MINIUSA.com now featuring JCW
For reals. You can now build out your own JCW R56 or R55. Or, save it for Friday when you are looking for a way to pass time in the office. Thanks...
CNN Reports on SUV Alternatives
CNNMoney.com has put together an interesting list of cars they think would be good replacement for the gas-guzzling SUV found in many driveways across the country. As expected, the Ford Escape Hybrid,...
The Mini Clubman Chateau
A few of your sent in this very interesting looking Clubman. From the Winding Road blog. >The Chateau offers a clutter of weird wood trim pieces, including side-view mirror surrounds that look...
South Africa to get the JCW MINIs
MINIPassion.co.za is reporting on the availability of the JCW MINI Cooper S and JCW MINI Cooper Clubman S in South Africa. >We have confirmed that both the Coupe and Clubman iterations of...
AC Schnitzer Tunes the Clubman
As they have with the R56, AC Schnitzer has decided to turn their skills toward the Clubman. They have boosted power to 226hp and 210ft/lb of torque. Added a new body kit...
CNet Reviews the Clubman
Brian Cooley from CNet Car Tech takes his turn with the MINI Clubman S. It’s an interesting review to say the least. Of course he doesn’t like the rear pillar or the...
MINI USA’s JCW Ordering Guide PDF
A few weeks ago we talked about timelines and general information on the JCW cars. This week we’ve got the final (and official) ordering guides from MINI USA. You can grab them...
iPhone your MINI: The Shure Music Phone Adaptor Reviewed
This one sent in by MF regular Nathaniel Salzman. It’s a great way to get iPhone integration in your MINI without breaking the bank! MINI iPhone integration: The Shure Music Phone Adaptor...
MINI Adds Smartphone Connection for ’09
MINI will be launching a new connection aimed directly at the iPhone and other smartphones for 2009. The option (code named 6NF) will be available on September ’08 builds. It will connect...
Upcoming MotoringFile/BimmerFile Reviews
If you haven’t noticed we tend to review new MINIs and BMWs in two phases. The first is at the press launch where we’re invited to drive the cars on predetermined roads...