MINI announced yet another pair of special editions for 2012: the MINI Green Park and MINI Hyde Park.  Shown above is the MINI Hyde Park.  (See the MINI Green Park.)

From BMW Group PressClub Global:

As MINI defines the streetscape, so the Royal Parks in the heart of London define the structure and rhythm [...]]]>

MINI announced yet another pair of special editions for 2012: the MINI Green Park and MINI Hyde Park.  Shown above is the MINI Hyde Park.  (See the MINI Green Park.)

From BMW Group PressClub Global:

As MINI defines the streetscape, so the Royal Parks in the heart of London define the structure and rhythm of life of an entire city. For centuries they have constituted vital oases amid the hustle and bustle of the English capital. Now the championing of British tradition and lifestyle can be expressed in particularly stylish fashion courtesy of the design models MINI Hyde Park and MINI Green Park, whose exclusive colour combinations and trim levels lend them an appeal that is at once classic and sporty. Yet again MINI strikes attractive individual notes with these eye-catching characters on wheels who are ready to unleash their impact amid the urban traffic of other big cities as well.

Harmoniously combined design and trim features for the exterior and interior imbue the MINI Hyde Park and MINI Green Park with a self-assured and stylish presence. Both design models are available worldwide in MINI and MINI Clubman body styles. Depending on the market, there is a choice of up to four engine variants: the MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper Clubman with 90 kW/122 hp,
MINI Cooper D and MINI Cooper D Clubman (82 kW/112 hp), MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper S Clubman (135 kW/184 hp) and the MINI Cooper SD and MINI Cooper SD Clubman (105 kW/143 hp). All engines come as standard with a six-speed manual transmission, while a six-speed automatic is optionally available.

MINI Hyde Park: classic espousal of a British way of life.

Unobtrusive extravagance is the defining element when it comes to the appearance of the MINI Hyde Park. Its discreet Pepper White body colour is combined with Hot Chocolate contrasting paintwork – available for the first time – on the roof and exterior mirror caps. A further facet of the MINI Clubman colour scheme are the lower sections of the C-pillar in body colour. To match the contrasting paintwork, the MINI Hyde Park also sports bonnet and side stripes in Hot Chocolate, while another highlight is provided by indicator lenses in transparent white. Along with the direction indicators integrated in the headlights, this lends the side indicators and rear lights a markedly individual look as well.

Inside the MINI Hyde Park, surfaces in Pepper White underline the classic, balanced overall impression. The seat upholstery and optional Colour Line draw on the entire range available to the MINI and MINI Clubman. Ensuring a particularly eloquent interior design match are seats in cloth/leather or Leather Gravity with the Carbon Black or Polar Beige Colour Line and the MINI Yours dashboard lined in leather in a Black/Polar Beige combination.

With the MINI Hyde Park, the British premium small car manufacturer continues the tradition of design and special-edition models named after parts of London. Hyde Park spans 140 hectares and is famous for its Speakers’ Corner on the northeastern edge. The park is a haven for countless leisure activities in the centre of London and a green oasis that invites you to stroll between the shopping hot spots of Kensington and Oxford Street. It is also the starting point for the London-Brighton Run, the annual veteran car rally. In 2012, as part of the Olympic Games hosted by the capital of MINI’s home country, the Triathlon and Marathon Swimming events will be held in Hyde Park.

MINI announced yet another pair of special editions for 2012: the MINI Green Park and MINI Hyde Park.  Shown above is the MINI Green Park.  (See the MINI Hyde Park.)

From BMW Group PressClub Global:

As MINI defines the streetscape, so the Royal Parks in the [...]]]>

MINI announced yet another pair of special editions for 2012: the MINI Green Park and MINI Hyde Park.  Shown above is the MINI Green Park.  (See the MINI Hyde Park.)

From BMW Group PressClub Global:

As MINI defines the streetscape, so the Royal Parks in the heart of London define the structure and rhythm of life of an entire city. For centuries they have constituted vital oases amid the hustle and bustle of the English capital. Now the championing of British tradition and lifestyle can be expressed in particularly stylish fashion courtesy of the design models MINI Hyde Park and MINI Green Park, whose exclusive colour combinations and trim levels lend them an appeal that is at once classic and sporty. Yet again MINI strikes attractive individual notes with these eye-catching characters on wheels who are ready to unleash their impact amid the urban traffic of other big cities as well.

Harmoniously combined design and trim features for the exterior and interior imbue the MINI Hyde Park and MINI Green Park with a self-assured and stylish presence. Both design models are available worldwide in MINI and MINI Clubman body styles. Depending on the market, there is a choice of up to four engine variants: the MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper Clubman with 90 kW/122 hp,
MINI Cooper D and MINI Cooper D Clubman (82 kW/112 hp), MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper S Clubman (135 kW/184 hp) and the MINI Cooper SD and MINI Cooper SD Clubman (105 kW/143 hp). All engines come as standard with a six-speed manual transmission, while a six-speed automatic is optionally available.

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MINI Green Park: ambassador of the sporting heritage.

The traditional British passion for sporting competition is expressed in the exclusive design of the MINI Green Park. The roof and exterior mirror caps display British Racing Green paintwork, forming a pleasing contrast with bodywork in Pepper White. Bonnet stripes in British Racing Green and transparent white lenses for the direction indicators heighten the distinctly classic-sporty look. On this design model, too, the lower C-pillars of the MINI Clubman are in body colour.

