MINI Resale Still Strong

MSN Autos has named the MINI the best new model in terms of value retention. It’s an incredible feat considering the times but according to MSN the MINI retains 67% of it’s...

MotoringBadge’s Hit the 10,000 Mark

A few years ago we had this little idea at MF. Why not take MINI’s OEM badge holder and make round magnetic badges that fit it. They could be cheap and easily...

Ask MF: Mud Flaps for the R53?

This latest Ask MF comes from Larry Watson who writes: >This question/comment has probably been asked many times in the past. I recently purchased a 2004 Mini S and have attempted to...

MINI Convertible Press Introduction Video Now Online

[pictobrowser motoringfile 72157614372497393] The online press introduction of the MINI Convertible is now online for all to enjoy. There are nine video parts to the event including a Q&A with MINI USA...

First Look: New Clubman Rear Spoiler

For all you R55 owners and fans out there MINI has a notable new accessory available this spring. MINI has added a new spoiler to the accessory line-up that was designed from...

MF Exclusive: Evolution of the R55 Clubman

Awhile back we had a chance to sit in on a presentation by Clubman designer (and head of MINI exterior design) Marcus Syring. Mr. Syring shared with us a brief history of...

DW TV Takes Look at the MINI at 50

DW TV recently created a feature on the 50th anniversary of the Mini that looks back on the car, the culture and racing successes through the years.

Ask MF: R53, R56, R60 – What Does it Mean?

We’re reposting this Ask MF originally from last year due to a number of similar questions we’ve gotten over the last few weeks. This week’s “Ask MotoringFile” comes from Dave M and...

MINI E in the Berlin Field Trial (Video)

With the MINI USA about to launch the MINI E program, MINI of Germany has teamed up with a German power company to lease out 50 of the cars in Berlin.

DIY Friday: Official JCW Brake Duct Retrofit

One of the most sought after features by many of us who take our MINIs to the track are working brake cooling ducts. As most trackday junkies know, one of the first...