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THE DAKAR MINI JCW BUGGY :

THE DAKAR MINI JCW BUGGY :

Official release: MINI and the X-raid Team have launched into the final preparation phase for the Dakar Rally 2018 with the presentation of their current racing cars. For the first time MINI and X-raid will face the challenges of the most demanding long-distance rally in the world using two different types of drive. In addition to the further advanced version of the all-wheel drive MINI John Cooper Works Rally, which, at its debut appearance, came … Read entire article »

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MINI JCW GP CONCEPT 2017 :

MINI JCW GP CONCEPT 2017 :

Debuting at the Frankfurt Auto Show is a MINI John Cooper Works GP Concept which will act as a sort of vision for a new race … Debuting at the Frankfurt Auto Show is a MINI John Cooper Works GP Concept which will act as a sort of vision for a new race car for MINI. From the outside, this MINI GP Concept is one of the gnarliest, coolest MINI racers we’ve ever seen. The massive wing, fender flares that also double … Read entire article »

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Fish N’ Chips Run on Friday July 14th

Fish N’ Chips Run on Friday July 14th

Meeting at the Viaduct Inn on the Old Bandon road Cork  at 6.15pm, with a leaving time of 6.30pm, followed by a scenic spin down to Kinsale. What a perfect way to kick off the weekend than some fantastic fresh fish and chips ! … Read entire article »

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IMM 2017

IMM 2017

About the IMM : What date is it taking place? The IMM 2017 Ireland is taking place from Thursday May 25th – Monday May 29th 2017. Venue : The camping and show will be held in Westport House, Westport, Co. Mayo. What is an IMM? For many Mini drivers an “International Mini Meeting”, or IMM, is a well known phenomenon, but for some it’s not clear what it’s all about. IMM is short for International Mini Meeting. It originated in 1978 … Read entire article »

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WORLD PREMIER: 2017 MINI JCW COUNTRYMAN

WORLD PREMIER: 2017 MINI JCW COUNTRYMAN

The 2017 MINI JCW Countryman is here and a little earlier than we had been lead to believe. The formula isn’t surprise however. The 228 hp 2.0L engine that powers the rest of the JCW range is here along with the higher torque tune (258 ft worth) that debuted in the JCW Clubman this past fall. This gives the JCW F60 Countryman a 0-60 time of 6.2 seconds – .4 seconds faster than the R60 … Read entire article »

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WORLD PREMIER: 2017 MINI COUNTRYMAN

WORLD PREMIER: 2017 MINI COUNTRYMAN

Official Global Release: As the new generation of the MINI Countryman sees its premiere, the tradition-steeped British brand continues its advance into the premium compact segment. The new MINI Countryman is the biggest and most versatile model in the brand’s 57-year history. Having been completely newly developed, it now reflects considerable advancements in the areas of space, functionality, athletic flair and premium characteristics. The new MINI Countryman achieves its unique standing among direct competitors due to … Read entire article »

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