Another MINI variant will be making a debut soon… but this one will be a bit more exclusive.
The six wheeled, four door, six seater MINI XXL Limo was created with the help of a LA coach builder and features many of the amenities you'd expect in a modern limo. There's a third axle to support it's whirlpool spa, flat screen TV, DVD/CD player, Intercom, and Telephone among other luxuries. Many structural modifications were made and a John Cooper Works kit was added to help cope with the increased weight.
After it's stint in Athens the MINI limo will go on a tour of Europe and Asia.
Further pics [ 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 ]
Here's the full MINI PR release.
MINI is taking the craze for personalisation to extreme lengths with the launch of a six metre long MINI Cooper S limo called the MINI XXL which will make its world premiere in Athens this week.
The six wheel, four door, six seater stretch MINI Cooper S features the John Cooper Works Tuning Kit and was built by a specialist coach builder in Los Angeles. Fully loaded with all of the toys you would expect to find in a limousine, the MINI XXL comes equipped with a retractable flat screen TV, a DVD player, CD and radio, air conditioning, sunroof, full black leather and a telephone in the rear so that passengers can communicate with the driver. However, the highlight of the MINI XXL is the whirlpool integrated into the rear section of the car. The whirlpool seats two people and is easy to operate. Its detachable roof means that it can be covered when not in use and emptying it is a simple matter of pulling the plug to release the water.
To accommodate the extra body length of the MINI XXL, the car is supported by a third rear axle that has two additional wheels.
Following its stay in Athens the MINI XXL will commence a tour around Europe and parts of Asia where it is set to be the star attraction at various events.”
<p>What's the point? Just because you can doesn't mean you have to.</p>
<p>It's so obnoxious it's awesome. :o) Shouldn't it be called a GIANT though instead of a MINI?</p>
<p>I would <em>love</em> to see that for real, maybe travel in it but I am not sure about driving it – it can't be good on the twisties can it ;)</p>
<p>I wonder what's in the space between the front doors and the rear doors. From looking at the one photo of the rear cabin, It looks like there is about 2-3 feet of something. Maybe room for luggage?</p>
<p>must handle like da poop… Kinda looses it's “go kart” handling and turns into “shopping kart” handling</p>
<p>Heh heh.. Nicely done…</p>
<p>It's about time !!!!!
What “LA coachbuilder” did the work?</p>
<p>Looks like the return of the MINI Maxi! :-)</p>
<p>Fun… but kinda silly.</p>
<p>ugh.</p>
<p>almost as tacky as those suv-limos</p>
<p>Yes, but if I had an obnoxious ego combined with self-esteem issues and had to pimp around town in “something,” I'd take this over those nasty Hummer or Escalade limos.</p>
<p>a jaccuzzi in da trunk is always a good thing</p>
<p>It's just for fun… I think it's great.</p>
<p>Dang it, my Motoring Advisor didn't say ANYTHING about the Limo Package! Nobody tells me anything :-)</p>
<p>Yes, I'm kidding. Is this real, or just Photoshop?</p>
<p>Is that the MA in the back?</p>
<p>It'a real and it's official.</p>
<p>Needs some Bonnet stripe, driving lights, and maybe an aerokit or two…</p>
<p>Oh, and I almost forgot–me in that pool in the back!</p>
<p>Even stretched out, this big weiner dog of a MINI is still not that much longer than a standard Lincoln Town Car. It probably handles the curves better than a Town Car too!</p>
<p>How much is the “Girl in Bikini” option, and is it available on the MCS convertible?</p>
<p>:)</p>
<p>What color are the tail lights?</p>
<p>I wonder what kind of powerplant is powering this thing…</p>
<p>I want it. Any commentary re cost to build?</p>
<p>I'd like to see it with some anthracite R90's.</p>
<p>Lots more info on <a href="http://forums1.roadfly.org/mini/forums/cooper/5521192-1.html">this Roadfly thread</a> including a pic of what is in the middle section of the car, and the official press release text.</p>
<p>I guess I wasn't sure if anyone would be interested in the full PR release. IN case anyone is I've updated the post to include it.</p>
<p>OK – so how about a Hearse conversion? For all us Mini fans who want to take that last final ride…
Does anyone know who the LA panel shop builder is and where he can be contacted?
