Complete Classic Mini 1959-2000 [Hardcover]

Chris Rees (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 2003

A comprehensive model identification guide to the 5,387,862 Minis built between 1959 and 2000. Production of the original Mini has finally ended, but the enthusiasm for this motoring icon, turned affordable classic, continues to flourish and the market for well-preserved examples is stronger than ever.This book describes all you need to know about the vast number of different models produced over more than 41 years - how to identify one type from another, their equipment, performance, technical specification, options, production dates, color choices and much more. An essential owner's and restorer's guide to model identification, originality and authenticity.Austin - Morris - Cooper - Riley - Wolseley - Moke - Special Editions - International Minis - they are all covered in this comprehensive review of Sir Alec Issigonis' brilliant design concept, which at the Millennium won the title of European Car of the Century.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 192 pages
• Publisher: Motor Racing Publications (July 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1899870601
• ISBN-13: 978-1899870608
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,849,401 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for all Mini Enthusiasts, February 14, 2004

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Donald C. Whisler (Sardinia, OH United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Complete Classic Mini 1959-2000 (Hardcover)

I highly recommend this book for anyone looking to purchase a classic Mini. It includes much needed info such as vin numbers, details and photos. I own a classic car dealership and use this book often for doing research.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If looking for a Classic Mini this is the book you need, September 6, 2007

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Frans van Ellekom (St Augustine, FL United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Complete Classic Mini 1959-2000 (Hardcover)

I have a modern Mini but my interest has always been in the Classic Mini. I belong to club that started as a Classic Mini club. These guys know their cars but this book is an invaluable resource. I am able to surprise these guys from the knowledge I get from this book. I bought it when I was in London and read it cover to cover on the flight back to the U.S. Of all the Mini books I own, I use this one in my quest to purchase a Classic Mini. This is the book I recommend to others who are interested in one or want to know more about the Classic Mini.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You would think a Mini was a Mini, but you were wrong!, February 10, 2007

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Loconut (San Jose, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Complete Classic Mini 1959-2000 (Hardcover)

I was deeply confused when a Mini wasn't a Mini at first. People always knew the Mini Cooper, but not the Austin Se7en and the Morris Minor and those vehicles didn't start out as small little cars. After reading the book, you can definately get confused with all the cars and names. In the end tho,you can tell each model apart. For those who wants to get a Mini, don't hesitate to grab one of these books because many sellers would mismatch parts thru different years. Another book to get is The Cars of BMC which is discontinued but worth every penny. Also, another book is John Parnell's Orginal Mini Cooper and Cooper S.