From 1959, when the Mini first hit the track, drivers have been astonished at the handling characteristics of Sir Alec Issigonis' masterpiece. In this welcome edition, published to coincide with Mini's 40th anniversary, John Baggott tells the full story of the Mini\'s career on the track. Baggott covers the works-sponsored teams as well as the many individuals who have raced Minis over the years. He also chronicles Mini-based kit cars such as the Mini Marcos, Unipower, Cox GTM and Camber. Includes coverage of today\'s Mini racing series. Hdbd., 7 1/2' x 9 1/2', 224 pgs., 170 b&w ill., 8 color pgs.

The classic Mini is a sixties icon that remained in production for 40 years. Unveiled to the press in August 1959, the Mini ignored many long-established design principles and bristled with innovative features. The car instantly won favor with tuners and modifiers, and today the Mini remains one of the most popular project cars with performance tuners. A thriving support structure of clubs, specialist magazines and parts suppliers ensures that the Mini will remain popular with tuning enthusiasts for many years to come.

Hardcover 8-1/4  x 10-3/4 192 pages 300 color

Introduced in 1959, the BMC Mini set new standards in small car design and in the process became an automotive icon. This new book takes an affectionate look back at the original Mini's 40-year production run, during which time more than 5 million cars were built. While there is brief coverage of the new Mini scheduled for 2001 launch under the auspices of BMW, this illustrated history focuses on the reputations for safety, performance and cheeky good looks enjoyed of the original. Hdbd., 6 3/4 x 9 1/2, 144 pgs., 200 b&w ill.

Subtitled: The Complete Story. An action-packed story of the small car with the BIG personality. Hop in to explore the unique appeal and genuine fun that the Mini inspires! A motoring icon and a winner on the racetracks of the world, the Mini is seen here in funky and fabulous footage of the official celebrations of its 40th birthday at the Motor Heritage Center and at Silverstone. Plus in-car Mini racing experiences, action and static close-ups of the new Mini Cooper and Mini One along with graphic overlays showing the specs of each car, and a stunning selection of images from the original Mini launch to the concept cars and the new Mini. Color, 117 min.

Since its introduction in 1959, the Mini has been a favorite of small-car lovers worldwide. The basic design has changed very little in the four decades since its birth. Here is the Mini's full and in-depth story as seen by the camera and through the eyes of its admirers. 60 min.

Filled with everything restorers are looking for including Mini history, buying information, specs, bodywork, mechanics, interiors, electrics, mods, tools, color schemes, clubs and more. Clear, step-by-step photographs and instructions make this the book for renovating your bodywork and interiors, giving new life to mechanical and electrical components, plus improved performance and appearance. Covers all models including Mini Cooper. Strongly recommended. For those who love Minis, or are thinking about buying. Autosport. Updated 2nd ed. Hdbd., 8 1/2x 11, 320 pgs., 825 b&w ill.

Subtitled: The Cars and Their Story 1961-71 & 1990 to Date.

Softbound, 8 1/4' x 10 1/4', 80 pages, 60 b&w ill., 60 color.

A daring and innovative concept, the Mini was the pioneer of transverse engine front-wheel drive in an affordable people\146s car, and designers the world over have been trying for forty years to improve on its space efficiency. Here James Ruppert tells the full story of this classic fun car with facts, figures and dozens of new photographs. Includes Mini Cooper, Moke and special editions.

Hardbound, 7 3/4 x 10, 208 pages, 130 b&w and 17 color ill.

If there ever was a vision for success, it was the John Cooper brainchild\151take an ordinary Mini with its shoe-box size and shape, its exaggerated roadholding and steering, and its already apparent popularity, and make it go faster. This is a strong, detailed development story of that famous, lovable roller-skate, the Mini Cooper. Included are contemporary, nostalgic anecdotes and a mass of interesting photographs, some specially shot in color, to pay tribute to that extrovert of extrovert Minis.

About the Author
Jeremy Walton is a well known British journalist who as a school boy visited an Austin showroom to see the first Mini in 1959. Hugely experienced in the field he has authored many books on Ford, BMW, and the iconic Mini. He lives in Soberton, Hampshire, England.

Paperback 7-3/16  x 8-1/4  136 pp 11 color,  85 b/w

No other British car has ever equaled the cult status of the Mini Cooper and the Cooper S models. They established a fanatical following as the hot hatchback from 1961 to 1971 thanks to their unique combination of performance, practicality, charm and competition pedigree. This book, as all books in the Original Series, is the essential companion to restorers of these exciting automobiles. Beautiful color photos, as well as detailed specifications and production changes, provide the information that every restorer and enthusiast desire. Color throughout.

A comprehensive model identification guide to the 5,387,862 Minis built between 1959 and 2000.

Hardcover  7-1/4 x 9-1/2   192 pages  280 b/w

With its easily flowing text, this book guides the reader through the routines of inspection, purchase, maintenance, repair renovation and improvement. It reveals the techniques the author has honed over his long career as a 'Mini doctor' and describes the necessary skills the Mini owner needs to prolong their car\'s good health and active life. Paperback  7-1/4 x 9-3/4  120 pp  137 b/w photos\r\n'

An A-Series engine modification book which deals specifically with road-going Minis. This book reveals the secrets of how to use alternative 'bolt-on' parts which are inexpensive and readily available from Austin-Rover dealers, automotive supply outlets and scrapyards (junkyards) to increase Mini performance.

Like the car itself, New Mini has proved a hot property, selling more than 7,000 copies' and Practical Classics termed the book excellent. So much has happened since three years ago that a new edition has become necessary, with coverage of the very latest diesel and cabriolet models. This expanded book, packed with even more information and photographs, is expected to become a hit among the 500,000 people who have now bought BMW's trendy baby.

Witness the revival of the immortal Mini Cooper! This miracle of compact packaging and innovative engineering design has been updated as a modern car with hip new styling and a legitimate pedigree. Explore the development of the Mini Cooper and learn how BMW paid homage to its ideal while creating a sophisticated, exciting and practical new car for the ages.

Softcover, 8' x 8 3/4', 128 pages, 100 color

Tim Mundy. Since its launch in 2001, the New Mini has been a spectacular sales success in all its major markets, particularly the UK and the USA. With styling reminiscent of the original 'classic' Mini, coupled with BMW's engineering expertise, the car has carved out its own identity in a marketplace full of increasingly bland small hatchbacks. Two years after it first appeared on the roads, the New Mini still turns heads, and has inspired a burgeoning aftermarket accessory and tuning industry. This all-color book will fascinate all New Mini owners and enthusiasts.

Hardcover   8-1/4 x 10-3/4  160 pp  160 color

In this fact-packed, lavishly illustrated book, Robson analyzes the spectacularly successful Mini-heritage, the thinking behind a new-generation car, the search for an engine/transmission, what other Chryslers will use this engine, the BMW/Rover divorce, engineering the Mini for global sales with the prime market in the US, and speculation on future derivatives. Appendices list technical specifications, performance figures and prices. Hdbd., 7 1/2 x 10, 144 pgs., 140 b&w ill.