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WATCH | 'Mini Recharged' - 90kW electric motor gives these classic cars a second life
- Owners of classic Minis in the UK can now have their vehicles converted to run on electricity by the OEM.
- Classic Mini Recharged vehicles can travel a claimed 160km on a single charge.
- Conversion is plug-and-play to ensure owners can quickly revert the vehicle to a petrol drivetrain.
A specialist team of in-house engineers has embarked on a special project at Mini Plant Oxford in the UK to convert several classic Mini hatchbacks from petrol power to electric. Dubbed 'Mini Recharged', owners of the classic Alec Issigonis city car can now send their vehicles to the Mini factory to have them upgraded for the future.
"If Alec Issigonis could design the classic Mini again today, the iconic small car would have an electric motor," Mini notes. "After all, the original launched in 1959 was created during an oil crisis and based on the idea of saving fuel and transporting four occupants and their luggage in the smallest possible footprint."
www.news24.com
- Owners of classic Minis in the UK can now have their vehicles converted to run on electricity by the OEM.
- Classic Mini Recharged vehicles can travel a claimed 160km on a single charge.
- Conversion is plug-and-play to ensure owners can quickly revert the vehicle to a petrol drivetrain.
A specialist team of in-house engineers has embarked on a special project at Mini Plant Oxford in the UK to convert several classic Mini hatchbacks from petrol power to electric. Dubbed 'Mini Recharged', owners of the classic Alec Issigonis city car can now send their vehicles to the Mini factory to have them upgraded for the future.
"If Alec Issigonis could design the classic Mini again today, the iconic small car would have an electric motor," Mini notes. "After all, the original launched in 1959 was created during an oil crisis and based on the idea of saving fuel and transporting four occupants and their luggage in the smallest possible footprint."
WATCH | 'Mini Recharged' - 90kW electric motor gives these classic cars a second life | Life
It's not often that an automaker gets involved in classic electric vehicle conversions. Mini, however, has come up with a unique project that aims to keep more of its classic cars on the road in future.
www.news24.com
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David Brown Automotive Mini restomod with a $100,000 price tag
For $100,000, a prospective car buyer can buy just about any new commercial creation but while the price tag may impress some, new cars often lack a sense of occasion for petrolheads. For that same amount of money you can buy a sense of nostalgia and that is why the David Brown Automotive Mini restomod exists.
The name David Brown Automotive will resonate with classic British car aficionados and for good reason too. The latest endeavour has seen the Silverstone based bespoke atelier expand their offerings into the USA after a new deal with Bespoke Imports Group in Florida materialised.
This deal will include the 93 kW Oselli Edition David Brown Automotive Mini restomod which is powered by a 1.4-litre engine which is mated to a five-speed manual. Other models can be specced with a four-speed automatic but where is the sense of occasion in that now? Read about another British Mini restomod that makes the use of Tesla power here.
www.carmag.co.za
For $100,000, a prospective car buyer can buy just about any new commercial creation but while the price tag may impress some, new cars often lack a sense of occasion for petrolheads. For that same amount of money you can buy a sense of nostalgia and that is why the David Brown Automotive Mini restomod exists.
The name David Brown Automotive will resonate with classic British car aficionados and for good reason too. The latest endeavour has seen the Silverstone based bespoke atelier expand their offerings into the USA after a new deal with Bespoke Imports Group in Florida materialised.
This deal will include the 93 kW Oselli Edition David Brown Automotive Mini restomod which is powered by a 1.4-litre engine which is mated to a five-speed manual. Other models can be specced with a four-speed automatic but where is the sense of occasion in that now? Read about another British Mini restomod that makes the use of Tesla power here.
David Brown Automotive Mini restomod with a $100,000 price tag
For $100,000, a prospective car buyer can buy just about any new commercial creation but while the price tag may impress some, new cars often lack a sense of occasion for petrolheads. For that same amount of money you can buy a sense of nostalgia and that is why the David Brown Automotive Mini...
www.carmag.co.za
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David Brown previews Mini Remastered Marshall Edition
Limited-run restomod will celebrate 60th anniversary of famed sound specialist
David Brown Automotive has previewed a new special edition of its Mini Remastered, in collaboration with sound specialists Marshall Amplification, ahead of a full reveal next week.
A photo of the car’s side profile was posted on the company website, revealing a black paint finish with golden stripes along the wheelbase and at the bottom of the roof, as well as golden finishes to the outer part of the rims and a Marshall logo on the door.
Other teaser images show more golden details, inspired by the colours of the guitar amps that Marshall produces. A golden mesh grille can be seen on the outside, while the play, pause and fast forward/rewind symbols have been engraved into the accelerator, brake and clutch pedals respectively.
A golden control panel in the centre console features amp-style knobs, whilst a full-size guitar amp appears to have been built into the interior. Gold stitching is prevalent throughout and the Marshall logo appears on the seats.
Each Mini Remastered Marshall Edition will feature a “comprehensively upgraded” speaker system alongside other audio equipment developed by Marshall. The car will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the British audio brand.
No technical details have been revealed, but like all of David Brown’s Minis, the car will be rebuilt using an original Mini, with only the engine, gearbox and VIN number being carried over from the donor car.
www.autocar.co.uk
Limited-run restomod will celebrate 60th anniversary of famed sound specialist
David Brown Automotive has previewed a new special edition of its Mini Remastered, in collaboration with sound specialists Marshall Amplification, ahead of a full reveal next week.
