What's The Worst That Can Happen When Tempted By A Classic Mini?

Overview

What's the worst that can happen when tempted by a Classic Mini? - The latest BMW-owned MINI might be doing very well for itself, but the original all-British product is still one of the best buys on today's classic market.  Is buying and owning a Mini really all plain sailing though, asks Paul Guinness?

Article Details

TypeFeatures
PublicationClassic Car Mart April 2006
Start page72
Length (pages)8

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