seventy percent of those sold in the U.S. are the more-powerful Cooper S model. Other models of note, sold in varying markets around the world, are the Mini Seven, Mini Park Lane, Mini Check Mate, and Mini Monte Carlo. The names Cooper and Cooper S echo the names used for the sportier version of the classic Mini, which in turn come from the involvement of John Cooper and the Cooper Car Company. The Cooper heritage is further emphasised with the John Cooper Works (JCW) range of tuning options that are available with the Mini. John Cooper also created a one-off racing model of the Mini Cooper S named the Mini Cooper S Works. This car features many extras which help to improve performance, such as a racing exhaust and air filter as well as uprated suspension. The car also has one-of-a-kind 17-inch (430 mm) racing wheels.[14] A 2006 Mini Cooper S Checkmate. The Mk I Mini One, Cooper and Cooper S used some version of the reliable, Brazilian-built Tritec engine, co-developed by Chrysler & BMW; the Mini One D used a Toyota-built diesel engine. In August 2006, BMW announced that future engines would be built in the UK, making the car essentially British-built again; final assembly took place at Oxford, and the body pressings were made in nearby Swindon at BMW's Swindon Pressings Ltd subsidiary. All models used a transversely-mounted four-cylinder engine driving the front wheels. All four wheels are pushed to the corners of the body to improve handling. The styling of the car, like that of the Volkswagen's New Beetle, is a retro design that is deliberately reminiscent of the original Mini. The retro styling is further enhanced by retaining other classic Mini touches such as contrasting roof colours, optional bonnet stripes, optional rally lights, and black trim around the wheel arches and rocker panels that mimic the wide wheel flares found on many classic Minis.[7] The Mini One and Mini Cooper were available with a ZF VT1F continuously variable transmission or with a conventional Midlands five-speed manual transmission (model years 2001-2004); the latter was replaced with a Getrag five-speed unit for the remainder of the Mk I production (2005–2006). The Cooper S came with a six-speed Getrag manual or (starting with the 2005 model year) a fully automatic transmission with paddle shifters. As standard, the Mini had a drive by wire electronic throttle, electronic brakeforce distribution, cornering brake control and electronic stability control (standard or optional, depending on model and region) to improve control and handling in adverse conditions.[15] The addition of a supercharger to the Mk I Cooper S required that the battery be relocated into the rear of the car — leaving no room for a spare tyre; hence this model comes with run-flat tyres as standard. [edit] Mini Convertible Mini Cooper S convertible, top-up Mini Cooper Convertible, interior At the 2004 Salon International de l'Auto, Mini introduced a convertible model which was released in the 2005 model year and available in One, Cooper and Cooper S versions. The convertible roof is fully automatic — an unusual feature in such a small car — and can be opened partially to act as a sunroof whilst the car is driving at speed. The convertible model forsakes the rear hatchback of the Hardtop Mini, replacing it with a drop down 'tailgate' that is reminiscent of the classic Mini — it incorporates similarly prominent external hinges, and with the roof in the closed position, the rear roof section and luggage shelf can be raised with two handles, semi-tailgate style, to access the luggage space easier. The convertible also adds two small power windows for the rear seat passengers which are lowered automatically when the roof opens. The roof is made from a heavy cloth, with many layers of insulation; the rear window is glass with an integral heater/defroster, but no washer or wiper. At the 2007 North American International Auto Show, Mini introduced the limited edition Mini Cooper S Sidewalk Convertible. It had a top speed of 215 km/h (134 mph) and accelerates from 0 to 100 kilometres per hour (0 to 62 mph) in 7.9 seconds. The engine provides 168 hp (125 kW) and 220 N·m (160 ft·lbf) of torque. [edit] Mini John Cooper Works GP The last Mk I variant to be produced using the Tritec engine was the Mini Cooper S with John Cooper Works GP Kit: a light-weight, quasi-race-prepped John Cooper Works model. Hand-finished by Bertone in Italy, it was offered as a limited-production run of 2000 cars during the 2006 model year, with 444 of those originally intended for the UK market (although ultimately, 459 were sold). The GP features more bolstered front seats but had no rear seats, which along with reduced sound-deadening, removal of the rear wash-wipe system, optional air-conditioning, and other weight-reduction steps, resulted in a weight saving of around 40 kg (88 lb) compared to a Cooper S. Additionally, the car had enhanced braking, suspension, a smooth under-body and 218 hp (163 kW) from the John Cooper Works engine modification package. In place of the rear seats there is additional body stiffening and below-floor storage areas. The car also offered many unique styling points, such as the red door mirrors, a carbon fiber rear spoiler, unique body kit, bespoke (2 kg lighter) 4-spoke alloy wheels, and specialised badging. Available in just one colour scheme (Thunder Blue with a Pure Silver roof), each car was individually numbered and featured a decal on the roof along with a plaque on the dashboard. The last of the supercharged Minis and a genuine Limited Edition model, there is a high potential for the Mini Cooper S with John Cooper Works GP Kit to become a collector's item. [edit] Mk I prototype and concept cars This section needs additional citations for verification. Please help improve this article by adding reliable references. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. (December 2008) Mini Traveller concept car at the 2006 Detroit Auto Show Mini Traveller rear view Rover first showed the Mini as the ACV30 concept car in 1997.[9] This looked very different from the production Mini due to its circular headlamps, huge wheel flares and a much more rounded overall appearance when compared to the eventual production design. Before the first sales of the new Mini, prototype versions were shown at the 2000 Paris Auto Show. These were essentially identical to the version that was finally sold except that the colours used ('Candy Blue' and 'Flamenco Orange') have never been used in production. [edit] Beer-can exhaust The team of designers working on the 2001 Mini had finished the full-sized clay mock-up of the Mini in plenty of time for a presentation to the board of directors. However, the chief designer, Frank Stephenson, realised that the model did not have an exhaust pipe. His short-term solution was to pick up an empty beer can, punch a hole in it, strip off the paint and push it into the clay at the back of the car, which took just a few minutes. The overall design for the mock-up was so good that the board members told him not to change a thing, resulting in the distinctive exhaust tip seen in production cars.[7] [edit] Alternative fuel versions BMW demonstrated a hydrogen-powered internal combustion technology in some of their concept cars in 2000 and 2001, and Mini showcased a hydrogen-powered concept car in 2001 at the Frankfurt Auto Show. The car differs from electric-motor hydrogen concepts, such as the Honda FCX in that it uses a cylinder-based internal combustion engine. An all-electric Mini is in use at the British Embassy in Mexico that uses around 200 kilograms (440 lb) of Lithium Ion batteries. Three electric Minis were also made for use in some subway scenes in the 2003 movie The Italian Job to satisfy the subway authorities concerns over possible carbon monoxide poisoning. PML Flightlink developed a prototype series-hybrid conversion, called "Mini QED", replacing the drivetrain with an 160 bhp (120 kW) electric motor in each wheel and an efficient on-board petrol generator.