It's not Jesse James and the Monster Garage gang is it?
GW.</p>
<p>How do you listen to the radio while using the hot tub? Its attached to the removed roof section.</p>
<p>Say, I here the JCW version has a Rolls-Royce Merlin dropped innit, and eight wheels on the rear. With water injection and nitrous, I guess about 3,000 HP at the wheels! Now I'm waiting for the MINI chopped down to a two-seater and welded back together. ;-)</p>
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<p>Here are some real-life pics: <a href="http://forum.mini2ig.de/viewtopic.php?t=12216">http://forum.mini2ig.de/viewtopic.php?t=12216</a></p>
<p>thanks Philip…</p>
<p>… and it still get's better gas milage than the Hummer H2 Limo!!!</p>
<p>Only holds 6? I guess it's only for those quicky 'Vegas style wedding parties. :-0</p>
<p>It looks like MINI is testing the “Instant Car Wash” option, for when you stop too fast.</p>
<p>Sunil:</p>
<p>Powerplant is the same as the MCS with a JCW kit.</p>
<p>heh. it's nice, not bad, i think it wouldve been cooler to make their own concept of a mini pickup truck extended cab, but thats just me :]</p>
<p>i like it but needs some cow spots</p>
<p>I like the idea of a bigger Mini just for the limo purposes only. It's something I'd send my kids off to Prom Night in, then surprise them with the real thing (Mini Cooper) once the graduation ceremony was over.</p>
<p>shame about the colour, but id much prefer to hire one of those out than a normal limo</p>
<p>how cool is taht?!?!</p>
<p>Hey,
Your mini limo is hell sick!!! Its wicked, i want one! But i bet its too expensive! I will save though!!!</p>
<p>is it avalible for bookings???</p>
<p>hey when can i book a limo like this i want to know if they will be avalible in CA by may 15,2005 for our sinor Ball for COrdova High school plz write back i need to know this is a surprise for my girlfrind so if it comes in time tell me thanks…</p>
<p>i think the new mini limo is the best i like the idea with the pool/bath in the back i so badly want one when i am old enought</p>
<p>It is soooooo ugly! Take it off the web sight.</p>
<p>saw it in sydney on the sunday around bondi junction, thought it was a normal red mcc, was sitting at the lights in my blk mcs and it just rolled on by, thing was it kept going and going and going, i freaked out, it was the coolest mini i have ever seen, the dudes inside just smiled and bipped the horn, how mad is that! looks a lot more impressive in the flesh than in these pics thats for sure!</p>
<p>funky1</p>
<p>katie want</p>
<p>dude- this is the tightest thing i’ve seen in my life. when will these be avalible on the market. Mini should make a Mini monster truck- but that would be really weird :)</p>
<p>that is da best car i ave eva sin i ave got to get 1</p>
<p>it’s the best</p>
<p>this is cute i want to get married in it well hve it 4 my car and make babies in it ;)</p>
<p>dis id da bomb</p>
OMg i am in love with your yellow mini coopers but this just makes me melt it is amazin i wnat one or at least a ride in one ive found my love.
i dont even know if its real, would be lush for us to hire it for our leavers ball in may seeing as we are stuck for choice, we want to turn up in style! we want the streched mini!
Rastafari!This is a blessing to earth.Mini will be the next greatest put forward for I and I to dwell within.Thanks and praises for the knowledge bestoreth upon the designers of such a majestic ride.
Jah blessings
Big Dread
where can i hire it
its amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!if any 1 knows let me know
Where can buy it?
<p>Hey!!! I need to Know, The price of this limosine (US$)</p>