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Blue mover: Mini builds bonkers coupe

Mini has given its Cooper S the BMW X6 treatment and created its most bonkers car ever.

New bargain Mini

At last - a brand new Mini with a mini price. The Mini First is the cheapest model in its range but how much is it and can it compete with its rivals?

'Miss Englands' on the pull in London

A bunch of beauty contest finalists showed their drive to succeed by dragging a pink Mini convertible into London to raise money for charity.

Mayfair and Camden: Mini's new London thing

Mini has announced three new models at its 50th anniversary celebrations at Silverstone.

One thousand miles in a Mini Convertible

Want to know what the Mini Convertible is really like? We’ve just taken an epic road trip in the new model and left no stone unturned.

850 jobs at Mini to be axed

The car industry was dealt another hammer blow when Mini announced 850 job losses in the face of plunging sales, prompting anger from workers and fresh calls for Government action.

Geneva debut for Mini John Cooper Works Convertible

The Mini John Cooper Works Convertible will make its debut at next month’s Geneva Motor Show.

First details of 2009 Mini Convertible released

The first details of a new, greener Mini Convertible have been released ahead of the cabriolet’s launch next year.

Mini rated Britain's best depreciation buster

The UK’s slowest depreciating cars for 2008 have been named with the diesel-powered Mini topping the list for the second year running.

Mini sparks all-electric model

This is the Mini E – an electric version of the Mini Cooper which will make its global debut at next month’s Los Angeles Motor Show.

Stunning Mini Crossover Concept 4x4

Mini has unveiled the stunning Mini Crossover Concept 4x4, which will debut at the 2008 Paris Motor Show.

Mini rickshaw revealed!

There are plenty of rumours about a 4x4 Mini derivative, but we hadn't heard about this Mini rickshaw, which has been spotted pounding the streets of Beijing since the Olympics kicked-off.

Focus scoops What Car? Green Award

What Car? has named the Ford Focus as Green Car of the Year in first-ever What Car? Green Awards.

Win a Mini Clubman for a week!

Auto Trader will be taking delivery of a new Mini Clubman – and we need your help speccing it out. And to say thanks, you could win it for a week.

The Italian Job's Mini Cooper S named best film car

The Mini Cooper which played a starring role in the classic crime caper The Italian Job has been named best movie car of all time.

Mini cleanest in the UK

Mini is the cleanest car company in the UK – ahead of Fiat, Peugeot and Toyota - and has slashed its carbon emissions across all models.

Mini and Fiat 500 'Woody' to hit Geneva

Italian designers will cause a stir at the Geneva motor show with this – the Mini Woody Passion Kit and the Fiat 500 WoodyWagon.

Massive power for MINI John Cooper Works

Get ready for a hot summer as Mini launch John Cooper Works versions of the Cooper S and Clubman S, with racing car levels of power.

New Mini Clubman sold out

BMW’s Mini Clubman has sold out in its first month – with more than 3,000 orders placed in November.

Audi's A1 supermini concept breaks cover

The first pictures of Audi's A1 supermini concept car are here - a little ahead of schedule.

Mean race-bred Mini revealed

Mini has revealed details of its hottest Cooper model yet - and Auto Trader has the first pictures.

Mini’s ‘new-age traveller’ revealed

Mini has finally revealed official details of its retro Clubman model and Auto Trader has the pictures.

Awesome souped-up Mini Cooper S

The awesome Mini Cooper S has undergone a major makeover by a German modifier and we've got the first pictures.

One millionth new Mini built

The one millionth new-style Mini has rolled off its production line in Oxford. The landmark car is a sporty Cooper S.

First ever diesel Mini Cooper

Mini has announced its legendary Cooper will be powered by a diesel engine for the first time. The supermini will be capable of 64mpg.

New Mini majors on subtle changes

BMW has announced details of its hotly-anticipated new Mini Cooper and supercharged Cooper S.

It’s a Mini miracle for owners

Its official: Mini outperforms Porsche. Over three years, the Mini One retains 66 per cent of its original value. The supermini outperforms both the Porsche Boxster and Honda Jazz which retain just 62 per cent.

Mini spices up options packs

Mini is revising its option packs from the beginning of December. Salt, Pepper and Chili will all feature an on-board computer that would normally cost £100.

Flasher Mini from September

The Mini gains more convenience and security features from this autumn.

BMW to up MINI production

BMW is to increase MINI production at its plant in Cowley, Oxford over the next few years.

More goodies for MINI

Meanwhile, at the other end of the BMW range, the extensive list of options and accessories for the MINI has got even longer.

Meet the Mini drop-top

The new Mini convertible, unveiled today, will use a fabric roof when it goes on sale this June.

Mini takes manufacturer award

Autocar has named Mini as Car Manufacturer of the Year.

Sneak preview of Mini Cooper S GP

Mini has given a sneak preview of its new lightweight Cooper S GP, which will arrive next year with an estimated price tag of £22,000.

Japanese motoring, UK style

This Tokyo Motor Show Mini Traveller concept is designed to provide hints for next year's new Mini, as well as show 'Japanese appreciation for all things British'.

Mighty Mini costs less

The powerful John Cooper Works tuning package for the Mini Cooper S is now available as a cheaper, better-equipped factory-fit option.

Minis stand out from crowd

If you want a Mini that stands out from the crowd, there are three new editions with unique paint finishes, upholstery, interior trim and alloy wheels.

Power boost for diesel Mini

The diesel Mini will get a power boost this September and, like the rest of the range, will also get more equipment and become more expensive.

Mini values may slip

Mini residual values could slip later this year as more and more used examples reach the market.

Give Mini TLC for longer

Mini's money-saving TLC servicing package will be available for up to eight years and 80,000 miles from January 1, 2005.

Join the queue for new Minis

Mini buyers face longer waiting lists because demand is continuing to outstrip supply.

New servicing deal for Mini

Mini is preparing a top-up' servicing package to offer customers when their five-year fixed maintenance deals run out.

Cooper S gets auto 'box

For the first time, the Mini Cooper S hatchback and convertible will be offered with an automatic gearbox.

Boost for music-mad Mini drivers

Music-mad Mini owners have the option of a new high-power stereo system for their cars.

Mini Convertible prices released

The new Mini Convertible carries a £2920 premium over the hard-top with prices starting at £13,325 for a 90bhp One, BMW announced today.

Mini gets a new face

The Mini range has been given a mild makeover, with more power for the Cooper S and average price increases of 2.5%.

Cooper S Works gets faster

Performance-hungry Mini owners can now buy even more powerful tuning kits from John Cooper Works.