[16] [edit] Additional concepts With the higher-output engines, the standard front wheel drive Mini tends to naturally suffer from a high level of wheel spin; four wheel drive would be a natural solution to that problem, and Getrag demonstrated a four wheel drive version of the Mini in 2004. At the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2005, Mini revealed a retro version of the classic "Mini Traveller" estate car. The Traveller had a stretched wheelbase, two side-hinged rear doors, and separate rear seats replacing the split bench seat of the standard Mini. At the Tokyo Auto Show, the same basic concept reappeared with some fanciful additions — a circular roof section that could be removed to form a picnic table with four folding chairs. The rear side windows were replaced with fold-down storage containers containing cutlery, cups and plates. In Detroit, a further version was presented without the table and chairs — but with a radically restyled interior. Ultimately, a production version of the Traveller concept vehicle would appear during the 2008 model year as the Mini Clubman. [edit] Second generation (2007 - present) [edit] Mini Hardtop Second generation Production 2007-present (Mk II Hardtop) 2007-present (Mk II Clubman) 2009-present (Mk II Convertible) Class Compact Body style(s) 3-door hatchback 5-door estate 2-door convertible 5-door SUV Engine(s) 1.4L Prince I4 (One) 1.6L Prince I4 (Cooper) 1.6L Peugeot DV6 diesel I4 (Cooper D and One D) 1.6L Prince turbocharged I4 (Cooper S) Transmission(s) 6-speed automatic and manual Wheelbase Hardtop & Convertible: 97.1 in (2466 mm) Clubman: 100.3 in (2547.6 mm) Length Hardtop: 145.6 in (3698 mm) Hardtop S: 146.2 in (3713 mm) Clubman: 155 in (3937 mm) Clubman S:155.8 in (3957 mm) Convertible: 143.1 in (3635 mm) Convertible S: 143.9 in (3655 mm) Width Hardtop: 66.3 in (1684 mm) Clubman: 66.3 in (1684 mm) Convertible: 66.5 in (1689 mm) Height Hardtop: 55.4 in (1407 mm) Clubman: 56.1 in (1425 mm) S:56.4 in (1433 mm) Convertible: 55.5 in (1410 mm) Mini introduced an all-new, second generation of the car for the 2007 model year, the Mk II Mini, on a re-engineered platform that incorporated many stylistic and engineering changes. The architecture of the Prince engine is shared with PSA Peugeot Citroën and is intended to be more cost-effective and fuel-efficient, it is manufactured at the BMW Hams Hall (Warwickshire) engine plant. The engineering was done in the United Kingdom by BMW Group UK Engineering; in Munich, Germany at BMW Group headquarters; and with external third parties. Mini Cooper S (2007+) The so-called "Mk II Mini" (echoing the 'mark number' naming convention associated with the classic Mini) was introduced in November 2006 as a Hardtop (internally, the R56) model, in the Cooper and Cooper S trim levels; the range was completed in 2007 with the Mk II Mini One. For the first time, there was a diesel-powered Cooper, available from April 2007, and badged as the Cooper D. Though the Mk II has a familiar look, every panel on the new car has been changed from the old model. New safety requirements mean that the overall length has increased by 60 mm (2.4 in), the front end raised and the indicators have been repositioned inside the headlight housings. The headlights themselves are now fixed to the front quarter panels rather than being integrated with the bonnet, so that they are not raised up with it when the bonnet opens. The car features a restyled grille and larger rear light clusters. The Cooper S retains the bonnet scoop in order to keep an association with the outgoing model — although the relocation of the intercooler to the front of the engine means that the scoop is now purely decorative. In addition, the Cooper S no longer has the battery located under the boot floor, instead being found in the more conventional location under the bonnet. The C-pillars are no longer encased in glass and have been shaped to improve aerodynamics and to reduce the tendency for dirt to accumulate on the back of the car. Much criticised for the lack of rear legroom, Mini added more space for rear passengers by creating sculpted cut-outs in the rear of the front seats. An engine start button replaces the conventional ignition key and, with the optional 'Comfort Access', the car unlocks itself automatically when the key is brought close to the car. The Cooper and Cooper S models offer a new rear axle and aluminium components to reduce the car's weight; and a Sports kit option comprising harder springs, damper and anti-roll bars is offered with both variants. Another key difference is the introduction of an upgraded electric power steering system, the sharpness of which can be increased by pressing a "Sport" button in front of the gear lever (both auto and manual); additionally, the "Sport" button adjusts the response of the accelerator, and in conjunction with automatic transmission, also allows the engine to rev almost to the redline before changing gear. Mini III Cooper D As for engines, the Tritec engine has been replaced in the Cooper model with a 120 metric horsepower (88 kW) 1.6-litre Prince engine incorporating BMW's Valvetronic infinitely variable valve timing, developed on and with Peugeot's core engine. It is reported in early road tests that this takes the car from 0–100 km/h in a claimed 9.1 seconds (0-60 mph: 8.5 seconds)[17] and has a top speed of 125 mph (201 km/h). Fuel economy of 48.7 miles per imperial gallon (5.80 L/100 km; 40.6 mpg-US) on the combined cycle is nearly 8 miles per imperial gallon (6.7 mpg-US) better. The more powerful 175 metric horsepower (129 kW) Cooper S replaces the supercharger with a new twin scroll turbocharger in the interests of efficiency, and features gasoline direct injection; consequently, this engine version does not feature Valvetronic. This engine also has an "overboost" function which temporarily raises the torque by 20 newton metres (15 ft·lbf) under hard acceleration. As a result, 0–100 km/h is covered in a claimed 7.1 seconds (0-60 mph: 6.7 seconds),[17] and top speed is 140 mph (230 km/h). It achieves similar improvements in fuel economy to the Cooper, returning 40.9 miles per imperial gallon (6.91 L/100 km; 34.1 mpg-US) combined. Both engines may be mated to either a six-speed manual or automatic gearbox. The turbocharged engine is the same (although with some French engineering modifications) as the one in the Peugeot 207 GTi/RC. From 2008, all non-U.S. Mini models are equipped with BMW's Efficient Dynamics fuel-saving technology. This includes a start-stop feature that shuts off the engine when the car is stationary; when the clutch pedal is depressed, the engine is restarted with electricity generated from Brake Energy Regeneration. The Cooper D model attains 74.0 miles per imperial gallon (3.82 L/100 km; 61.6 mpg-US) and emits 104 g of carbon dioxide per 100 kilometres. A Mini One D is available in Europe since 2009, attaining the same fuel efficiency and emissions of greenhouse gases as the Cooper D, which is itself quite comparable to the Toyota Prius for fuel economy and carbon dioxide emissions (potentially better than the Prius at higher rpm). With the widespread use of its Efficient Dynamics feature, Mini is the first automotive brand to have all models in its range classified as mild hybrids (Mini's parent, BMW, is still in the process of implementing Efficient Dynamics across its older models). All models of the Mk II with optional dynamic stability control (DSC) also include "Hill Assist", a feature which prevents the car from rolling backwards on an incline by holding the brakes for 2 seconds after the driver releases the brake pedal, allowing the driver time to engage the accelerator pedal without the vehicle drifting. Also included with DSC is hydraulic EBA (Emergency Brake Assist) as opposed to the mechanical system on Minis without DSC. DSC is standard on all Minis since September 2008. The interior of the Mk II echoes the style of the earlier model, but is in fact a complete redesign. The boot of the new car has an additional 10 litres of load space. Other changes in design - both visible and otherwise - have contributed to the Mini's recently awarded 5 stars in the Euro NCAP tests. One example is the higher front bonnet, which now complies with the European pedestrian collision regulations. The old tradition of producing special, limited-edition Minis was also continued with the new Mini. For example, the Mini Monte Carlo,[18] recently launched in Singapore, is a tribute to the old Mini Cooper Monte Carlo, itself a limited edition Mini to celebrate Paddy Hopkirk's return to the Monte Carlo Rally 30 years after his original win. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Mini brand, 2 models have been released. The Mini 50 Mayfair is available in chocolate brown (hero colour) midnight black, and pepper white. It comes with a special 'toffee' lining and lounge leather. The Mini 50 Camden is available in white silver (hero colour), midnight black and horizon blue. The Camden is silver white on the inside, with Silver Lining interior surfaces combining with a colour line in tech white for the knee roll and arm rest in the door. The most striking feature, however, are the extremely limited edition black bi-xenon headlight reflectors and the 'Mission Control' previously seen only in the Countryman. The Mk II Mini is built by Mini's Production Triangle: Plant Swindon (body panels), Plant Hams Hall (engine) and finally Plant Oxford, where final assembly work is completed.[19] [edit] Mini Clubman Mini Clubman. The Mini Clubman is an estate car, introduced for the 2008 model year and available in One, Cooper, Cooper S, and Cooper D variations. While identical to the Hardtop from the B-pillars forward, the Clubman is 240 mm (9.4 in) longer overall, with a correspondingly stretched wheelbase that is 80 mm (3.1 in) longer; this provides more rear-seat leg room and substantially increased cargo space when compared to the Hardtop — 160 mm (6.3 in) longer, giving 260 litres (9.2 cubic feet) of space. It has twin "barn doors," alternately referred to as "the Splitdoor," enclosing the boot instead of a pull-up hatch, and also features a "Clubdoor" on the right-hand side for more convenient access to the rear seats. Engine and transmission selections are identical to those used in the Hardtop model, except the 66 kW (90 PS; 89 hp) One Diesel; and the rear suspension set-up shares many of the same designs features as that used in the Hardtop. For example, the rear trailing arms are the same, as are the anti-roll bars. The use of the name "Clubman" for the Mini estate van was a break with classic Mini tradition. "Clubman" was originally the name given to the 1970s face-lift of the classic Mini, which mostly resulted in a squared-off front end, whereas the classic Mini estates had traditionally been named "Traveller" or "Countryman". However, BMW did not initially purchase the rights to use those names. [edit] Mini John Cooper Works Challenge (2008-) The Mini John Cooper Works Challenge is a purpose-built race car, based on the R56 Hardtop, and manufactured in the BMW Motorsport factory located in Munich. The BMW Motorsport factory has been responsible for the construction of Formula One and European touring cars for many years. The R56 Challenge features a 6-speed manual transmission; 17-inch Borbet wheels with Dunlop control slick racing tyres; John Cooper Works aerodynamic kit including front splitter, rear diffuser, and high-downforce, adjustable rear wing; race-specific AP Racing ABS braking system; KW suspension rebound; height- and camber-adjustable coilover suspension; full roll cage; Recaro bucket seat with 6-point safety belt; HANS device; Sparco racing steering wheel; air jack system; and a fully-electronic fire extinguishing system. The car features a 1.6-litre, twin-scroll turbocharged engine that produces 155 kW (211 PS; 208 hp) at 6000 RPM, along with 261 N·m (193 lb·ft) of torque. Acceleration from 0–100 km/h (60 mph) is claimed at 6.1 seconds, and braking time from 100–0 km/h is just 3.1 seconds. It has MSRP of €49,900. The R56 Challenge was unveiled in 2008 at the IAA Motor Show.[20] [edit] Mini Convertible Please help improve this article by expanding it. Further information might be found on the talk page. (December 2008) 2009 Mini Cooper S convertible The Mk II Mini Cooper Convertible was unveiled at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show[21] and the 2009 Geneva International Motor Show[22] as a 2009 model-year vehicle (first available for sale on 28 March 2009[23]). One of its unique, "Mini-esque" features is an "Openometer", which records precisely — down to the minute — how long the vehicle has been enjoyed with the roof down. Available variants and corresponding powertrain selections are the same as in the other Mk II Cooper models, with the exception of the diesel engines, which are not available for the Cabrio. [edit] Mini John Cooper Works (2009-) Loosely based on the John Cooper Works (JCW) Challenge car, these are essentially Mk II Cooper S vehicles with a higher-output engine; a low-back-pressure exhaust system; a stiffer sport suspension; 17-inch light alloy rims with low-profile, performance tyres; Brembo performance brakes; and BMW's dynamic stability control (DSC) and Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) with Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC) as standard equipment. All JCW models are only available with a specific 6-speed Getrag manual transmission, and come with distinctive "John Cooper Works" badging in place of the normal "Cooper S" badging. The JCW vehicles are also factory-built, which further distinguishes them from earlier Mk II Cooper S models with any of the available John Cooper Works accessories (engine and suspension upgrades, aerodynamics kit, etc.) that are dealer-installed. The available JCW body styles are referred to as "John Cooper Works Hardtop," "John Cooper Works Clubman," or "John Cooper Works Convertible," reflecting the corresponding Cooper S body styles. All JCW models achieve the same EPA fuel economy ratings as their Cooper S counterparts.[24] The engine is rated at 211 PS (155 kW; 208 hp) and 261 N·m (193 lb·ft); under heavy acceleration, the engine automatically boosts torque output to a peak of 279 N·m (206 lb·ft). These figures are achieved by reducing compression ratio to 10.0:1, and increasing boost from 0.9 bar (13 psi) to 1.3 bar (19 psi) when compared to the turbocharged engine used in the Cooper S.[25] According to Mini, the JCW Hardtop will sprint to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 6.2 seconds, with the JCW Clubman clocking in at 6.5 seconds; both vehicles top out at 147 mph (237 km/h). The JCW variants were unveiled in 2008 at the Geneva Auto Show, as 2009 model-year vehicles.[26] [edit] Mini John Cooper Works World Championship 50 (2009) This is a limited-edition (originally planned to be 250 units, then subsequently increased to 500) of the John Cooper Works Hardtop. It commemorates the 50th Anniversary of the Formula One World Championship title won by John Cooper (builder) and Jack Brabham (driver). The production vehicle was inspired by John Cooper's son, Mike. It includes the John Cooper Works aerodynamics package; John Cooper Works Cross Spoke Challenge light-alloy wheels in Jet Black; specific body paint colours (Connaught Green body with Pepper White roof and bonnet stripes), carbon fibre bonnet scoop, rear diffuser, exterior mirror caps and tailgate handle; and specific interior colour scheme (Carbon Black interior with red knee-rolls, armrests and red stitching on the floor mats, gearshift & handbrake gaiters). The John Cooper signature was provided by "John" Michael Cooper. The car was unveiled in 2009 Mini United Festival in Silverstone.[27] [edit] Mini First (2009-) This is a sub-variant model sold in the UK market. The engine was adapted from that in the Mini One, but de-rated to 75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp), mated to the only transmission choice (a 6-speed manual). It incorporates Minimalism technologies, including Auto Start-Stop, Brake Energy Regeneration, Variable Valve Technology and Shift Point Display. Aside from the powertrain, the only other real difference between a basic Mini One and the Mini First (when first made available) is the manual air conditioning (standard on Mini One, optional on Mini First). The vehicle has a base MSRP of £10,950.[28] Similar versions are available in other European countries, under the name of "MINI One Minimalism Edition". Alloy wheels are not available on this version, with bespoke wheel trims coming as standard instead. [edit] Mini E Main article: Mini E This is a front-wheel drive electric vehicle, unveiled in 2008 at the Los Angeles Auto Show,[29] with an electric motor rated 204 PS (150 kW; 201 hp) and 220 N·m (160 lb·ft), 380V 35 kilowatt-hours (130 MJ) lithium-ion battery with distance of 240 kilometres (150 mi). It has top speed of 152 km/h (94 mph). When it was officially announced, BMW Group planned to built 500 vehicles by the end of 2008. The pilot project began in the U.S. states of California, New York, and New Jersey, with Europe being considered. The vehicles are not sold to customers, but rather rented under one-year lease with an extension option. 1,800 people have reportedly signed up to lease the Mini E[citation needed], which costs $850/month.