Mini Cooper Classic Cars - First Generation (2001 - 2006) Prototype and concept cars Part 2

Mini Cooper Classic Cars - First Generation (2001 - 2006) Prototype and concept cars Part 2Picture Of Mini Cooper Classic CarsWith higher powered engines, the standard front wheel drive MINI tends to produce more wheel spin instead of more acceleration four wheel drive would be a natural solution to that problem. Getrag (who make the MINI's gearbox) demonstrated a four wheel drive version of the MINI in 2004.Picture Of Mini Cooper Classic CarsAt the Frankfurt Motor show in 2005, MINI revealed a retro version of the classic 'Mini Traveller' station wagon. Based on a stretched wheelbase with two side-hinged rear doors and separate rear seats...

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Mini Cooper Classic Cars - First Generation (2001 - 2006) Prototype and concept cars Part 1

Mini Cooper Classic Cars - First Generation (2001 - 2006) Prototype and concept cars Part 1Picture Of Mini Cooper Classic CarsBMW first showed the MINI as a concept car that looked very different from the production cars. It had circular headlamps, huge wheel flares and a much more rounded appearance overall compared to the production design.Picture Of Mini Cooper Classic CarsBefore the first sales of the 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 cars.Picture...

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Mini Cooper Classic Cars - First Generation (2001 - 2006) Mini Convertible

Mini Cooper Classic Cars - First Generation (2001 - 2006) Mini ConvertiblePicture Of Mini Cooper Classic CarsAt 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.Picture Of Mini Cooper Classic CarsThe 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...

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Mini Cooper Classic Cars - First Generation (2001 - 2006) Mini Hardtop The End Part

Mini Cooper Classic Cars - First Generation (2001 - 2006) Mini Hardtop The End PartPicture Of Mini Cooper Classic CarsThe 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 later 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.Picture Of Mini Cooper Classic CarsAs standard, the Mini had a drive by wire electronic throttle, electronic...

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Mini Cooper Classic Cars - First Generation (2001 - 2006) Mini Hardtop Part 3

Mini Cooper Classic Cars - First Generation (2001 - 2006) Mini Hardtop Part 3Picture Of Mini Cooper Classic CarsAll 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...

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Mini Cooper Classic Cars - First Generation (2001 - 2006) Mini Hardtop Part 2

Mini Cooper Classic Cars - First Generation (2001 - 2006) Mini Hardtop Part 2Picture Of Mini Cooper Classic CarsThe 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...

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