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MINI United: JCW World Championship 50 Debuts (w/Full Gallery)

MotoringFile Sections: JCW WC50, MINI United May 22nd, 2009 42 Comments

JCW F1

Directly across from the White Roof Radio/MF tent is the only MINI available in flat BRG, the MINI F1.

We have found out that only 250 will be produced world-wide. We have heard that MINIUSA is working on getting an allotment of these MINIs in the states, but nothing definite is planned at this time.

For now, enjoy the photos, specs after the jump. continued →

MINI United: The Gates are Open!

MotoringFile Sections: MINI United May 22nd, 2009 8 Comments

The gates just opened! Watch for updates throughout the day.

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MINI United: We’re Here!

MotoringFile Sections: MINI United, Podcast May 21st, 2009 1 Comment

50year3We are in England! MINI United starts in just a few hours, but Todd ran into good friend of the show Bruce Nelson (aka professorzoom) in Chicago and he took a few minutes to talk to them.

There are already a few photos on my flickr and even more coming tomorrow!

WRR @ MINI United :

Download | 3:08 WRR @ iTunes

MINI United – What Will it Bring?

MotoringFile Sections: 50th Anniversary, JCW WC50, MINI United May 21st, 2009 11 Comments

We’re just hours away from MINI United 2009 and the official kick-off of MINI’s 50th birthday party. So what will this weekend bring? From what we’ve heard we’ll be seeing the ultra limited edition MINI JCW F1 (reported on several times over the last month), and the more widely available Camden and Mayfair editions. In case you forgot or missed the news, here’s what each of these special editions will bring:

  • F1: Unique non-metallic British racing green, dark JCW wheels, JCW aerokit, interior badges, etc and rumored to only be available in the UK
  • Mayfair: Hot Chocolate body color with unique wheels, interior trim and badges – available in most markets
  • Camden: Silver White (R52 Sidewalk color) with unique wheels, interior trim and badges – available in most markets

So our question to you; what else will we see? Or to put it another way, what would you like to see as a surprise debut at MINI United this weekend?

Look for our coverage to commence Friday when Todd and DB interview the likes of Mike Cooper, Gert Hildebrand and Rauno Aaltonen along with some other surprises.

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MotoringFile and WRR at MINI United 2009

MotoringFile Sections: MINI United May 18th, 2009 1 Comment

50year3It’s confirmed! White Roof Radio and Motoringfile will be represented at MINI United 2009, happening Memorial Day Weekend at Silverstone Raceway in England.

For those of you that aren’t able to make it, not to worry. You’ll be able to play along with the MINI United Home Game right here! As we have in the past, Todd and I will be capturing as much as we can via photos, audio and video and all of that will end up right here as well as Whiteroofradio.com.

The best way to keep up with the action is to subscribe to WRR in iTunes, follow along at Facebook or follow the WRR Twitter Machine.

Coverage will be begin Thursday, May 21st. Stay Tuned!

MINI Returns to Its Roots at MINI United

MotoringFile Sections: MINI United, Official News Apr 25th, 2009 9 Comments

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Official Release: In celebration of the 50th anniversary of MINI, tens of thousands of MINI enthusiasts and their cool cars will descend upon the legendary Silverstone Circuit in the United Kingdom from May 22nd – 24th for MINI UNITED 2009.

Located about 80 miles northwest of London and just over 30 miles from MINI’s birthplace in Oxford, the Silverstone Circuit will play host to the third edition of the world’s largest MINI fan event, previously held in Misano, Italy in 2005, and Zandvoort, Netherlands in 2007. continued →

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Paul Weller to headline MINI United 2009

MotoringFile Sections: 50th Anniversary, MINI United Apr 2nd, 2009 6 Comments

British music icon Paul Weller will top the entertainment bill at MINI United 2009, which is being held at Silverstone race circuit from 22-24 May. Calvin Harris, Chris Thompson, Raygun and Twisted Wheel complete the line-up of outstanding British musicians, DJs and bands brought together to celebrate MINI’s 50th birthday.

The MINI United festival, which in previous years has attracted MINI fans from around the world to events in Misano, Italy and Zandvoort, Holland, is coming home in 2009. An all-British entertainment programme worthy of such a significant milestone in the life of MINI is set to light up the greatest birthday party of 2009. continued →

MINI United Update

MotoringFile Sections: 50th Anniversary, MINI United, Podcast Mar 24th, 2009 4 Comments

50year3MINI United is coming up in less than 60 days, which is a perfect time for us to get together with Gina Kutros, Shows and Events Manager from MINIUSA. She answers questions about extra costs involved and gives us the low down on what MINIUSA has planned for those going to MINI United from the US.