[30] The vehicle gliders are built in the Mini factory in Oxford, while batteries, electric drive and power electronics are manufactured in Munich. The components are then shipped to a specially-equipped manufacturing complex, situated on BMW plant premises where the electric motor, battery units, performance electronics and transmission can be integrated.[31] Eichiner hinted that there is a possibility that a fourth brand could be formed, but noting only if an advanced technology didn’t fit in a Rolls-Royce, BMW or Mini.[32] [edit] Electric conversion options Nevada’s Hybrid Technologies has started production of its all-lithium, electric-powered Mini Cooper model. The new electric Mini uses Hybrid Tech’s own proprietary advanced lithium management and battery-balancing system. Top speed is only around 80 mph (130 km/h) but driving at a slower speed preserves battery-life and means owners will be able to travel up to 120 miles (190 km) on a single charge.[33] EV Television (EVTV.ME) is publishing a series of videos documenting their conversion of a 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman to electric drive. The project uses a more powerful AC induction motor from MES-DEA and TIMS600 controller to provide 177 lb·ft (240 N·m) of torque. It uses 112 readily available Sky Energy 100Ah LiFePo4 cells to provide an energy storage of 40.3 kWh, a range of 125 miles (201 km), and a top speed of 120 mph (190 km/h). This is an open source project, using parts readily available to anyone from existing suppliers, and intended for those inclined to do their own conversion of an existing 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. [edit] Mini Countryman (2010) Mini Countryman In January 2010, Mini unveiled the Countryman (internally, the R60), their first crossover SUV. The Mini Countryman will be sold as a 2011 model-year vehicle, and will have five doors; a longer wheelbase and more interior room than the Clubman; and higher ground clearance. The Countryman will make use of exactly the same engines as the other models, but will offer an optional all-wheel-drive powertrain (dubbed "ALL4") to allow minimal off-road and rugged terrain use.[34] In June, with preparation for the launch of the Countryman, Mini invited grammy award winner and country/pop singer Michelle Branch and urban pop producer Timbaland to collaborate on a new advertisement effort. Their new song, "Getaway", focuses on the idea of "urban meets country", and the music video premiered on June 8, 2010. The Countryman will be built in Austria at Magna Steyr (the former Steyr Puch factory), making it the first of the BMW Minis to be manufactured entirely outside the UK. In November 2010 Euro NCAP granted the Countryman a 5-star crash rating.[35] [edit] Mini Countryman WRC On 27 July 2010 Mini announced plans to enter the World Rally Championship.[36] The Countryman is the chosen donor model and Prodrive have been selected to prepare the Mini Countryman WRC. The factory team will compete in a reduced programme for the 2011 WRC season, before taking on the full calendar in 2012. [edit] Mk II concept cars [edit] Mini Crossover (2008) The Mini Crossover Concept was unveiled in 2008 at the Paris Motor Show.[37] It was over 4 metres (13 ft) long, with four-wheel drive, wide tyres, and a single piece rear door with a retractable rear window. Inside, it had a large glass ball in the centre of the instrument panel, called the 'Mini Centre Globe'; this system incorporated laser projection technology for 3D navigational routes and films. A production vehicle based on the Crossover Concept will be built in Austria, starting in late 2010, and produced as the "Mini Countryman". [edit] Mini Coupé (2009) This was a 2-seat concept vehicle, unveiled in 2009 at the Frankfurt Motor Show,[38] and inspired by the classic Mini. As its name suggests, it had a coupé body, used the engine from the John Cooper Works vehicles, and had the chrome radiator grille from the Cooper S (but with the inner sections of the grille finished in the body colour). It had a luggage capacity of 250 litres. BMW AG subsequently announced that a production version would be built in Oxford. Likely model year introduction would be 2011, with possible engine choices to include the 1.6-litre turbo from the John Cooper Works vehicles.[39] [edit] Mini Beachcomber (2009) Main article: MINI Beachcomber On 16 December 2009, Mini revealed the Beachcomber Concept, which drew heavily on the Moke styling while still being packed with modern equipment. The Beachcomber Concept was based on the forthcoming Countryman all-wheel drive platform, and made its public debut at the Detroit Auto Show in January 2010.[40] [edit] Body type summary Chassis codes R55 R56 R57 Body styles Clubman Hardtop Convertible Model Years First - 2009- - One - 2007- - Cooper 2008- 2007- 2009- Cooper S 2008- 2007- 2009- John Cooper Works 2009- 2009- 2009- John Cooper Works Challenge - 2008- - Cooper D 2008- 2008- 2008- E - 2009- - [edit] Engine summary Model Years Type Power, torque @ rpm Petrol engines First 2009- 1,397 cc (1.397 L; 85.3 cu in) I4 75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp) @ 4500, 120 N·m (89 lb·ft) @ 2500 One 2007- 1,397 cc (1.397 L; 85.3 cu in) I4 95 PS (70 kW; 94 hp) @ 6000, 140 N·m (100 lb·ft) @ 4000 One Convertible ? 1,598 cc (1.598 L; 97.5 cu in) I4 95 PS (70 kW; 94 hp) @ 5500 Cooper Hardtop Cooper Clubman Cooper Convertible 2007- 2008- 2009- 1,598 cc (1.598 L; 97.5 cu in) I4 120 PS (88 kW; 120 hp) @ 6000, 160 N·m (120 lb·ft) @ 4250 Cooper S Hardtop Cooper S Clubman Cooper S Convertible 2007- 2008- 2009- 1,598 cc (1.598 L; 97.5 cu in) I4 turbo 175 PS (129 kW; 173 hp) @ 5500, 240 N·m (180 lb·ft) @ 1600-5000 Overboost: 260 N·m (190 lb·ft) @ 1700-4500 John Cooper Works CHALLENGE John Cooper Works (all body styles) 2008- 2009- 1,598 cc (1.598 L; 97.5 cu in) I4 turbo 211 PS (155 kW; 208 hp) @ 6000, 261 N·m (193 lb·ft) @ 1850-5600 Overboost: 279 N·m (206 lb·ft) @ 2000 Diesel engines Cooper D 2008- 1,560 cc (1.56 L; 95 cu in) I4 turbo 110 PS (81 kW; 110 hp) @ 4000, 240 N·m (180 lb·ft) @ 1750-2000 Overboost: 260 N·m (190 lb·ft) One D 1.4 2007–2009 1,364 cc (1.364 L; 83.2 cu in) I4 turbo 88 PS (65 kW; 87 hp) @ 4000, 190 N·m (140 lb·ft) @ 1750 One D 2009- 1,560 cc (1.56 L; 95 cu in) I4 turbo 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) @ 4000,88 hp Electric motors E 2009- AC Propulsion 13000 rpm motor, 100A @ 13.5 V power supply 204 PS (150 kW; 201 hp) @ 6000-12000, 225 N·m (166 lb·ft) @ 0-5000 Regeneration: 115 N·m (85 lb·ft) Continuous: 68 PS (50 kW; 67 hp) [edit] Internal designations All Mini models have R-series model numbers assigned to them, a legacy of the Mini's original development within Rover Group. The following designations are known:[41] R50: "Mk I" Mini One (2001–2006) R52: "Mk I" Mini Convertible (2004–2008) R53: "Mk I" Mini Cooper S (2001–2006) R55: "Mk II"Mini Clubman and D (2007–present) R56: "Mk II"Mini Cooper S (2007–present) R57: "Mk II"Mini Convertible (2009–present) R60: "Mk II"Mini Countryman (2010-present) [edit] Production The Mini is currently assembled at Plant Oxford in Cowley, Oxfordshire, where 4,700 employees (referred to as 'associates') produce up to 800 cars each day (approximately 240,000 per year). The 16 country-specific variants of the three main 4 cylinder petrol engines are assembled at the Hams Hall Plant near Birmingham, where there are 1,000 employees. Mini sub-assemblies and pressings such as doors are supplied by the plant at Swindon, where 1,100 are employed and 280 pressed parts are produced using 135 welding robots. The bodyshop at Cowley holds 429 robots, assembling 425 body panels; the bodyshells are then moved to the neighbouring paint shop where paint robots apply the 14 exterior colour options and optional contrasting roof colours. Final assembly is performed at Cowley, which involves the fitting of 2,400 components to produce the numerous variants that may be ordered.[42] In November 2008, BMW announced to close its Oxford factory for four weeks to cut production as sales rapidly deteriorated. Sales of the Mini in Britain plunged 40 per cent in October against a fall of 23 per cent in the overall market.[43] [edit] Reliability Breakdown statistics reported by the German Automobile Club in May 2010 placed the BMW Mini at the top of the small car class in respect of the low break-down rates achieved for cars aged between 0 and 4 years,[44][45] narrowly beating the Ford Fusion and Mitsubishi Colt. [edit] Criticism Dr. Alex Moulton (designer of the suspension system for the classic Mini), spoke about the new Mini in an interview with MiniWorld magazine: "It's enormous - the original Mini was the best packaged car of all time - this is an example of how not to do it. It's huge on the outside and weighs the same as an Austin Maxi. The crash protection has been taken too far. I mean, what do you want, an armoured car? It is an irrelevance insofar as it has no part in the Mini story."