Mini mad couple wed in overalls

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A bride from Plymouth has surprised her Mini-mad partner by getting married in overalls and making a cheeky video featuring his loving Mini.

Corbeau Seats partners Harris & Co. in BHRC

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The St Leonards-on-Sea based operation has agreed to supply two custom made Corbeau race seats along with fitted Luke Harnesses in the Harris & Co 1963 Mini Cooper S entry in the 2016 MSA British Historic Rally Championship.

First UK-organised Japan rally announced

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  • Announcing the 2017 Samurai Challenge - the first competitive UK-organised rally ever to visit Japan
  • Paris-Vienna free entry competition concludes this weekend with a prize draw at the London Classic Car Show
  • Peter Rushforth appointed Clerk of the Course for the Haka Classic Rally in New Zealand
Vintage and classic rally organiser Rally Round is accelerating into the future with another pioneering driving adventure - the first competitive UK-organised rally ever to visit Japan. 

Footman James wins Customer Service award

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One of the UK’s leading specialist insurance brokers has been recognised for consistent high scores in customer service over the course of 2015.

Feefo has awarded Footman James with the Gold Trusted Merchant Accreditation.

UK gets Limited Edition MINI Convertible

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• MINI UK launches limited edition MINI Convertible, MINI Open 150 Edition 
• Only 150 models available 
• Exclusive leather upholstery and paint combination, exclusive dash plaque 
• Chili Pack and Media Pack including LED headlights and satellite navigation offered as standard 
• MINI Rain Warner function available as standard 
• Available to order from March 2016 
 
To celebrate the upcoming launch of the new MINI Convertible, MINI has unveiled a limited edition model, MINI Open 150 Convertible Edition.

MINI Convertible details and UK pricing

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  • New MINI Convertible more dynamic, stylish, practical and refined than ever before
  • Four-car line-up: MINI Cooper Convertible, MINI Cooper D Convertible, MINI Cooper S Convertible, MINI John Cooper Works Convertible
  • On sale March 2016, priced from £18,475 OTR
  • New fully electric roof that’s quieter and more refined. Retracts fully in 18 seconds
  • Boot volume increased by 25 per cent against the outgoing model and greater space for rear seat passengers
  • Exceptionally high levels of standard equipment: MINI Visual Boost Radio, MINI Connected, Bluetooth, Rear Parking Distance Control and Rear Reversing Camera
  • Industry-first personalisation options include new MINI Yours Union Jack woven fabric roof
  • 29,415 previous MINI Convertible models sold from 2011-2015, making it the best-selling convertible in the UK
The reinvention of the MINI brand continues apace with the launch of the all-new MINI Convertible. With major refinements against its predecessor, the car features a striking new design and significant enhancements to make open-topped MINI motoring even more dynamic, stylish and practical.

On sale in the UK from March 2016, it follows hugely successful model launches in 2004 and 2009. Since 2011 until 2015, 29,415 MINI Convertible models have been sold in the UK making it the best-selling convertible in the country.

MINI USA water pump lawsuit delayed

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A federal judge in California has delayed the preliminary approval for a proposed settlement between BMW North America and MINI Cooper owners who suffered from defective water pumps.

Ripon Racecourse swaps horses for classic cars!

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If the idea of a bank holiday weekend spent admiring beautiful classic cars in stunning surroundings sets your pulse racing, then Ripon Race Course on Sunday 1st May is the place to be. 

MINI upgrades Hatch standard equipment and adds two more option packs

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MINI has today announced a number enhancements for the standard specification on MINI Hatch models and the introduction of new personalisation options available exclusively for UK drivers.

‘Mini’ restoration set to shine at the NEC Restoration Show

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Lancaster Insurance, headline sponsor of the Lancaster Insurance Pride of Ownership display, will be shining a spotlight on its own restoration project at this year’s Practical Classics Restoration & Classic Car Show. Taking pride of place on the insurer’s stand (9 - 245), the 1969 Morris Mini Super Deluxe named Margo, will be auctioned following her restoration at the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show 2016 in aid of Prostate Cancer UK.

MINI Challenge 2016 to feature on Channel 4

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TV
MINI Challenge has announced that this season it will be working with Hayfisher, the Premier Motorsport TV Production house for TV Coverage, with at least four rounds of the MINI CHALLENGE to be shown Channel 4 in a dedicated 30 minute programme, whilst retaining full coverage on Motors TV with dedicated 1 hour programmes for all classes.

Free tickets to London Classic Car Show

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WIN
The 2nd London Classic Car Show is coming up this weekend and we need someone to attend and take some photos and tell us what it's all about. 

Two tickets are up for grabs, for you and a mate - so if you're not busy this weekend, why not go and check out some stunning classic cars for free. 

Email:  editor@love-mini.co.uk

Get dressed up for London Classic Car Show

14:30

Mini skirts and Mini Coopers were made for each other… so the organisers of the London Classic Car Show (18-21 February) are asking people to really get in the spirit of the event by wearing vintage clothing when they visit.

MINI: Nominate someone who Defies Labels

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Punk. Nerd.  Democrat.  Republican.  Young.  Old.  As a society, we sometimes tend to put people in boxes and narrow an individual’s character to a single label – especially if they are different from us.  MINI USA understands that there is more to each person and recognizes that it is often the originals and mavericks who demonstrate resiliency, authenticity and courage. That’s why MINI is introducing the #DefyLabels Contest to identify and reward exceptional people in local communities who have proven that they can defy labels and define themselves.

Prince of Wales MINI Clubman made in Milan

10:45

Dealership MINI Milan has decided to enhance the DNA of the new MINI Clubman with a unique specimen "tailor made", customized stitched on by Garage Italian Customs body, as shown off on Saturday, February 6, during the open weekend MINI Clubman, at the new BMW Milano City Sales Outlet.

DiRT Rally to feature classic Minis

12:45

Console gamers are in for a treat this Easter when Codemasters releases its latest console version of its highly successful DiRT series - DiRT Rally - with additional cars including Classic Rallycross Minis.  

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Mini Se7en Racing Club 2015 Season Review

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The 2015 Mini 7 Racing Club Season Review newsletter is out now.

Inside you'll find the final two race reports of the 2015 season, including a special trip overseas to Zandvoort in Holland.

There's also an excellent season review, penned by the amazing Richard Williamson, highlighting the thrills and spills of season in both the Mini Se7ens and Mini Miglias.

Recently there has been the annual awards ceremony for club members who all turned out very smartly (with no greasy oil marks to be seen) to receive a host of trophies to the many winners of the championship.

You can also find a full list of 2016's dates to book in to your diary.


DOWNLOAD THE NEWSLETTER HERE

MINI releases 30-sec ad for Superbowl

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As more than 100 million viewers around the world prepare to tune into the big game on February 7, MINI USA is unveiling its star-studded 30-second spot today, set to air in the third quarter of the year’s biggest night in television advertising.

DVLA taken to court for selling YOUR personal details to parking firms

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Have you been hit with a parking fine from a private company? Ever wondered where they got your address details from? Well, if the company is a registered parking operator they can apply to the DVLA for your details after paying a fee. The DVLA has made more than £22 million in the past five years selling your private details to parking firms!

But hold a minute....   Doesn't that contravene Data Protection and European Human Rights laws? 

Well, that is the case Challenge the Fine is putting across to the courts, challenging the authority and legality of the DVLA to distribute car owners' personal details - and it all kicks off very soon!


 
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