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Mini car books with collections of press articles

A book on the Mini? Here are books with collections of contemporary press articles about the Mini (Austin, Innocenti, Morris, Riley and Wolseley).

Mini (1981-1997) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio book about the Mini models from the years 1981-1997. Describes the Mini 1000 HL, City E, HLE, Lynx, SX, Anniversary Cooper, ERA, Mayfair, Cooper, Cooper S, Cabriolet and Cooper 1.3.

  • The 51 articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
  • Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.

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Details:172 pages, 27 x 20 x 1 cm / 10.6 x 7.9 x 0.39 in, paperback
Illustrations:400 photos
Publisher:Brooklands Books (GB, 1998)
Series:Gold Portfolio
ISBN:9781855203853

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Mini (1981-1997) - Brooklands Portfolio

Mini (1981-1997)

Language: English

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Mini (1969-1980) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio book about the Mini models from the years 1969-1980. Describes the Mini Clubman, 1275GT, 1000, the Ville, Estate, Special Tuning Cooper S, Stage One 1275 GT, 1100, 1100 Estate, Cooper S Mk III, GTS, Innocenti, 1100 the Luxe and S.

  • The 45 articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
  • Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.

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Details:172 pages, 27 x 20 x 1.1 cm / 10.6 x 7.9 x 0.43 in, paperback
Illustrations:400 photos
Publisher:Brooklands Books (GB, 1995)
Series:Gold Portfolio
ISBN:9781855203013

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Mini (1969-1980) - Brooklands Portfolio

Mini (1969-1980)

Language: English

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Mini (1959-1969) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio book about the Mini models from the years 1959-1969. Describes the Mini the Luxe, Austin 850, Estate, Wolseley Hornet, Riley Elf, Mini Cooper, Super the Luxe, Cooper S, Riley Elf Mk II, Viking Hornet Sport, Van, the Luxe Automatic, 1,000, Mk II and Mk III.

  • The articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
  • Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.

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Details:172 pages, 27 x 20 x 1.1 cm / 10.6 x 7.9 x 0.43 in, paperback
Illustrations:400 photos
Publisher:Brooklands Books (GB, 1995)
Series:Gold Portfolio
ISBN:9781855203006

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Mini (1959-1969) - Brooklands Portfolio

Mini (1959-1969)

Language: English

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High Performance Minis (1960-1973) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio book about the High Performance Mini models from the years 1960-1973. Describes the Mini 997cc, Arden, Aley, Twin-Carb 850, Cooper, Speedwell, Alexander, Toucan, Cooper Twini, Radford, Nerus, Cooper S, Cooper S 1275, GT, Taurus, Speedwell Courier, Radford the Ville, Broadspeed, Broadspeed GT 2+2, Walker GTS, Special bodies, Janspeed, Cox GTM, Unipower and Oselli.

  • The 67 articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
  • Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.

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Details:172 pages, 27 x 20 x 1 cm / 10.6 x 7.9 x 0.39 in, paperback
Illustrations:400 photos
Publisher:Brooklands Books (GB, 1995)
Series:Gold Portfolio
ISBN:9781855203174

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High Performance Minis (1960-1973) - Brooklands Portfolio

High Performance Minis (1960-1973)

Language: English

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Maximum Mini: The Essential Book of Cars Based on the Original Mini

This book focuses on cars derived from the classic Mini, including small GTs, sports cars, roadsters, and fun cars. In the 1960s, Mini derivatives made a significant impact on the specialist motoring market, and their influence continued into the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. These new variants, ranging from ingenious to eccentric, kept the Mini spirit alive.

The book covers almost 60 models, from well-known cars like the Mini Marcos and Unipower GT, which raced at Le Mans, to lesser-known but equally exciting ones like the Coldwell GT and Sarcon Scarab. Each car is thoroughly researched, described, and photographed.

Interviews with people involved in designing and building these cars provide valuable insights. Some cars thought to be lost were discovered during research, while others were captured through previously unseen materials.
With over 500 images, many never before published, this book reflects the passion and enthusiasm behind these unique vehicles.

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Author:Jeroen Booij
Details:128 pages, 22.5 x 22.5 x 1 cm / 8.9 x 8.9 x 0.39 in, paperback
Illustrations:545 b&w and colour photos
Publisher:Veloce Publishing Ltd (GB, 2017)
Series:Veloce Classic Reprint
ISBN:9781787111189
Maximum Mini: The Essential Book of Cars Based on the Original Mini

Maximum Mini: The Essential Book of Cars Based on the Original Mini

Language: English

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Works Minis In Detail - BMC & British Leyland works Mini competition entries, car-by-car

Between 1959 and 1970, the works Minis had a successful competition history until British Leyland closed the Abingdon Competition Department. The Mini began by competing for class awards with the small 850 cc model. However, after race car designer John Cooper convinced BMC to produce a high-performance version, the Mini Cooper was introduced, marking a turning point.

With the Mini Cooper S, the car became a dominant force in motorsport. Paddy Hopkirk's 1964 Monte Carlo Rally victory was a milestone, and the Abingdon team won the event three times. Over 11 years, 77 works Minis were built, competing in over 300 events, mainly international rallies. The book also covers the 1969 racing season and rallycross competitions.

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Each of the 77 cars, known for their red and white livery, is examined in detail. Factory records provide build specifications, including chassis changes and identity swaps. Race and rally reports have been analyzed to document events and drivers.

This is the most comprehensive study of the works Minis, based on years of research by Robert Young, a Mini expert and former Mini Cooper Register chairman, archivist, and registrar. His deep knowledge and ownership of these cars ensure an authoritative account.

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Author:Robert Young
Details:424 pages, 26.5 x 26.5 x 3.2 cm / 10.4 x 10.4 x 1.26 in, hardback
Illustrations:840 b&w and colour photos
Publisher:Herridge & Sons Ltd (GB, 2020)
ISBN:9781906133962
Works Minis In Detail - BMC & British Leyland works Mini competition entries, car-by-car

Works Minis In Detail - BMC & British Leyland works Mini competition entries, car-by-car

Language: English

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Anatomy of the Works Minis - Rally, Racing & Rallycross Cars

This illustrated book details how the legendary Works Minis were transformed from standard Mini-Coopers into rallying, rallycross, and racing giants. Written by a former BMC Competitions Department member with 22 years of experience, the book reveals the specifications, building techniques, and development of these famous cars.

The Works Minis gained fame for their success in the Monte Carlo Rally, defeating larger and more powerful cars in the 1960s and 1970s. The book includes insights from rally legends 'Ginger' Devlin and 'Jumping Jeff' Williamson on the modifications made to the racing and rallycross Minis. These firsthand accounts provide a unique look into the engineering and determination behind the Mini's motorsport success.

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With detailed information and rare photographs, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the Mini's history and its remarkable motorsport achievements.

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Author:Brian Moylan
Details:96 pages, 25 x 20.5 cm / 9.8 x 8.1 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous b&w photos and drawings
Publisher:Veloce Publishing Ltd (GB, 2015)
ISBN:9781845848705
Anatomy of the Works Minis - Rally, Racing & Rallycross Cars

Anatomy of the Works Minis - Rally, Racing & Rallycross Cars

Language: English

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Mini Cooper 1961-1971

Mini Cooper (1961-1971)

English | paperback | 180 p. | 1990

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Original Mini Cooper and Cooper S - The Restorer's Guide to 997 and 998 Cooper and 970, 1071 and 1275 Cooper S

John Parnell | English | hardback | 120 p. | 2010

Mini Cooper 1961-2000

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Last update: 24/03/2025