[46] Critics[who?] of the new Mini also cite the fact that it is 60 cm (2 ft) longer, 30 cm (1 ft) wider and almost twice the weight of the classic car - yet it has less rear leg room and less luggage space. Much of this is to do with modern crash protection requirements and the desire to incorporate features such as air conditioning, a turbocharged engine, modern emissions controls and a higher level of front-seat comfort than the classic Mini was capable of. Mk I convertible owners frequently criticise the poor rear visibility in the convertible.[citation needed] With the roof up the wide areas of cloth down the sides of the car block visibility to the rear quarters and the lack of washer/wiper on the small rear window - combined with the tendency of all flat-backed cars to accumulate dirt on the rear - effectively eliminates all rear visibility. Even with the roof down, the large roll-protection bars above the back seats and the bunched up cloth of the folded roof tends to block a significant fraction of rearward visibility. In an attempt to counter this problem when reversing the car, the Mini convertible comes with rear-mounted proximity sensors as standard equipment (optional on the Hardtop Mini). In designing the second generation car, Mini responded to these issues by using pop up roll-bars, and a larger rear window. The rear (club) door of the Mini Clubman is on the right-hand side of the car, regardless of the intended market. This means that in right-hand drive markets (including the car's home market), the rear door is on the road side of the car, requiring rear passengers to exit into the road. Owners of Mk II Cooper S and John Cooper Works models have been complaining about "Cold Start Death Rattle".[47][48] BMW has acknowledged this as a fault with some timing chain tensioners, and has issued a Technical Service Bulletin SIM-11-02-07.[49] [edit] Marketing Mini paid for this Weekly World News story as a part of an advertising campaign in 2003 During the production of first generation Mini, as a joke and undoubtedly as a part of Mini's viral marketing approach, purchasers of the Mini convertible were asked to sign a "contract" promising that they would drive the car with the roof open at least 90% of the time. Mini also set up a telephone hotline (in the USA: 1-888-DO NOT CLOSE) which one may call to report convertible owners who are driving with the roof up inappropriately. The automated system offers such helpful advice as how to administer a wedgie to the offender. Butler, Shine, Stern & Partners, Mini's advertising agency, produced a video series called Hammer & Coop, directed by Todd Phillips as part of an ad campaign for the Mini.[50] Crispin Porter + Bogusky, Mini's advertising agency, produced a movie called Counterfeit Mini Coopers as part of the ad campaign.[51] To advertise Mini Clubman's introduction to Chinese market, Beijing Mini offered a Mini Rickshaw, which uses the rear half of Mini Clubman.[52] In New Zealand, Mini sponsored Mad Men, broadcast on Prime. Special spots were created; for the first season, these took the form of a satirical, sexist 60s-style television commercial. For the second season, the spot was a pastiche of Mad Men's opening credits, with a silhouette figure tumbling out of an office building, landing in the driver's seat of a Mini. [edit] Awards and popularity Mini owners were invited to bring their cars to the world premiere of The Italian Job Featured notably in the 2003 remake of The Italian Job, the Mini Cooper/Cooper S won the North American Car of the Year award for 2003.[53] In 2008 the green version of the Mini, the Mini Cooper D, was nominated for WhatGreenCar.com Car of the Year Awards. The judges highly commended the Cooper D for its EfficientDynamics stop-start and regenerative braking technology and were hugely impressed by the driving experience offered by the car. It reached the shortlist for the Green Car Awards, but eventually lost out to the Ford Focus ECOnetic. 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Steve Walker ReportsChess, a cerebral duel of concentration and intellect, men in bad suits hunched over pieces on a board, transfixed, their minds exploring endless scenarios. Moves can take hours, games can take days inactivity is the norm. MINIs Cooper S is a fiery hot hatchback. It supplies fun by the barrow load, speed, dynamism, excitement, style. Its an instant gratification machine. The Cooper S and chess couldnt really be any further apart, though a special edition derivative of the car does provide a tenuous connection. Its called Checkmate. Build Comfort Depreciation Economy Equipment Handling Insurance Performance Styling Value The name is where any link between the MINI Cooper S Checkmate and the game of chess ends. Except, perhaps, that MINI will hope the Checkmate can help them claim victory in the hot hatchback market, placing rivals in an inescapable fix. The car is a version of the 170bhp supercharged Cooper S with a series of styling accessories added. Part of the appeal of the MINI is the ability for buyers to personalise their car with the wide range optional trimmings that are available and all the Checkmate does is offer a fully accessorised Cooper S at a reasonable price. That price, by the way, is £17,635 and its significantly more than the £15,495 you pay for a standard Cooper S model. Many of the cars that roll off dealers forecourts, however, change hands for well above £16,000 once the customer has been seduced by the contents of that glossy options brochure. In this context, the Checkmate doesnt look bad value. It features exclusive Space Blue metallic paint with Checkmate chequered decals on each wing just behind the front wheelaches whether these represent a chess board or a chequered flag is open to debate. 17" Flame alloy wheels also serve to spice-up the exterior and there are silver mirror caps that tie-in nicely with a roof which is decked out in the same colour. The Checkmate also does away with the MINI Coopers traditional bonnet stripes in favour of a giant U-shaped decal which highlights the Cooper S trademark letterbox bonnet scoop. Lighting is well catered for with xenon headlamps and a set of fog lights at the front."all the Checkmate does is offer an already accessorised Cooper S at a reasonable price"Inside, there are further additions to the standard trim. The Checkmate benefits from special Checkmate cloth and leather interior trim, a three-spoke sports leather steering wheel, floor mats (so therell be no haggling with the salesman for those), passenger seat height adjustment, the storage compartment pack, manual air-conditioning, an on-board computer and the interior lights pack. The Checkmate package is largely cosmetic but one feature that will appeal to people also interested in the cars performance is the limited slip differential. This is available as an option on the standard Cooper S and it works to enhance the cars driving dynamics by directing torque to the wheel that is best able to deploy it onto the road. This helps powerful front-wheel-drive cars achieve greater traction under acceleration and boost handling fluidity. The MINI Cooper S Checkmate is certainly powerful. 