MINI Named “Car of the Decade†by Automobilewoche
German automotive publication Automobilewoche, a sub-publication of Automotive News, has named the MINI “Car of the Decade.” Our german is a little rough, but what we’re able to glean out is that while Ford’s Fiesta and VW’s Golf family of cars outsold the MINI from 2000-2010, the MINI deserves the honor because it’s been a game changer. More specifically, the MINI has created an entire car segment that previously didn’t exist: The Premium Small Car. Big congrats to MINI and a big thanks to Gert H. for sending us the news.
<p>A well deserved award. What else can you say?</p>
<p>Mini classic 1959-2000 – Runner-up to Ford Model T car of the Century.</p>
<p>The legend continues…..</p>
<p>Fun fact. I’m particularly fond of that photo as that’s the nose of <em>my</em> MINI.</p>
<p>Nathaniel, is that your MINI on the cover of their magazine? Very cool</p>
<p>No no, I’m just talking about the photo for this post. It’s from <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathaniels/3714206655/in/set-72157603986304555/" rel="nofollow">my Flickr stream</a>.</p>
<p>Should be interesting to see how MINI does with the next decade with the introduction of the crossovers into the line. I know that the R60 was started a little in the first decade but I think the impact (either positive or negative) will be a clearer picture in the next decade.</p>
<p>Great job MINI and lets hope for a equally great next decade.</p>
<p>Definitely deserved. The original Mini was a car of the century.</p>