If you have never driven an original Mini, then you have missed out on one of life’s great automotive pleasures. Slipping behind the wheel of one of these little pocket rockets is as close as you are likely to… more»
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Feb 21, 2020 • For Sale • 43 Comments
British Brick: 1961 Austin Seven Mini
When the original Mini was launched, it was by no means the first front-engined/front-wheel-drive car available to the motoring public. However, one of the characteristics that made it such a sales success was the fact that it represented a… more»
Feb 17, 2020 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Rare Brit: 1974 Mini Marcos
The Mini Marcos has had an “on-again, off-again” production life which dates right back to 1965. It is a car that experienced a reasonable level of motorsport success across the globe and is a vehicle that will attract plenty… more»
Jan 30, 2020 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Genuine Cooper S: 1966 Austin Mini Project
This rusty 1966 Mini Cooper is a genuine “S” model, verified by the provided British Motor Heritage Trust certificate. It is a major project, but certainly not past the point of saving. And given the impressive sales prices of… more»
Sep 23, 2019 • Exclusives • 7 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1973 Mini Innocenti 1300 + Spares
The classic Mini is an absolute hoot to drive, with go-kart level handling and a clever design. If you’ve been hunting for a Mini project but want something a little different, Reader Mike N’s Innocenti is definitely worth a… more»
Jul 21, 2019 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Pocket Rocket: 1971 Austin Mini
Sometimes you’ll look at a car and just know that driving it will cause you to issue forth with an involuntary scream. Whether it is a scream of pleasure or one of terror, really depends on the car in… more»
Jun 27, 2019 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Left Hand Drive Find: 1974 Austin Mini
Fun and nimble, the Mini is a British legend that is often found with a right hand drive configuration, unlike this German spec car. Oriented as a left hand drive machine, I am sure this car is equally as… more»
Jun 12, 2019 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Herd Of Minis In New Mexico!
If you’re a fan of the original Mini, you absolutely need to check this out! Listed here on craigslist, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, are numerous Minis for sale, and thanks go to our reader Ed. Read on to… more»
Apr 1, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Diesel Swap: 1980 Austin Mini
On a global scale, the Mini and its many variations are one of the more iconic compact vehicles of all time, though safety standards barred the Mini from the United States after 1968. However, since the cute hatchback is… more»
Mar 7, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Teeny Tiny Mini: 1974 Austin Mini Shorty
A Mini mini? Shorty Mini? Short Stuff Mini Shorty? This one is a head-scratcher but it looks like a fun little car to drive around a car show if you can fit in it – or a pit car… more»
Feb 20, 2019 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Ready For Fun: 1977 Austin Mini
As I tore into the history of my farm find BMW 320/6, the story of how a right-hand drive BMW came to rest on a farm in Connecticut was made clear. Similar to this seller on eBay, my car… more»
Jan 23, 2019 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Early Classic: 1959 Morris Mini
When it was introduced in 1959, the Morris Mini was a complete game changer. While it wasn’t the first front-wheel-drive car that had hit the market, the combination of that transverse front engine driving the front wheels suddenly made… more»
Jan 10, 2019 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Family Collection Sell-Off: Classics in Florida
We recently received a tip about a collection clean-out in Florida, apparently listed by a private family that comes across as mildly cantankerous in the craigslist description. It’s too bad they won’t do silly things like “answer emails” or… more»
Dec 23, 2018 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Military Failure: 1971 Mini Moke
Originally designed by BMC as a contender to be a multi-use vehicle for the British military forces, the Moke failed to win military support for one very simple reason: As an off-road vehicle, it simply didn’t possess the ground… more»
Sep 6, 2018 • Uncategorized • 15 Comments
Barn Find Mini Cooper: World’s Oldest Known Survivor
Found in a barn in Suffolk, U.K., this 1963 Mini Cooper S Mark I is said to have been stored since 1983. The new owner claims it was the sixth of only 4,000 ever made. Found here on iNews.co.uk,… more»
Aug 27, 2018 • Uncategorized • 15 Comments
Bean Country: 1961 Austin Mini Countryman
In the famous British sitcom, Mr. Bean, the silly star drives a classic Mini Cooper. He gets himself into quite the mischief with it on many occasions. This 1961 Austin Mini Countryman with 37,000 miles can be your laugh… more»
