BMW to make larger 4door Mini

mPlasticDesign · 01-22-2010, 02:51 PM

Most already know about the Countryman, but I thought I would post some pics + article about the new Mini slated to boost Mini sales with a 4 door option. Thoughts?

C&D Jan 20, 2010
http://www.roadandtrack.com/future-c...ini-countryman

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cap_freez · 01-22-2010, 03:07 PM

I think it's pretty cool. Still pretty compact but it's keeping the mini look with an extra dose of practicality and 4 wheel drive for winter. I think they have a winner. But is it going to be worth the extra $$$ you'll pay for the mini badge?

r53s65e90 · 01-22-2010, 04:00 PM

I love MINIs. They are tons of fun, especially on the track.

I have always dreamed about my R53 with 4wd and ~300hp. Now it seems that they have the parts to do something like this: JCW 4x4 on a standard MINI Cooper 2d body. I would buy it instantly.

duk · 01-22-2010, 04:13 PM

supersized mini?

frenchM3dreamer · 01-22-2010, 05:05 PM

i think they had a Mini Coupe Concept lately (at least in Europe...) i think it looked better than this and would definitely be on my list if i ever go back home...

southlight · 01-22-2010, 05:18 PM

Here's the official thread with lots of information and pictures: http://www.miniforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=670

Best regards,
south

Spec 1 · 01-22-2010, 05:59 PM

I dig it. I love the headlights & new grille, and AWD is an excllent addition.

PDWebb · 01-23-2010, 12:39 PM

The AWD is a big plus for me.

bavarian19 · 01-25-2010, 10:47 AM

oh boy....

Garduna · 01-26-2010, 02:16 AM

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Originally Posted by duk

supersized mini?

That's what I thought haha. TBH, they have a good market for it. A lot of ppl like Minis, it'll be a SUV /w 4wd and you'l finally be able to have 4 grown individuals in it, comfortably that is

BK · 01-26-2010, 11:30 AM

Thumbs down from me for the Mini SUV. Mini should be miniature. Attractive car, but hurts the brand IMO.

graider · 01-26-2010, 11:49 AM

i have never like any version of mini, not sure why

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cap_freez Lead, follow, or get the hell out of my way 35 Rep 429 Posts Drives: 2010 X3, 2013 RS5 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Montréal, oh Canada iTrader: (0)	I think it's pretty cool. Still pretty compact but it's keeping the mini look with an extra dose of practicality and 4 wheel drive for winter. I think they have a winner. But is it going to be worth the extra $$$ you'll pay for the mini badge?
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southlight Moderator / European Editor 1590 Rep 6,752 Posts Drives: X3M Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	Here's the official thread with lots of information and pictures: http://www.miniforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=670 Best regards, south __________________ Those forums...WHY NOT? JOIN THE 6MT CLUB GROUP
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