MINI is a brand that nearly every driver knows. The unique styling helps these models stand out. For more performance, consider a John Cooper Works model. Is a MINI JCW Hardtop worth it though?
Although the R50 Mini Cooper has some noteworthy problems, a manual 2005-2006 example with documented cooling, radiator, and power steering pump work can be reliable.
To honor its historic 1964 Monte Carlo Rally win, Mini released 1000 examples of the Cooper S MC40 in 2004. And one is up for auction on Bring a Trailer.
It has limited cargo space, a stiff ride, and some inevitable body shake, but for some, the stylish, spirited, open-top 2022 Mini Cooper S Convertible experience is worth it.
John Cooper helped turn the original Mini from a reasonably-fun city car into a rally-winning hot hatch. And one of the hottest early variants, a 1967 Austin Mini Cooper S Mk I, is up for sale for a low price on Bring a Trailer.
North Vancouver, British Columbia-based Spectre Vehicle Design has taken a classic Mini Cooper and turned it into a K20-powered, 230-hp, mid-engine RWD restomod. And along the way, it gained a Japanese-inspired luxury interior and custom suspension.
David Brown Automotive's Mini Remastered builds start at six-figure prices. But the classic Mini Cooper restomods offer modern tech, better build quality, and in the Oselli Edition's case, significantly more performance.
The 2021 Mini Cooper is fun to drive and has a distinctive design. There are other subcompact cars out there that are also fun to drive, and one is the 2021 Chevy Bolt. Would buying the Chevy Bolt instead of the Mini Cooper be a huge mistake?
The 2021 Mini Cooper Countryman has a reputation that precedes it, and while it is cute and fun, its playful nature leads to engaging driving dynamics.
When it comes to reliability, Mini Coopers don’t necessarily have the best reputation. Which, if you’re thinking of buying a used Mini, is understandably an important concern. However, with some careful digging, finding a reliable used Mini Cooper is possible. A guide to used Mini Cooper models Although classic Minis are still plentiful, this guide …
Yesterday an old dump truck shoved a Mini up one of the Gardiner Expressway on-ramps in Toronto, Canada. Sideways. This went on for almost half-a-mile. The woman driving the Mini had no idea what or why it happened. Today we know more. Both TV and newspapers have since interviewed the woman driving the Mini. She …
Hatchbacks like the Mini Cooper don’t usually have a good reputation for being fast or powerful cars. That’s where the hot hatch segment comes in, and as far as high-performance hatchbacks go, the Mini Cooper is actually at the top. Here’s a look at how the 2021 Mini Cooper JCW GP is one of the …
Mini Coopers are a surprisingly sporty and versatile car that seems to be underrated by most extents. As far as rally cars and sports cars, these spunky cars have a lot to offer, and in most places, they aren’t all that common. These cute and capable compact cars are getting a leg up, with the …
It’s time for an upgrade to some of the Mini Cooper models, but this will be the first time three models will be heavily upgraded simultaneously. If you aren’t a Mini Cooper fan, you may not have even realized that there were three variations of the car to modify, but there are actually five models …
Now that electric vehicles are filling up the market, prices for some of them are becoming more affordable. But people aren’t always interested in saving money on fuel. Some like having the speed to get around. Well, the Mini Electric Hardtop helps bridge that gap. U.S. News named this Mini as one of the speediest …