R56 Spyshot Round-up

With limited production of R56 testing mules now in their sixth month, we’re seeing a huge increase in daily spyshots. Here are some of the latest as sent in by MotoringFile readers:

Next Generation MCS Undisguised!

(Updated)Well, almost undisguised. The venerable spy photographer Mr. Lehmann and the boys and Worldcarfans have a the best photo yet of the upcomng 2007 Cooper S. For the first time we can...

MF Review: The JCW Leather Dash

There are few MINI accessories out there that are as seemingly extravagant as the new JCW Leather dash. I mean, it’s a MINI right? Why in the world would you spend the...

2007 MINI Timeline & Debut Info (Update #2)

Here’s a quick update on what to expect and when to expect it for the US market. As we mentioned previously, MINI will be holding off introducing the R56 to the US...

R56 Spotted at the ‘Ring

MINI was back at Nurburgring this morning with the R56.  This image was captured by a regularly updated webcam positioned at the entry to the Ring. 

MF Review: MCSa w/15% Pulley

First thing’s first: I Love The MCSa. Of course I’m a sucker for all things MINI, but this car seems to have super powers. It can turn regular driving into a near...

The 2007 MCS Hits the Highway

With the debut of the 2007 MINI just months away, BMW engineers are busy putting the finishing touches on the final production version of the car. And that means more photos and...

R56 Production Timeline (Update #1)

A few months ago we told you about MINI US production plans for both the current MINI and the next generation 2007 MINI. The general consensus we received from our sources was...

MF Podcast Review: MCS Supersprint Exhaust

This is the audio portion of your MCS Supersprint Exhaust review and a companion piece original review posted last week. The main review was done with the windows closed to minimize wind...