Presenting the MINI Roadster Concept, the brand once again sets a new trend for individual mobility. This is where a purist character, elegant design and fascinating driving qualities come together in the vision of an open two-seater meeting the demands of a modern and self-confident target group. Individual style, premium quality and exactly the right balance of driving pleasure and efficiency in...

MINI is celebrating a great birthday: Exactly fifty years ago, on 26 August 1959, the classic Mini was presented to the public for the first time, a unique story of success starting out and today giving MINI the perfect opportunity to look ahead without losing sight of the brand's great tradition.

MINI's 50th birthday celebrations continue with another special edition model. This time it's the MINI WC50 which marks the 50th Anniversary of the Cooper Car Company winning the Formula One constructors championship. The two guys behind the wheels were legends Jack Brabham and Stirling Moss who took first and third spot in the overall championship.

10 February 2009 - MINI will unveil the world’s fastest small premium cabriolet at the Geneva International Motor Show on 03 March 2009. The MINI John Cooper Works Convertible will take centre stage at the event and is on sale in Europe March 2009.

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24 February 2008 - Production of John Cooper Works-tuned cars is all set to resume at MINI’s Plant Oxford after the launch of the second-generation MINI Cooper S Hatch and new MINI Cooper S Clubman. From July 2008, customers will be able to order factory-built MINIs that produce 211hp and complete a 0-62mph sprint in 6.5 seconds.

Almost a year after the launch of the new model generation, MINI is enlarging its model range by an equally innovative and irresistible car concept. The MINI Clubman, through its truly surprising design, stands out clearly from conventional concepts and categories. Unmistakably a MINI from every angle, the MINI Clubman, through its unique rear end and exceptional proportions, captures maximum awar...

Mini performance is to be taken to new levels with the new Mini John Cooper Works Challenge, a Mini Cooper S built specifically for track use and ready to race. Key characteristics of the new car include a higher top speed, increased torque, faster acceleration and optimised traction. Power enhancements are at the core of the striking Challenge car's modifications. As well as a re-developed twin-s...

The International Automobile Salon in Geneva (March 8th - 18th 2007) is the setting for the world premiere of the John Cooper Works Tuning Kit for the MINI Cooper S. From mid-2007, what is already the most powerful version of the compact premium model will be given an additional power boost under its bonnet. With the John Cooper Works Tuning Kit for the MINI Cooper S, the output of the 1.6 litre t...

The next generation Mini Cooper S is powered by a turbocharged 1.6-litre normal-aspiration engine developing maximum output of 175 hp (128 kW).

Hamann's engineers have gone and developed two motor kits for the MINI Cooper S. This includes the so-called CS1 performance increase, boosting performance from 32 hp and the top-of-the-line Hamann CS4 comprises a sport air filter, an altered conversion for the mechanical compressor and a complete high-performance exhaust system with header system, metal catalytic converter and front and rear sil...

The CrossUP is a car that is perfect for a wide range of uses. Its variable suspension system and new tyres make it suited to any kind of road surface and fully adjustable to respond perfectly to any way you want to use your CrossUP. Its full extension is an impressive 25 cm, letting it take on an off-road path or travel safely on the highway with equal aplomb.

Munich/Misano Adriatico - The exclusive Mini Cooper S with John Cooper Works GP Kit will serve as a real treat for the particularly sports-minded Mini fan. The special edition featuring a boost in power output to around 160 kW (218 bhp) and a noticeable reduction in weight will be produced as a limited edition of 2,000 units. Its performance will clearly surpass that of the most powerful ex-works ...

Like many great manufacturer's, Pasquale Ermini raced in other cars like Bugatti and Talbot before creating his own. He became a specialty manufacturer, taking advantage of Fiat production parts and the cottage industries in Italy. The type 857 was among last of these and featured the largest version of Ermini's own four cylinder engine.

Mini is delighted to release details of its new range topping Mini Cooper S Convertible.

Tailor made in Milan

Right after making its first appearance, the Mini proved to be a genuine sports car in the true sense of the word. countless teams and private drivers recognised and acknowledged the great potential this small car had to offer with its driving behaviour reminiscent of a go-kart.

Arden goes MINI. As a tribute to the legendary victory of the Equipe Arden 1969 Arden created the 40th Anniversary MINI Equipe 2009 as a limited release for the lovers of high quality materials, technical innovations and racing tradition. 40 pieces signed by Jochen Arden will be manufactured in artisanal tradition of automobile passion. Each Arden MINI Equipe is unique, each piece a collector’s i...

The MINI brand is inseparable from a famous name in motor sport history: John Cooper.

Hamann Motorsport now also offers tuning for the supercharged Cooper S. Apart from the Hamann CS1 tune-up to 195 hp and a sports exhaust system, the range contains sporty designed body styling , a coil-over suspension, multi-piece 18-inch light alloy wheels and accessories for the cockpit.

BY 1963 the BMC Competition department knew what they wanted to do with the Mini. Their efforts culminated in the 1963 Austin Cooper S and Morris Cooper S. Besides a host of upgrades, the primary difference was a specially cast engine block and cylinder head that was more suitable for racing.