170bhp is still a highly respectable output even in the current power-crazed hot hatchback climate and its an exceptional amount of shove to draw from a 1.6-litre engine. That supercharged powerplant is capable of catapulting the car from rest to sixty in 7.2s on the way to 138mph. All of which would be useless were the basic car to be incapable of capitalising on all that power. But of course it is. If youve driven a standard MINI, then youll already know about the excellence of the standard chassis: so good in fact that it would have been a waste not to further exploit the whole set-up. The Cooper S package does that brilliantly. Clamber underneath and youll spot BMWs Z-axle multi-link rear suspension, now made even more responsive with reinforced anti-roll bars on both axles and firmer springs that balance the increased engine output and lower the cars centre of gravity. This produces optimum road contact and cuts down on the kind of body roll you get when taking bends at speed. The excellent weight distribution (63% on the front wheels and 37% on the rear) also helps here. The first thing many will notice about the interior will still be the centrally mounted speedometer, although look closer and youll see a feature unique to the Cooper S a six speed gearbox. Otherwise, the interior isnt far removed from the other MINI models and thats no bad thing. Access to the rear is still horrendous, although the laughable boot of the original Mini has been replaced by a more practical hatchback arrangement capable of carrying a decent amount of luggage. Some rather cheap silver-painted plastics are used in the interior, as the original aluminium fittings were ditched on the grounds of cost. Still, whats important is that under the skin, the Cooper S boasts all the post-millennial must-haves, including ABS, CBC (cornering brake control) and EBD (electronic brakeforce distribution). In addition to this, BMWs lauded ASC+T (a combined traction control system) is included. Unfortunately, the DSC Dynamic Stability Control system is a pricey extra which should be standard. All right, so the MINIs chassis is very good but in this car, youll soon develop such confidence behind the wheel that ridiculous cornering appears on the agenda sooner than you may at first credit. The MINI Cooper S Checkmate is a handy solution for buyers who want an up-spec MINI Cooper S but would rather not trawl through the never-ending range of MINI accessories picking out the ones they would like. The car looks the part and is hard to fault mechanically. It should deliver fun in abundance along with that cheeky style that sets MINI apart from the pack. Pricing also looks sensible, so you wont need to be a chess grand master to understand the appeal of this Checkmate.FACTS AT A GLANCE CAR: MINI Cooper S Checkmate special edition PRICE: £17,635 - on the road INSURANCE GROUP: 16 CO2 EMISSIONS: 202g/km PERFORMANCE: Max Speed 138mph / 0-60mph 7.2s FUEL CONSUMPTION: 24.8mpg (urban) / 41.5mpg (extra urban) / 33.6mpg (combined) STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES: Twin front and side airbags, ASC+T, ABS with EBD WILL IT FIT IN YOUR GARAGE?: Length/Width/Height 3626/1925/1396mm Send by Messenger Email this article Print More news and reviews from Mini More motoring news Message Boards - Talk about it Latest Videos Latest Message Board Threads Got an opinion? Have your say! 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Clubs Mini Shows Motorsport New Mini Mini Resources Technical Books of Articles Buy a Mini Sell a Mini Site Map Mini links Competitions Newsletter Sign up here to receive our Weekly Newsletter READERS' POLL If money was no object: To completely restore a rusty, but much-loved Mini, would you... Buy a new Heritage shell and DIY re-shell? Buy a new Heritage shell and pay an expert to re-shell? Buy all the required panels and DIY repair? Buy all the required panels and pay an expert to repair? Choose a Mini in better condition, as you're not that sentimental? None of the above A glance at the history of this legendary car. Home » New to the Scene » The History of Mini An in-depth timeline covering the history of Mini production from 1959 to 2000. 1959 � 1961 Production of Austin Se7en Details: 2 models available � The Basic and the De Luxe in either Farina Grey, Tartan Red or Speedwell Blue. Engine size: 848cc Original price: £497 (Basic) £537 (De Luxe) 1959 � 1967 Production of Morris Mini-Minor Details: 2 models available: Standard or De Luxe in either Clipper Blue, Cherry Red or Old English White. Super model launched in 1961 but replaced in 1962 with Super De luxe model. Hydrolastic suspension from September 1964. Automatic gearbox available from 1965. Engine size: 848cc Original price: £497 (Standard) £537 (De Luxe) £561 (Super De luxe) £606 (De Luxe Automatic) 1960 � 1961 Production of Austin Se7en Countryman and Austin Se7en Van Details: Countryman featured wood framing. Both the Countryman and the Van had an increased wheelbase over the saloon and double swinging doors at the rear. Wheelbase increased by 4�, overall length increased by 10�. Engine size: 848cc Original price: £623 (Countryman) £360 (Van) 1960 � 1967 Production of Morris Mini-Traveller Mk1 Details: Morris version of the Austin Se7en Countryman. All metal version produced from October 1962. Engine size: 848cc Original Price: £623 (Woody) £532 (All metal body) 1960 � 1969 Production of Morris Minivan Details: Specification as with Austin Se7en Van. Austin Minivan produced from 1962 to 1969 with different badges to Morris Minivan. Larger engine option available from 1967. Engine size: 848cc / 998cc (from 1967) Original price: £360 1961 Production of Austin Se7en Pick-Up Details: Utilised the same floor pan as the Austin Se7en / Morris Minivan but had a flat loading bay and self-contained cabin. A drop down tailgate was fitted to the rear of the load bay. Engine size: 848cc Original price: £360 1961-1962 Production of Austin Super Se7en Details: Improved interior and sound deadening over existing Austin Se7en models. Two tone paint incorporating a black or white roof. Different slatted grille with 9 wavy horizontal bars and 12 straight vertical bars. Original Price: £592 1961 � 1967 Production of Austin Se7en Cooper, Austin and Morris Mini-Cooper 997cc Details: Introduction of front disc brakes. Fitted with a close ratio gearbox. Austin version had 11 grille slats whereas the Morris Cooper had 7 although both included a contrasting roof colour. Engine size: 997cc Original price: £679 1961 � 1969 Production of Austin Mini Pick-up and Morris Mini Pick-up Details: Name and badges changed to reflect availability of both Morris and Austin versions. Larger engine available from 1967. 850 model discontinued in late 1980. Engine size: 848cc / 998cc (From 1967) 1961-1969 Production of Riley Elf and Wolseley Hornet. Details: Two more luxurious versions of the mini saloon produced to cater for a slightly different market. Body length was extended by 8½ inches. The front and rear appear different to the standard saloon with upright grille and rear fins with a top-opening boot-lid. The Mk2 brought with it a larger engine in January 1963. Loss of external hinges in 1966. Mk3 released in 1969. Riley Elf and Wolseley Hornet similar in specification although quality of trim slightly higher with the Elf. Engine size: 848cc / 998cc (From 1963) 1962-1967 Production of Austin Mini Details: Austin Se7en models renamed as Austin Mini. Standard, De-luxe and Super models available. De-luxe and Super models superseded by Super Deluxe model in October 1962. Hydrolastic suspension from September 1964. Super Deluxe name changed to Deluxe in late 1964. Automatic gearbox available from 1965. Original price: £561 (Super Deluxe) £606 (Deluxe Automatic) 1962 � 1967 Production of Austin Mini Countryman Mk1 Details: Renamed version of Austin Se7en Countryman. Produced with all metal body from October 1962. Engine size: 848cc Original price: £623 (Woody) £532 (All Metal Body) 1963 � 1964 Production of Austin and Morris Mini-Cooper 'S' 1,071cc Details: Similar specification to the existing Austin / Morris Cooper but with larger, more powerful engine, different badges and 120mph central speedometer. Engine size: 1071cc Original Price: £695 1964 � 1967 Production of Austin and Morris Mini-Cooper 998cc Mk1 Details: Engine specification changed to improve performance over 997cc Coopers. Hydrolastic suspension from 1964. Engine size: 998cc 1964 � 1965 Production of Austin and Morris Mini-Cooper 'S' 970cc Details: Limited production number of 963. Similar specification to the Cooper 'S' 1071cc accept for the engine. Often referred to as the Mini-Cooper 1000. Engine size: 970cc Original Price: £693 1964 � 1967 Production of Austin and Morris Mini-Cooper 'S' 1275 Mk1 Details: Similar specification to existing Mini Cooper 'S' models but with 130mph central speedometer and single colour later in production. 4 ½ rims as standard. Hydrolastic suspension from 1964. Twin fuel tanks as standard from 1966. Engine size: 1275cc Original cost: £778 1964 � 1968 Production of Austin and Morris Mini Moke Details: Very basic commercial version of the mini intended for light off road usage. Produced until the early 1990s abroad where it was more popular than in Britain. Engine size: 848cc Original price: £405 1967 � 1969 Production of Austin Mini Mk2 and Morris Mini Mk2 Details: New front grille design, larger rear window and rectangular rear lights. Brakes also improved. 