There are certain cars that always manage to inspire a kind of cult devotion, regardless of how they may change or alter over the years. Owners may change, manufacturing may change location, but the basic principles and style of the car largely remain. A particular car that springs to mind when imagining this kind of ceaseless popularity would be the MINI. Ever since the company were taken over by BMW, many purists of the original MINI have turned their noses up and have ceased their affection for this wonderful little car. I, however, would not consider myself one of this contingent.
The car that gave birth to the term ‘supermini’ (now common parlance to describe a small hatchback) has developed and evolved far beyond the humble beginnings it once enjoyed. It has now become more of a fashion item or status symbol. If you own a MINI you are considered to be a man or woman of class and style. Continue reading ‘Used MINI – A New Look For a Cult Car’ »