A photo of the car’s side profile was posted on the company website, revealing a black paint finish with golden stripes along the wheelbase and at the bottom of the roof, as well as golden finishes to the outer part of the rims and a Marshall logo on the door.
Other teaser images show more golden details, inspired by the colours of the guitar amps that Marshall produces. A golden mesh grille can be seen on the outside, while the play, pause and fast forward/rewind symbols have been engraved into the accelerator, brake and clutch pedals respectively.
A golden control panel in the centre console features amp-style knobs, whilst a full-size guitar amp appears to have been built into the interior. Gold stitching is prevalent throughout and the Marshall logo appears on the seats.
Each Mini Remastered Marshall Edition will feature a “comprehensively upgraded” speaker system alongside other audio equipment developed by Marshall. The car will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the British audio brand.
No technical details have been revealed, but like all of David Brown’s Minis, the car will be rebuilt using an original Mini, with only the engine, gearbox and VIN number being carried over from the donor car.
David Brown reveals Mini Remastered Marshall Edition | Autocar
Limited-edition Mini restomod features gold details and boot-mounted amplifier
www.autocar.co.uk
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Used car buying guide: Mini Cooper (1959-2000)
Escape the overdone modern market with a proper fun car
Pour yourself a cup of tea and grab a crumpet, because this cult hero is one of Britain’s most iconic products: the Mini Cooper.
From its go-kart-like handling to its role in The Italian Job, it arguably has the best charm-to-size ratio in existence, yet it won’t cost you as much to buy as you might think.
But first let’s recap the Mini’s inception. Born of the fuel crisis of the late 1950s at the British Motor Corporation (BMC), it was envisioned as a compact, practical and economical car. As such, its four-cylinder engine was mounted transversely (rather revolutionary at the time), freeing up interior space.
Then in 1961, motorsport legend John Cooper turned Austin’s 34bhp 0.9-litre engine into a 55bhp 1.0-litre unit and added beefier brakes and sharper steering, making it faster both on straights and in corners.
An even faster Cooper S, featuring a 70bhp 1.1-litre engine, arrived in 1963, then a 75bhp 1.3-litre in 1964. The Cooper S would go on to rack up no fewer than three Monte Carlo Rally wins, in 1964, 1965 and 1967.
Having appeared on the Mk1 and Mk2 Austin and Morris Minis, the Cooper was discontinued in 1965, but the Cooper S carried on. It made it to the Mk3 Mini, although only for a single year, retiring in 1971.
www.autocar.co.uk
Escape the overdone modern market with a proper fun car
Pour yourself a cup of tea and grab a crumpet, because this cult hero is one of Britain’s most iconic products: the Mini Cooper.
From its go-kart-like handling to its role in The Italian Job, it arguably has the best charm-to-size ratio in existence, yet it won’t cost you as much to buy as you might think.
But first let’s recap the Mini’s inception. Born of the fuel crisis of the late 1950s at the British Motor Corporation (BMC), it was envisioned as a compact, practical and economical car. As such, its four-cylinder engine was mounted transversely (rather revolutionary at the time), freeing up interior space.
Then in 1961, motorsport legend John Cooper turned Austin’s 34bhp 0.9-litre engine into a 55bhp 1.0-litre unit and added beefier brakes and sharper steering, making it faster both on straights and in corners.
An even faster Cooper S, featuring a 70bhp 1.1-litre engine, arrived in 1963, then a 75bhp 1.3-litre in 1964. The Cooper S would go on to rack up no fewer than three Monte Carlo Rally wins, in 1964, 1965 and 1967.
Having appeared on the Mk1 and Mk2 Austin and Morris Minis, the Cooper was discontinued in 1965, but the Cooper S carried on. It made it to the Mk3 Mini, although only for a single year, retiring in 1971.
Rover Mini 1991-2000 review | Autocar
As eager as it is charming, and fun as it is cute – but will you come to regret buying it?
www.autocar.co.uk
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40-Year-Old Mini Gets a *LONG* Overdue Detail | Top Gear Clean Team
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'88 Mini Mayfair Restoration Project - It's time to Flex! - The Late Brake Show
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Electrify The Mini - Carfection
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Paddy Hopkirk: 1933–2022 - Classics World
Beloved rally ace and master Mini driver Paddy Hopkirk has died aged 89
Paddy Hopkirk: 1933–2022
Beloved rally ace and master Mini driver Paddy Hopkirk has died aged 89
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Rover Mini Buying Guide - The Last Classic Cooper (MPI/Twin Point/Mk7) - Classics World
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1998 Mini Cooper Quick Review // Little Britain - Extra Throttle House
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SentiMETAL by Cars.co.za on Instagram: "NEW LISTING 1968 Morris Mini Cooper S MkII Completely restored Original 1 275cc engine Extremely rare (believed to be 1 of 3 in SA) Licensed and registered To view the full listing and to enquire paste this U
288 likes, 2 comments - sentimetal_by_cars.co.za on August 24, 2022: "NEW LISTING 1968 Morris Mini Cooper S MkII Completely restored Original 1 275cc engine Extremely rare (believed to be 1 of 3 in SA) Licensed and registered To view the full listing and to enquire paste this URL into your...
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