2 models available- basic and Super De Luxe. Models changed to Mini 850 and Mini 1000. Engine size: 848cc or 998cc (Super De Luxe only) Original price: £509 (848cc basic) £555 (848cc Super De Luxe) £579 (998cc Super De Luxe) 1967 � 1969 Production of Austin Mini Countryman Mk2 and Morris Mini-Traveller Mk2 Details: All changes in line with the Mk2 saloon model. Increase in engine size over Mk1. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £610 (All metal body) £629 (Woody) 1967 � 1969 Production of Austin and Morris Mini-Cooper Mk2 Details: All changes in line with the Mk2 non-cooper model. Grille style standardised between Austin and Morris. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £631 1967 � 1970 Production of Austin and Morris Mini-Cooper 'S' Mk2 Details: Similar specification to the Mini-Cooper model but with twin fuel tanks, 4½ inch rims as standard, different badges and a larger engine. Outlived the other Mk2 models until the Mk3 'S' was introduced. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £849 1969 � 1979 Production of Mini 850 Details: Move to Mk3 bodyshell with internal hinges and wind up windows. Loss of Austin / Morris branding. Engine size: 848cc Original price: £596 1969 � 1980 Production of Mini Clubman and Mini Clubman Estate Details: Move to Mk3 bodyshell with internal hinges and wind up windows with redesigned front. First appearance of the two clock instrument binnacle. Clubman model used hydrolastic suspension until 1971 whereas Clubman Estate used dry cone suspension throughout production. Clubman estate similar in appearance to the Austin Countryman/Morris Traveller but wood panels not an option. Engine Size: 998cc / 1098cc available from 1975 Original price: £720 (Mini Clubman) £763 (Mini Clubman Estate) 1969 � 1980 Production of Mini 1275 GT Details: Same facelift bodyshell as the Mini Clubman. Rostyle steel wheels were changed to 12 inch in 1974 to cover front disc brakes. Features close ratio gearbox and additional rev counter. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £834 1969 � 1982 Production of Mini 1000 Details: Move to Mk3 bodyshell with internal hinges and wind up windows. Higher quality interior than the Mini 850 with inertia seatbelts and reclining seats. Renamed Mini 1000 Super in 1979. Renamed again to Mini 1000HL in 1980. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £675 (Mini 1000) £3,122 (Mini 1000HL) 1969 � 1983 Production of Mini Van Details: Name changed from Austin/Morris but otherwise a similar specification. Engine size: 848cc / 998cc 1969 � 1983 Production of Mini Pickup Details: Name changed from Austin/Morris but otherwise a similar specification. Engine size: 848cc / 998cc 1970 � 1971 Production of Mini Cooper 'S' Mk3 Details: Same grille as the other production models and similar overall appearance. Internal door hinges and wind up windows. No two tone paint option. Hydrolastic suspension. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £942 1976 Release of Mini Limited Edition 1000 Details: Green and white with a gold body stripe. Featured recling seats and face level ventilation. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £1,406 1979 Release of Mini 1100 Special Details: Painted in either Silver or Rose metallic with 10 x Mini Special 5inch alloy wheels and wide 165/70/10 tyres. Unique centre console fitted along with larger engine as with the Mini Clubman model. Engine size: 1098cc Original price: £3,300 1979 � 1980 Production of Mini 850 City and Mini 850 Super De Luxe Details: Houndstooth check cloth upholstery, City decals and black bumpers. Super De Luxe has striped fabric seats, face level ventilation and fitted carpets. Engine size: 848cc Original price: £2,482 (Mini 850 City) £2,482 (Mini 850 Super De Luxe 1980 � 1992 Production of Mini City Details: Similar specification to the previous Mini 850 City but with a larger capacity engine. Changed to 2 models in 1982- the Mini City E with economic 2.95 final drive ratio and 1000HL Saloon. Front disc brakes and 12 inch wheels from 1984. Two dial instrument pod from 1985. City E Model replaced with City model in 1988. Brake servo fitted from 1988. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £2,796 (Mini City) £2,999 (Mini City E) £3,363 (1000HL Saloon) 1982 � 1992 Production of Mini Mayfair Details: A more luxurious model compared to the Mini City. Radio, head restraints, locking fuel cap and tinted glass fitted as standard. Front disc brakes and 12 inch wheels from 1984. Brake servo fitted from 1988. Engine size: 998cc / 1275cc (after May 1992) Original price: £3,363. 1983 Production of Mini Sprite Details: Available in either Cinnabar Red or Primula Yellow with 'Sprite' body decals. Fitted with Mini Special alloy wheels and wheel arch extensions. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £3,334 1984 Production of Mini 25 Details: Based upon the Mayfair model to celebrate 25 years of Mini production. Painted silver with 'Mini 25' decals and fitted with 12 inch wheels and front disc brakes. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £3,865 1985 Production of Mini Ritz Details: Based upon the City E model and painted in metallic Silver Leaf. Fitted with 12 inch alloy wheels and locking fuel cap as standard. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £3,798 1986 Production of Mini Chelsea and Mini Piccadilly Details: Based upon the City E model. Painted in Targa Red with red and silver body stripes with 'The Chelsea' decals applied. Picadilly model was painted Cashmere Gold with Picadilly logos and full width plastic wheel trims. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £3,898 (Mini Chelsea) £3,928 (Mini Piccadily) 1987 Production of Mini Park Lane and Mini Advantage Details: Mini Park lane painted in black with 'Park Lane' decals and tinted windows. Mini Advantage came painted in Diamond White with tennis themed decals. Both were produced with full width wheel trims. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £4,194 (Mini Park Lane) £4,286 (Mini Advantage) 1988 Production of Mini Red Hot and Mini Jet Black Details: Based on the Mini City and painted in red for the Red Hot and black for the Jet Black. Both were produced with silver wheel trims and tinted windows. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £4,382 1988 Production of Mini Designer Details: Style influenced by Mary Quant with stripey seats and 'Designer' decals. Painted in either Black or Diamond White. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £4,654 1989 Production of Mini Racing, Mini Flame, Mini Rose and Mini Sky Details: Mini racing was painted in British Racing Green whereas the Mini Flame was produced in Flame red. Both included a sports steering wheel, white roof and rev counter. The Mini Rose and Mini Sky were painted in white with a pastel blue roof for the Sky and a pastel pink roof for the rose. All were fitted with full width wheel trims. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £4,795 (Mini Racing / Mini Flame) £4,695 (Mini Rose / Mini Sky) 1989 Production of Mini Thirty Details: Based upon the Mayfair model to celebrate 30 years of Mini production. Painted in pearlescent Cherry Red or Black and produced with special '1959-1989' decals. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £5,599 1990 � 1996 Production of Rover Mini Cooper Carb and SPI Details: Specification based upon the Mini 30 with similar specification engine to the MG Metro. Featured white bonnet stripes and roof. Available in green, red or black. Alloy wheels fitted as standard along with a black leather interior and red steering wheel. Became a full production model from September 1990. Mini Cooper 'S' conversion available from 1991. Equipped with single point fuel injection from October 1991. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £6,995 (Mini Cooper Ltd. Edition) £6,595 (Rover production model) + £1,751 (Cooper 'S' conversion) £7,845 (with SPI engine) 1990 Production of Mini Racing Green, Mini Flame Red and Mini Check Mate Details: All three models similar in specification with Minilite-style wheels and appropriate body decals. Mini Racing Green came in British Racing Green, the Mini Flame came in red and the Check Mate was painted in black. All were painted with a white roof. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £5,455 1990 Production of Mini Studio 2 Details: Based on the Mini City model. Produced in three colours- Black, Nordic Blue and Storm Grey. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £5,375 1991 - 1996 Production of Mini Cabriolet Details: Originally supplied as a limited edition from the company 'LAMM'. Produced by Rover from July 1993. Similar specification to Mini Cooper 1.3i model but with manually adjustable colour-coded soft top and Revolution 5 spoke alloy wheels. Produced with colour coded body kit and full length burr walnut dashboard. