2011 MINI Concept Geneva Rocketman Live Pics

The star of the stand Mini, she is the Rocketman Concept. This small prototype of just 3.419 m long inspired the first Mini, released in 1959, but by giving it a modern spirit. Modular interior space 2 to 4 passengers, double-hinged doors for maximum opening or roof glass with stylized Union Jack, the concept is definitely Rocketman 'funny'. The dashboard has been oriented towards the driver and simplified around 2 dials: the instrumentation at the driver and the color navigation screen in the center console. Hint: a luggage rack is deployed at the rear, outside the vehicle when the Rocketman Aboard 4 persons.

2012 Mini Rocketman concept in video review

Mini will present his concept at Geneva Rocketman whose philosophy could be summed up in two words: Mini true. Understand by this that the dimensions of the Rocketman is reduced to the essential to match really for street use, a place where what is most lacking is obviously space. To help us discover Rocketman, Mini has produced two videos here.

Rocketman is presented as a homecoming, an ode to the original Mini of Alec Issigonis. Reduced to 3.42 m long, with a spacious design mainly consists of strong, lightweight composite materials, so for this city maximizes the ratio of outer space / inner space. That is the original concept.

To help us realize the work, here are several small video clips that are better than words and pictures as possible to explain Rocketman.

Even smaller than Mini: The short version Mini Rocketman Concept Full Photos

Mini is big with small cars. The sedan is just 3.72 meters length with the dwarves. But now, suggests a study points to an even shrunken version. The Rocketman is equal to 3.42 meters by 30 centimeters shorter and thus about the size of a Toyota Aygo - smaller then only the Smart and the Toyota iQ. The study is at the Geneva Motor Show show for the first time.

About as small as the classic Mini
The Rocketman ties in its external dimensions to the classic Mini, which was built from 1959 to 2000 and from 3.05 to 3.40 meters in length. The small dimensions make the park complete Rocketman still more compatible than the Mini sedan. Thus, the practicality is preserved, the manufacturer has come up with good stuff. It starts with getting in and out: The study has as the mini sedan only three doors. This swivel rocker, including opening to the outside. Also facilitate double hinges getting into tight parking spaces.

Luggage tray
Also for the trunk is a separate issue: the lower half of the split tailgate drives like a drawer of 35 cm, while the top as usual swings up. A valve mechanism allows the drawer depending on the load demand, both for above and to the passenger compartment to be closed down. If required, a through loading into the passenger compartment is possible. In addition, the loading using inserts serve as a rear carrier for snowboards and the like. The opening to the top flap can also be opened when the rear carrier is fitted.

MINI Countryman on Times Square Billboards

All the latest advertising campaign used MINI car itself as an integral part of any advertising structure. At this time the car MINI Countryman life-size (and its size allows it) placed in the heart of New York's Times Square on a huge billboard. On such a huge advertising structure "mini" form MINI Countryman look even more attractive. And he ad story shows the advantages of a small, but 4-door and full of drive MINI Countryman on the winter road.

Spyshots: Mini Roadster ready soon - Convertible Mini

Mini awash always projects. The newly confirmed Paceman good for production, but we must also address the Roadster and Coupe versions due to join a range already well supplied. For the last mentioned, the official presentation is only a matter of months and the final model has just been surprised in the street under a camouflage too flashy to be honest.

What better way to attract attention to a car than to stick big yellow neon tribal patterns purpose of camouflage. Hard to miss the car and masked when passing in the street! A camouflage that does not even watch his lines, apparently quite close to that of the coupe concept shown at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2009. Note the appearance of a kind of retractable spoiler that was not present on the concept.

Commercial Ad Mini Countryman Super Bowl 2011

During the superbowl, 2011, Mini spent a rather nice pub for its new Mini Countryman, so the cave in the wheel of fortune or should cram as many objects as possible in the trunk of the countryman

MINI Cooper S JCW by CoverEFX (252 hp)

The "world famous" German wrapper / tuner CoverEFX has completely let go in the cultivation of a Cooper S JCW. Thus, the car features a wrap that must resemble leather and then have them thousands of gold emblems pasted ). Of course, the technique is not forgotten. Extra power is always welcome.

The beetle 1.6 turbo under the hood from now pushes 252 horsepower and 350 Nm,. This is possible thanks to a 2.5 inch wide with a Milltek exhaust downpipe, sports catalyst and a sport air filter. Of course the software underway. If you do not have to gehoefte 252 horsepower is also a package with 236 horsepower available.

MINI officially announces Cooper SD

Here's "the monster", equipped with a 2.0 diesel engine new invoice (note that the block is not taken from BMW 2.0 diesel, as rumored in principle, but an evolution of 1.6 co-developed with PSA). Give power to 143 hp tractor scheme (4,000 laps) while maximum torque of 305 Nm available between 1,750 and 2700 rpm. According MINI "forcefully accelerated to very high revolcuiones.
Within the technical aspects of the engine features an aluminum housing, injection system common rail high pressure (1,600 bar) and variable geometry turbo. The exhaust system has a particulate filter and also has Stop & Start technology.spy

It can really: 26 people in a Mini Cooper Video - Guinness World Records

Slim and lithe women in tight white packages in the most impossible positions. That sounds good right?

