The 2007 MINI Launches in the US
1. Go test drive it! 2. Come back to MotoringFile and tell us what you think at the post below. Now get going!
2007 MINI Reader Reviews
Over the next few days quite a few MotoringFile readers will be getting behind the wheel of the 2007 MINI Cooper and Cooper S. We thought it might be a good idea...
HammerandCoop.com Launches
Well worth checking out for the Action Name Generator alone. It also has a full listing of episodes and some extras for all the H&C fans out there. Hammerandcoop.com
MF Audio: Jeff Stracco Introduces the R56
One of the benefits of attending the recent US press launch was the chance to hear MINI USA Product Manager Jeff Stracco actually introduce the new car in person. Hearing his introduction...
Nothing’s Perfect: The R56 Misses
While there’s been a lot of praise for the 2007 MINI on both MotoringFile and elsewhere in the automotive universe, all is note quite perfect with the new car. So in an...
Hammer & Coop Episode 1 & 2
We have something very special for you today; the premier* of the first two episodes of MINI USA’s Hammer & Coop series. For those that missed all the initial commotion, MINI USA...
The 2007 MCS Non-Functioning Hood Scoop
Much has been made of the fact that the hood scoop on the Cooper S is not connected to anything internally. Yes it’s true that it’s on the car for no specific...
2007 Cooper S Power Curve Graph
We’ve seen R56 specifications on both sides of the Atlantic but one thing we haven’t seen yet is the official Cooper S power graph. Until now. Check out the scan of the...
AutoChannel Reviews the US Spec R56
Starting what will be the first of many upcoming US spec R56 reviews. >The Bottom Line: Like its original BMC predecessor and the BMW reincarnation, this new Mini has phenomenal power for...
2007 Sport Suspension Details
There have been a lot of questions surrounding the optional 2007 Sport Suspension on MotoringFile in the last few months. Specifically what components are involved in the option . Is it simply...