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £12,250 (Mini LAMM Cabriolet) £11,995 (Rover Mini Cabriolet) 1991 Production of Mini Neon Details: Based on the Mini City model. Painted in Nordic Blue with pink and green 'Neon' decals. Engine size: 998cc Original price: £5,570 1992 Production of Mini British Open Classic Details: First special edition fitted with the larger 1.3i engine. Featured full length electrically folding sunroof and part leather interior. Painted in British Racing Green Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £7,195 1992 Production of Mini Italian Job, Details: Based upon the Minis used in the 1969 film, 'The Italian Job' and produced in four colours � Flame Red, Diamond White, British Racing Green and Electric Blue. Fitted with twin spot lamps and Minilite-style wheels. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £5,995 1992 - 1996 Production of Mini Sprite and Mini Mayfair 1,275cc Details: Sprite had black wheel arch extensions and full width wheel trims but otherwise a similar specification to the City model. Mini Mayfair had added chrome and Chevron fabric interior. Full width burr-walnut dash from 1993, metro based front seats and internal bonnet release. Alarm/Immobiliser also fitted to Mayfair from 1993. Engine size: 1275cc 1993 Production of Mini Rio and Mini Tahiti Details: Based on the Mini Sprite model and only 750 cars sold in the UK. Produced in Black, Caribbean Blue and Polynesian Turquoise with 'Rio' decals. Only 500 Mini Tahitis ever built. This model came with alloy wheels and Tahiti Blue paintwork. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £5,495 (Mini Rio) £5,795 (Mini Tahiti) 1994 Production of Mini-Cooper Monte Carlo Details: A visual upgrade from the standard Mini-Cooper model to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Paddy Hopkirk's 1964 Monte Carlo Rally victory. Featured special Monte Carlo Rally decals and an extra pair of spot lamps. This model was produced in January. In July 1994, another edition was launched to celebrate Paddy Hopkirk's return to rallying. This version was also available in black and it featured gunmetal alloy wheels. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £7,195 (January Monte Carlo edition) £7,995 (July Monte Carlo edition) 1994 Production of Mini 35 Details: Based on the Mini Sprite model to celebrate 35 years of Mini production. Painted in Nevada Red, Arizona Blue and White Diamond. Engine Size: 1275cc Original price: £5,695 1994 - 1996 Production of Cooper Grand Prix Details: Special model created by John Cooper Garages with an increased power output of 86bhp. Luxury leather interior with walnut dashboard and additional gauges. Only 35 built- 34 in British Racing Green and one in Tahiti Blue. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £13,495 1995 Production of Mini Sidewalk Details: Based on the Mini Sprite and available in Charcoal Metallic, Kingfisher Blue or White Diamond. Blue tartan interior trim. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £5,895 1995 Production of Cooper S Details: Up-rated version of the Rover Cooper. The first Cooper 'S' available from new for 25 years. John Cooper styled features and a more powerful engine. Fitted with a unique chassis plate. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £9,975 1996 Production of Mini Equinox Details: Special edition model based on the Sprite. 'Sun, moon and stars theme' produced in Amaranth, Charcoal Grey and Platinum Silver. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £6,195 1996 Production of Mini Cooper 35 Details: Produced to celebrate 35 years of Mini Cooper production. Painted in Almond Green with a white roof and body coloured wing mirrors / arches. Included a green leather interior and special anniversary decals. Only 200 were produced. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £8,195 1996 � 2000 Production of Mini MPI Details: Engine now utilised Multi-Point fuel Injection to lower emissions, noise and increase performance. Front mounted radiator fitted along with strengthening door bars and driver's airbag. 12 inch Pepperpot alloy wheels as standard. The Classic Mini Se7en was introduced in April 2000 in either Solar Red, Old English White or Black as the last non-Cooper Mini. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £8,995 (Mini) £9,495 (Mini Se7en) 1996 � 2000 Production of Mini Cooper MPI Details: Engine now utilised Multi-Point fuel Injection to lower emissions, noise and increase performance. Front mounted radiator fitted along with strengthening door bars and driver's airbag. Extra features included additional spot lamps, bonnet stripes, sports alloy wheels and Monaco trim. Sports pack option available for an extra £795 including wider 13inch wheels and wider wheel arches. The names Classic Cooper and Classic Cooper Sport were introduced in April 2000. The Classic Cooper model gained silver and black leather seats whereas the Classic Cooper Sport gained black and nickel leather seats and also alloy door furniture. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £8,995 (Mini Cooper) £9,895 (Classic Cooper) £10,895 (Classic Cooper Sport) 1997 Production of the Mini Hot Rod and Mini Limo Details: Built as one-offs for the 1997 Frankfurt motor show. The Mini Hot Rod featured a 16 Valve version of the 1275cc A-series engine with a power output of 160bhp. The Mini Limo was a luxury show car featuring electric leather seats, satellite navigation and polished 13inch alloy wheels. Original price: Around £50,000 (Mini Limo) 1998 Production of Rover Mini Paul Smith Details: Styling by fashion designer Paul Smith. Painted in Paul Smith Blue with Citrus Green detailing and with black leather upholstery. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £10,225 1998 Production of Mini Cooper Sports Details: Only 100 of this model were made. Available in either Brooklands Green or Black, all with a green leather interior. Distinguishing feature is the twin coach-line featuring a BMC rosette at the rear. Sportspack style arches and 6x13 inch alloy wheels. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £10,525 1999 Production of Mini Cooper S Touring Details: 'Cooper S Touring' decals, with tuned 86bhp engine. Optional Sportspack add-on available for £400. Similar spec to other existing Cooper models. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £11,595 1999 Production of Mini Cooper S Sport 5 Details: Fitted with Sportspack and Jack Knight 5 speed gearbox. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £13,650 1999 Production of Mini Cooper S Works Details: 90bhp tuned engine which was the most powerful engine ever fitted to a full production Mini. 'S Works' badges and decals. Sportspack was an optional add-on as was a Jack Knight five speed gearbox. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £12,495 - £14,595 1999 Production of Rover Mini 40 Details: Created to celebrate the 40th year of Mini production. Available in Island Blue, Mulberry Red or Old English White. Wide wheel arches and 13 inch sports alloy wheels. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £10,995 1999 Production of John Cooper LE Details: Produced to celebrate the 40th year of the Mini and also the 40th anniversary of the first Cooper Formula 1 World Championship win. Painted in Brooklands Green with Old English White roof, bonnet stripes and matching mirrors. Featured Red leather interior and CD player. Engine size: 1275cc Original price: £10,995 Production of Cooper Sport 500 LE Details: The last 500 of the 'Classic Cooper Sport' models manufactured. Similar spec to the Classic Cooper Sport but with official glovebox mounted 'Cooper Sport 500' plaque. Engine size: 1275 4/10/2000 Last Mini built at Longbridge was a Red Cooper Sport. For more information see 'Complete Classic Mini' by Chris Rees, 2003, MRP Publishing. Want to get involved in the Mini scene? Come and say hello on the MiniWorld Facebook page... MiniWorld MagazinePromote your Page too Subscribe to MiniWorld Subscribing to MiniWorld Magazine has never been easier. You can enjoy the convenience of doorstep delivery and great discounts on the full subscription rate. © Kelsey Publishing Ltd. Kelsey Publishing Ltd, Cudham Tithe Barn, Berry's Hill, Cudham, Kent, TN16 3AG. 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