The MINI Green Park likewise has interior surfaces in Pepper White, reflecting a cabin design that takes its cue from the exterior. And providing the perfect complement again are seats in Black or Polar Beige and the MINI Yours leather-lined dashboard in a combination of Black/Polar Beige. Also available as an alternative to the MINI design favourites are all other variants along with the entire range of optional extras for the MINI and MINI Clubman.

The MINI Green Park takes its name from a recreational area very near Buckingham Palace. Covering an expanse of 19 hectares, this park forms a key element of the city’s green belt, linking Hyde Park to St James’ Park. All told, it makes for a walk of some four kilometres through the Royal Parks, from Kensington Palace in the west to Downing Street in the east.

Our German partner site bigblogg.motoring has exclusive photos of the forthcoming MINI Clubman 50 Hampton Edition.  The “50″ this time refers to the 50th anniversary since the introduction of the Austin Countryman and Morris Mini Traveller.  The MINI Clubman 50 Hampton Edition will be available in current colors Eclipse Grey, Midnight Black, [...]]]>

Our German partner site bigblogg.motoring has exclusive photos of the forthcoming MINI Clubman 50 Hampton Edition.  The “50″ this time refers to the 50th anniversary since the introduction of the Austin Countryman and Morris Mini Traveller.  The MINI Clubman 50 Hampton Edition will be available in current colors Eclipse Grey, Midnight Black, and Pepper White but also in a new color, Reef Blue Metallic, shown above.  Exterior details include mirror caps and bonnet stripes in a dark red called Damson Red, special side scuttles, MINI 50 grille badge, and wheel center caps on the 17″ Twin-Spoke Alloy wheels.

See more photos from bigblogg.motoring at Exklusiv: Der MINI Clubman 50 Hampton (English translated version).

Pictured is the two covers for “THE OTHER FRANKFURT.” guide.  Both sides have the dual-image effect.  One side shows the rear of the MINI Clubman with the slogan “MINI CLUBMAN. THE OTHER MINI.”.  The other side is taken from one of the [...]]]>

Pictured is the two covers for “THE OTHER FRANKFURT.” guide.  Both sides have the dual-image effect.  One side shows the rear of the MINI Clubman with the slogan “MINI CLUBMAN. THE OTHER MINI.”.  The other side is taken from one of the MINI “family photo” ads and reads “THE OTHER PETERMAN.”.

Inside is a folded map and guide to Frankfurt, Germany.

THE OTHER FRANKFURT.

Everything’s going to be different now! Because MINI presents: doors to explore. What’s hiding behind it all? Another world over and over again. In 22 locations, stores, and clubs which are simply different, have their own style, surprise everyone and are fun. Open the doors and check out the other experience!

From Germany comes this KEEP IT MINI. ORIGINAL MINI ZUBEHÖR. MINI Clubman Kalender 2008.  The calendar, measuring approximately 5″ long, has a pivot pin in the top-left corner on which the pages rotate.  Each month’s calendar page features a MINI Clubman accessory.

MINI USA’s ad agency Butler, Shine, Stern & Partners created an extensive series of print ads for the introduction of the MINI Clubman.  One of those was a five-page ad with three family portraits followed by a two-page spread with a Hot Chocolate MINI Clubman:

The first two print ads simply featured those words above the corresponding model.  Attached to the ad under “ZUG” is [...]]]> MINI USA heavily advertised the MINI Clubman when it launched in March 2008.  The advertising campaign by Butler, Shine, Stern & Partners introduced the terms “ZIG” (MINI Hardtop), “ZAG” (MINI Convertible), and “ZUG” (MINI Clubman).

The first two print ads simply featured those words above the corresponding model.  Attached to the ad under “ZUG” is a removable booklet on the MINI Clubman titled “The Book of ZUG”.

ZIG. ZAG. ZUG. [Version 1]

MINI Cooper (ZIG.) and MINI Cooper S (ZAG.) side-by-side above a detachable MINI Clubman brochure (ZUG.).  Version 1 can be found in these magazine issues:

• Anthem. No. 33. Masculine/Feminine 2008. (between pages 34 & 35)
• Automobile. Vol. 60, No. 3. March 2008. (between pages 92 & 93)
• Esquire. Vol. 149. No. 4. April 2008. (between pages 76 & 77)
• Motor Trend. March 2008. (between pages 124 & 125)

ZIG. ZAG. ZUG. [Version 2]

MINI Cooper (ZIG.) above a MINI Cooper S (ZAG.) above a detachable MINI Clubman brochure (ZUG.). Version 2 can be found in these magazine issues:

• Fader. 52. March 2008. (between pages 80 & 81)
• Spin. March 2008. (between pages 32 & 33)

In the first few years of the MINI in the US, MINI USA gave new owners the MINI UNWRAPPED CD with information about the vehicles.  In keeping with current technology, MINI USA now gives new owners a gift including a USB memory stick and a fold-out guide [...]]]>

In the first few years of the MINI in the US, MINI USA gave new owners the MINI UNWRAPPED CD with information about the vehicles.  In keeping with current technology, MINI USA now gives new owners a gift including a USB memory stick and a fold-out guide on THE IDIOSYNCRASIES OF YOUR NEW MINI [MODEL].

There are three different types: for the MINI Hardtop, MINI Convertible, or MINI Clubman which is the one shown here.

The 256 MB USB memory stick, black with a white MINI logo on one side, contains 33 short videos on “Things You Should Know About Your MINI”.  The same content can be found on the webpage About Your MINI Videos.

They have reviewed two MINI models: