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The History Of The Mini Cooper Classic Cars

Mini Cooper Cars
The History Of The Mini Cooper Classic Cars.

Sir Alec Issigonis' original Mini of 1959 set new standards in design and engineering. Issigonis produced his masterpiece as an answer to the European fuel crisis of the late 1950s. Issigonis was challenged to produce a car four feet wide by four feet high and 10 feet long that would seat four adults in comfort and take their luggage to boot.

An automotive icon, his design lasted decades in virtually original form. His revolutionary concept of a transverse engine with submounted transmission allowed compact external dimensions with maximum interior space. Combining economical transport, character and fun, Mini became a car for everyone, from celebrity to the everyday person in the street.

Mini Cooper Cars
The front? Wheel drive, wheel? At-each? Corner design was not only space-efficient, but was soon to prove extremely roadworthy. In 1961, the Mini Cooper, engineered by race car constructor the late John Cooper, was launched. This car set new motor sport standards and took triple Monte Carlo rally wins between 1964 and 1967 amongst a host of competitive titles. The Cooper name has been closely associated with performance Minis ever since and appropriately the MINI Cooper, was the first car in the new MINI range to be unveiled.

As Mini gained its extra power it combined its inherent personality with a great driving experience for any motorist. The car became Britain's best-ever selling vehicle with over 5.3 million produced. The first Morris Mini-Minor was made in Oxford, the home of the new MINI and Minis have been made in Europe, South America and Australia.

Mini, a household name in Europe, was sold in the US between 1960 and 1967, and around 10,000 cars were sold in that time. Over thirty years later, some 12000 cars are on US roads today. (Maybe they breed). At the end of its production life in 2000, 5.3 million Minis had been produced and the car was voted 'European Car of the Century' by a panel of 130 international journalists.

Mini Cooper Cars
The MINI Cooper is a modern development of this genuine classic. Building on the classic Mini styling cues, it offers the very latest technology, and is one of the most advanced cars of its size in the world. Designed for handling and performance, great looks and safety, the MINI Cooper, is a real motoring enthusiasts car. Like the original, the new MINI is designed to appeal to all drivers regardless of age or gender. Such is the interest in the new MINI that there were fan? Based US websites for the car well before it hit the streets.

Morris Minor Mini Cooper

1967 Morris Minor Mini Cooper.
Morris Minor Mini Cooper..

DESCRIPTIONS:.
Brand new 1:24 scale diecast model of 1967 Morris Minor Mini Cooper die cast model car by Franklin Mint.
Has steerable wheels.
Brand new box.
Rubber tires.
Made of diecast with some plastic parts.
Detailed interior, exterior, engine compartment.
Dimensions approximately L-6, W-2.75, H-2.5 inches.
1967 Morris Minor Mini Cooper Diecast Car Model 1 / 24 Red Die Cast Car.
The Mini. must be fast becomming one of the most modelled cars around. Nevertheless, it is always good to find another fine-looking version for the cabinet, and certainly Kyosho has come up with the goods Kyosho is noted for its accurate, well produced models, and this is no exception.

1967 Morris Minor Mini Cooper.
1967 Morris Minor Mini Cooper.
The car portrayed is the 1967 Morris Minor Mini Cooper Diecast Car Model 1 / 24 Red Die Cast Car, our sample having a red body with white roof. This really is a delightful model in all radiator and front and rear bumpers, to the silver trim around the windows and lower body. Such features as the windscreen wipers, handles and fuel tank cap are all separate chrome fittings.
The front and rear lights are plastic moulded. The tyres and wheels are accurate. Open the bonnet and there is a detailed engine. Open the side doors and a superb interior is revealed, with all the dials and trim, including carpet on the floor. The only feature that does not operate is that the seats do not tip. A lovely model which all Mini collectors should own.

1967 Morris Minor Mini Cooper

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Volkswagen Kombi

Volkswagen Kombi-light.
Volkswagen Kombi-light.
In the USA, the VW Bus became an icon of the 60s and, in particular, of the hippie youth sub-culture. It could carry a number of passengers, camping gear and supplies, its shape was the antithesis the American automobile of the period, and as a second-hand or used vehicle, it was extremely cheap. It quickly became a symbol of the Peace and Love, anti-war generation. Robert R. Hieronimus, Ph.D. has been an acknowledged pioneer in the "New Paradigm" movement for over 40 years. Dr. Bob's most famous Artcar, the Volkswagen bus "Light" (better known as "the Woodstock bus"), was photographed by the Associated Press and Rolling Stone at the original 1969 Woodstock, and is still seen today regularly reprinted in media all over. . . . the world. Sunstar have produced this immaculate model in celebration of the 40th anniversary of Woodstock.

Volkswagen Kombi-light.


Volkswagen Kombi.
Volkswagen Kombi.

Features: Functioning door handles on front and side doors, Extending radio aerial, All four wheels can be changed by unscrewing the 5 nuts, Front seat back folds up for access to removable spare wheel, Fully positionable external mirrors and supports, Removable hub caps,. . . . Removable fuel cap, Posable windscreen wipers which also hinge outwards, Movable gear lever, Sun visors fold down and swivel, Front seat back folds up for access to removable spare wheel, Bench seat folds up for access to tool kit, Fully functional steering, Front. . . . side windows slide to open, Front quarter-lights open, Working front and rear suspension, Speakers and guitar case accessories, Detailed engine with separate HT leads fan belt, alternator, starter motor etc. Over 600 separate parts.

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Mercedes 170s

1950 Mercedes 170s.
1950 Mercedes 170s. Soft Top Diecast Car Model. 1 / 32 .
Gray Die Cast Car by Signature Models.
Shifting through the ashes of World War II, Mercedes Benz found uts was left with the tooling for only its 170 model its mass market car. Although still sporting the pre-war body styles, the 1950 170S and its sister, the 170D, with its diesel engine, showed the progress the company was making to reclaim its right to be called on the world's best automakers. The performances of both engines were boosted by an increase in displacement. Meanwhile, handling and safety were improved by the addition of telescopic shock absorbers, a wider rear axle track and the use of more effective brakes. Comfort was not neglected, either, with seats enlarged and the interior of the passenger compartment widened. Access to the trunk was also improved and molding was added to the front windows to protect passengers from drafts. The post-war 170 models were finally retired in 1955 with 153,475 built.
1950 Mercedes 170s.

DESCRIPTIONS:.
Brand new 1:32 scale diecast car model of 1950 Mercedes 170s Soft Top die cast car by Signature Models.
Has steerable wheels.
Brand new box.
Rubber tires.
Made of diecast with some plastic parts.
Detailed interior, exterior, engine compartment.
Dimensions approximately L-6.
1950 Mercedes 170s Soft Top Diecast Car Model 1 / 32 Gray Die Cast Car.

VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI BLACK DIECAST MODEL. NOREV 1 / 18. More than 1.5 million models have been p...