Mini Cooper accommodate four passengers, but why not try to squeeze in another 26 people, or 6.5 times more. Personally, I had to see it to believe, but it can really.

The rear seat was not even folded. Doors, tailgate and sunroof of the Mini will be closed while 26 individuals in a rather uncomfortable position trying to establish a record. Just like 19 girls in a Smart Fortwo, which makes this good for a Guinness World Records listing.

Concept MINI Paceman does not feel the lack of attention in Detroit

As planned, the original concept MINI Paceman reached North America. Under the hood was Paceman 1.6-liter four-cylinder version of the twin-scroll turbocharged from the John Cooper Works, capable of 211 hp and 280 Nm of torque, complete with function Overboost.

Wheel drive - MINI ALL4, but there are other concepts. With regard to the suspension, the front is a MacPherson, and the rear multi-link.

According to the company's first Sports Activity Coupe in the premium class. The car was very bold and distinctive design, with large headlights and chrome, it is interesting and a hood with a nice grille. Established concept in the 19-inch wheels.

Interior MINI Paceman relies on the traditional values of the company, but added new elements, including the sophisticated center console and ergonomic armrests.

The Mini Countryman in a giant snow globe

mini countryman in snow globe

mini countryman in snow globe

mini countryman in snow globe

mini countryman in snow globe

mini countryman in snow globe

mini countryman in snow globe

In New York, MINI celebrated the holiday of the year in an original way with the Countryman.

MINI USA celebrates in its own way the holiday of the year overseas. To prepare for the arrival on the market for great MINI, the manufacturer has installed the Countryman in a giant snow globe in the middle of New York. Located just outside the Macy's on 34th street, the snow globe is the attraction.

MINI USA also launched a big contest Images of Christmas and offers paper for wrapping gifts with, as a reason, its range of cars.

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Warning, here comes the Paceman! 2011 Mini Concept Paceman Detroit Auto Show 2011

 2011 Mini Concept Paceman

 2011 Mini Concept Paceman

 2011 Mini Concept Paceman

 2011 Mini Concept Paceman

 2011 Mini Concept Paceman

Warning, here comes the Paceman! The concept car is minis and most recently, unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show 2011 Premiere. autobild.de is the cool slide has ever looked up close. Cooler Type: The Paceman is a three-door SUV-coupe based on the Countryman. The muscular appearance should give the Paceman a decidedly masculine look. Who in your mind just on a spending spree with full throttle on Christmas fast approaching, the mind has to slow down at the sight of this little Mini Concept. For as many gifts apply to this vehicle: Beauty is often quite unreasonable. The good thing about Paceman obvious. He proudly stands on huge aluminum wheels with only 4.11 meters in length.
Unlike the technology donor Countryman here is the roof line down gently, it looks pretty dynamically. Large chrome-ringed headlights, the rich side far into the fenders emphasize, along with the strikingly styled cover the sporty touch. When Concept Paceman the grille is very similar to that of the Cooper S Countryman. The horizontal and flat to the rear roof line flows running in the back area on a transparent effect wide C-pillar. The window area is like a band around the entire vehicle and gives the impression of a floating roof. "

 2011 Mini Concept Paceman

 2011 Mini Concept Paceman

 2011 Mini Concept Paceman

Spied : MINI Countryman Cooper S Diesel 2011 has the same label SD

A few months ago appeared the first batch of spy photos MINI Cooper S Diesel, and now, as it were to happen, caught MINI Countryman Cooper S Diesel.

On the body MINI Countryman Cooper S Diesel 2011 has the same label «SD», as in his congregation, which may indicate that some features of the models will be identical.

But seen spy photo prototype is not a sport version, since it is not noticeable presence of the double twin exhaust pipes at the center of the body novelties.

Under the hood of this option is certainly available 1.6-liter diesel engine with capacity of around 140 hp (104 kW), which eventually will become the top of the range of diesel units. Perhaps for the same power, the company's engineers have also added a new option and sports suspension.

Mini Countryman - and why not pick-up version

Mini Countryman Pick up

Since the takeover by BMW, Mini has continued to develop up to present a complete product line. The last member of this series is obviously the Countryman, pending a three-door version also scheduled according to the latest rumors. And why not a version of pick-up?
It still Theophilius Chin who is behind this curious proposal graphics. The car is a Mini Countryman with a rear portion removed in favor of a small bucket, so Hummer reduction. The result is quite surprising, but not completely fanciful when you consider the image of Mini, known for his eccentricity. Then the Countryman pickup, better than the concept Beachcromber?

Mini Countryman Pick up

MINI Clubman special edition Soho

Until February, MINI offers Britain a special edition called Soho. Available initially on One Clubman, it is accessible to the entire range of the small English car. This special edition includes a unique body color metallic silver, which contrasts with rims 5 spoke polished black. The interior is adorned also black, with a leather 3-spoke steering wheel. Soho The Clubman also adopts bi-xenon headlights. Available from 16,255 pounds (18,500 euros) for the MINI One Clubman, the Soho also offers free insurance when you order before December 31.