I saw this writeup and though id pass it along. Noting new. Some incorrect info, etc. But some of the computer images are neat. For thoes interested:

http://www.gizmag.com/go/5936/1/

 

Here's Jim Kenzie's view on the new(er) MINI. Lots of Jim Kenzie stuff this week, what's going on.

link:

http://www.thestar.com/NASApp/cs/Con...st979101296646

 

Just got my Aug 7, 2006 AutoWeek in the mail and on page 4 there is a picture of a yellow S and a full page article describing first driving impressions. This version is not on the web site yet, but check back in a few days at www.autoweek.com and it should be shown

 

I was just able to access and read the article, jrgaston. Thanks for the link.

 

Sounds like some great new technology. I don't care if 90% of NAM members hate it...I want one.

 

I don't think they actually hate it. I think folks are just so worked up with anticipation and curiosity, that they come off as not liking it. But I am sure that most are waiting to see the new iteration for themselves before passing judgment. I know I am.

 

Got the new issue of Road & Track, and they had a small article about the new '07.

So, they confirm the 3" of length for greater increase in rear seat space, 3" yeah that's a lot.

Then they plan to make one with the 4-door style(maybe 3, correct me if I'm wrong) like the Mazda RX-8, with the two back doors suicide-style. This makes some sense, since they're are trying to compete with these other sporty cars that offer more convenient entry and exit into the rear seats, i.e. RX-8.

Might be a good thing, I think. Just thought I'd pass this along...

Happy Motoring

 

That's what we have all been calling the "Traveller" concept car. I participated in a market research study earlier this year and actually saw the new MINIs.....including the larger "Traveller." It has an interesting door set-up, for sure.

 

This article may be old news, but I'll post it anyway. It's not much for words, but has some cool cutaway drawings of front and rear suspension, etc.

http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/07/...7-mini-cooper/

-JL