Mini Magazine February 2021

Welcome to the first issue of Mini Magazine for 2021. It looks like it's going to be an exciting year, regardless of what Mother Nature decides to throw at us. This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the Mini Cooper, and you don't need to be told how different things would have been if John Cooper hadn't been as determined to turn transport for the midwife into a winner on the racetrack. We have some very special cars lined up for the coming months to mark the occassion, and we can't wait to see what the clubs have planned for this year. We also celebrate something of a milestone this year - with the June Issue we will be 25 years old. I was lucky enough to work on the very first…

Welcome to the first issue of Mini Magazine for 2021. It looks like it's going to be an exciting year, regardless of what Mother Nature decides to throw at us. This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the Mini Cooper, and you don't need to be told how different things would have been if John Cooper hadn't been as determined to turn transport for the midwife into a winner on the racetrack. We have some very special cars lined up for the coming months to mark the occassion, and we can't wait to see what the clubs have planned for this year. We also celebrate something of a milestone this year - with the June Issue we will be 25 years old. I was lucky enough to work on the…

In the world of classic cars, there’s a direct correlation between the remaining number of any particular model and its value. The fewer the survivors, the higher the price. Thanks to the numbers produced, this phenomenon didn’t used to trouble Mini owners too much. But in recent years, this situation has changed quite drastically, particularly in relation to early cars and special models. And as numbers continue to fall, and values rocket, for the first time it actually makes financial sense to repatriate cars from around the globe – whether these are original home market cars, export models, or even locally built vehicles from the days of BMC satellite factories. Buying a Mini on the other side of the planet is never going to be a cheap option, but it has some…

Despite our best efforts, we’ve not managed to find anyone who remembers Mike’s Austin Seven before it was shipped off to the United States in 1981. We accept that this is a long time ago, but it was restored to such a high standard, it must have been someone’s pride and joy. There’s also the distinct possibility that the person who owned it, or their friends and family members, may be older and so not so familiar with social media. If you have any information, we’d love to hear from you. Email us at gerard.hughes@kelsey.co.uk or simply drop us a message through our Facebook page.…

In the world of classic cars, there’s a direct correlation between the remaining number of any particular model and its value. The fewer the survivors, the higher the price. Thanks to the numbers produced, this phenomenon didn’t used to trouble Mini owners too much. But in recent years, this situation has changed quite drastically, particularly in relation to early cars and special models. And as numbers continue to fall, and values rocket, for the first time it actually makes financial sense to repatriate cars from around the globe – whether these are original home market cars, export models, or even locally built vehicles from the days of BMC satellite factories. Buying a Mini on the other side of the planet is never going to be a cheap option, but it…

Since its production, the Mini has been renowned as one of motorsport’s leading racing marques. The Fastest Mini in the World Race™, which will take place at the Mini Festival Brands Hatch on the 22 August, celebrates this accolade by inviting drivers with highly developed racing Minis to compete for the title. The race is becoming increasingly popular with over 9,000 signed up Mini racers and enthusiasts across social media. For 2021, Castrol Classic Oils will be the lead sponsor for the Fastest Mini in the World Race. Martin Bentley of Castrol Classic Oils says “We’re delighted and excited to confirm our involvement with this prestigious event. Our longstanding association with the Mini marque, that includes development and success in motorsport, underlines our continued enthusiasm to maximise competitor and spectator enjoyment.” The…