If you are in the US and planning on going, be sure to register through MINIUSA here. You can get all of the information from the invitation and be sure to keep an eye on miniunited.com for updates. You can set up a free account there as well so you can connect with others that are going.

Not able to make it? Not to worry! White Roof Radio will be, bringing you interviews, photos and video as it happens from Silverstone!

MINI United Update:

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Heading to MINI United?

MotoringFile Sections: 50th Anniversary, MINI United Mar 11th, 2009 14 Comments

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For those of you that might have missed the email, MINI United registration is now open.

Welcome! MINI UNITED is back and this summer we’re throwing an adrenaline soaked birthday party for MINI aficionados from all corners of the globe. Two years ago we took the Dutch canals of Amsterdam by storm. This year we’re going home to where it all started: England. So mod jet setters, get set, it’s off to Silverstone and London we go.

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MINIUnited.com Updated

MotoringFile Sections: Best of the Web, MINI United, Marketing Dec 17th, 2008 No Comments

We announced MINI United last week. When we did, there was a link to the website that didn’t quite work. Not any longer.

If you click over to MINIUnited.com you will find a brand new social network complete with photos, blogs and fancy profiles. If you are planning on going to MINI United in 2009, you might want to click over and set up an account. Once that is done, you will be able to share your experiences with everyone else.

If you want to get a feel for it, check out my profile and friend me up!

+MINIUnited.com.

MINI United 2009 Official Release

MotoringFile Sections: MINI United, Official News Dec 5th, 2008 10 Comments

MINI Press Release. Munich/Silverstone. After Misano/Italy and Zandvoort/Netherlands, MINI is celebrating the third MINI United Festival from 22-24 May 2009 in the land of its birth. Silverstone/UK with its legendary racetrack will be next year’s setting for the largest MINI fan event ever celebrating the brand’s 50th birthday.

MINI lovers, most of whom will be travelling in their own cars from countries all over the world, can look forward to the unique mixture of an exciting show programme, motorsport action and a music festival.

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MINI Officially Announces MINI United 2009

MotoringFile Sections: MINI United Jul 31st, 2008 11 Comments

MINI UK Press Release: 50 years of Mini and MINI to be celebrated in England

2009 will mark the 50th anniversary of the launch of the original Mini, and the second generation new MINI will be commemorating this incredible achievement in style, right here in England.

The MINI United festival, which in recent years has brought together thousands of classic Mini and new MINI owners to celebrate a British icon, will be staged at a renowned race circuit in England and kicks-off on 22 May 2009. The exact location and further details will be announced in the near future.

You can keep up to date on MINI United 2009 at MINIUnited.com

MINI United ‘09 Confirmed

MotoringFile Sections: MF Feature, MINI United Jul 26th, 2008 12 Comments

As we have already mentioned, the next MINI United will be held in the UK in 2009. Now we have dates and official confirmation!

Mark your calendars for May 22nd – 24th, 2009 if you want to be a part of it.

Follow the link below and you can sign-up for email updates when they happen.

Thanks Timc for sending this in!

[ MINI United ] MINI.com

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50th Anniversary of MINI to be Celebrated at Silverstone Next May?

MotoringFile Sections: MINI United Jul 8th, 2008 19 Comments

Recently we heard from a source that MINI is currently planning the 50th Anniversary of the brand to coincide with a large event at Silverstone Racetrack in the UK. Based on what we’ve known for awhile about MINI’s event schedule, we’d guess that this event will likely be MINI United 2009 and that it will take place in late May of 2009.

We’re still trying to confirm much of this but the information appears quite credible at this point. So for those thinking of doing MINI United 2009 – you may want to pencil it in early.

(thanks Hein for the tip)

MotoringFile’s MINI United Video (Part 1)

MotoringFile Sections: MINI United, Video Jan 11th, 2008 15 Comments

I finally had a chance to throw something together that documents the first few days of my trip to MINI United last summer. This video is a look at the first three days in Germany and features the Nurburgring, the Autobahn and somebody named Sabine.

Due to Youtube, quality is a step down from the original HD source video, but I think it does a decent job in capturing the feel of those first few days.

Look for Part 2 to feature MINI United itself. In the meantime you can see photos of my day at the ‘Ring below:

[ Germany Day 2: Nürburgring ] Flickr

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