The last thing we needed was another car, but how much trouble could you get into just going to see something unusual?
I was very familiar with the Austin Mini Cooper from the 60's in England. They were great fun. Upon hearing that BMW was reviving the breed for 2002, I wanted to see what kind of job they did in trying to revive the marque. We dropped in at a dealership one Saturday morning and were pleased to see that the BMW effort was surprisingly faithful to the original Mini. The technology was of course up to date and a 40 + year difference made the engines like night and day. Very impressive.
BMW, you did a good job and I bet you'll sell a few of these. Now comes the problem part, Gail sees a bright yellow model with black top, black racing stripes, a body ground effect kit and yellow fluorescent lights underneath. A dealer "demo" they were now wanting to move. "It looks like a big bumble bee" says Gail. The hair on my neck starts to itch. I've heard that tone before, if she says it's "cute," I'm done for. "Oh, he looks cute, I could call him Mini Bee"
You know the rest of the story!
Realistic Auto Restorations for renovation & mechanical work.
Videos and music selection by Mark Schmidt @ Sidestep Productions.
Maintenance and detailing by George "Fix" Osterweil
Website by David Salliotte
License, Title, Tax, Insurance and Financing by Lorna "NER" Wirtz
Plus, of course, Gail Handel for her patience, understanding and willingness to help me achieve a lifelong ambition to own some cool cars.
Now For Sale.
Asking SOLD
Only 3,900 original miles.
Body ground effect kit, sunroof, under body fluorescent lights, optional wheels, custom paint, 5 speed stick, factory A/C, legendary Mini road holding and brakes make this a really fun drive. Wanna Be Different?
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