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Mini Cooper 35
In May 1996, Rover launched the Mini Cooper 35 to celebrate the marque’s 35th anniversary. Because it is limited to only 200 units, it has become one of the most sought-after Mini Cooper among all other Minis in the MK6 generation. A look from the outside, the Mini Cooper 35 Anniversary is painted in solid almond green (HAK – BLVC1212) and old English white (NMN – BLV655) for the roof. Gun metal grey Minilite 12” sport wheel, four front spot lamps, porcelain green full leather interior and unqiue decals are other visible things on this car.

Mini Cooper 35 Photos

These are the photos of the ordinary Mini Cooper 35. There are total of 195 units were built in 1996.

Interior of Mini Cooper 35 – Porcelain green full leather

Mini Cooper 35 John Cooper Works

Well, among the 200 Mini Cooper 35, there are 5 were brought into the renowned John Cooper Works garage for some upgrade. As this is a rare version, only the lucky one stands a chance to own the John Cooper Works Mini Cooper 35. Specifications of the JCW Mini Cooper 35 include a converted cylinder head that pumps 86 hp, Koni shock absorbers, oil cooler, K&N filter elements, unique exhaust system and John Cooper stainless steel sill plates. The standard engine under the hood of a normal Mini Cooper 35 produces 63 hp. This is an obvious 23 hp increase. That makes many Mini collectors would like to own one. See also: 1995 Mini Tartan.

Matching leather steering wheel and gear knob. The steering wheel is also featured an “Anniversary Edition” badge.

According to the brochure, the acceleration of 0-60 mph is 12.2 seconds and the top speed is at least 90 mph. However, our drivers had tested this car personally and the top speed we get is about 106 mph (170 kmh).

Without doubt, the Mini Cooper 35 is rare and very collectable. It definitely cost more than 10,000 pound in the UK and at least $20,000 dollars outside of UK.

Mini History
1. Mini Mark 1 – MK1/MKI (1959 – 1967)
2. Mini Mark 2 – MK2/MKII (1967 – 1969)
3. Mini Mark 3 – MK3/MKIII (1969 – 1976)
4. Mini Mark 4 – MK4/MKIV (1976 – 1984)
5. Mini Mark 5 – MK5/MKV (1985 – 1991)
6. Mini Mark 6 – MK6/MKVI (1992 – 1997)
7. Mini Mark 7 – MK7/MKVII (1997 – 2000)
July 17, 2015
What will you drive if you can go back to yesterday once more (Part 3)

This is the last part of the classic car shows that held at Seacon Mall. To view the first part, click here – What will you drive if you can go back to yesterday once more. To view the second part, click here – What will you drive if you can go back to yesterday once more (Part 2). In this part, the Oldsmobile 442 is the spotlight of the show as it is one of the best muscle cars ever built in America.

This is a classic toy car – a 1960s Pontiac GTO convertible. An American muscle car that very much wanted by car collectors in the United States.

Here comes another spotlight of the car show – Antique toy pedal cars. According to the owner, it has been used by his father in the 1950s. This toy pedal car is different from the 1955 Austin J40 pedal car but it is definitely something unique. Check out that car wheel and you can feel yesterday once more!

Click here to see What will you drive if you can go back to yesterday once more (Part 1).

July 16, 2015
What will you drive if you can go back to yesterday once more (Part 2)

This is the second part of what will you drive if you can go back to yesterday once more. To view the previous part, click here – What will you drive if you can go back to yesterday once more. To view the third part, click here – What will you drive if you can go back to yesterday once more (Part 3). In the second part of all classic car photos, the most eye-catching is the red color first generation Ford Thunderbird. The production of the first generation Ford Thunderbird began in 1955 and last until 1957. It is a two-seater convertible sports car with some crazy design characteristics such as circular headlamps and batman-car-alike tailfins and tail lamps. Check out the photos of this car after the jump.

This is a 1955 Ford Thunderbird. Under the hood, it is powered by a 312 cu in 5.1-liter Y-block V8 engine which produces 215 horspower. Can you imagine 215 horsepower in 1955? Once the owner starts the car, the sound of the engine can wake you up from deep sleep.

The Ford Thunderbird has a 102 inches (2,591 mm) wheelbase and therefore it is consider a long car according to today’s automobile standard.

Without doubt, the Ford Thunderbird is a luxury car even in the past.

Is this one of the luxury cars that owned by Elvis Presley in the ‘50s?

Some of the antique toy cars to spice up the antique car show.

Antique gas tank for refill.

July 16, 2015
What will you drive if you can go back to yesterday once more

What will you drive if you can go back to yesterday once more? Will you go for the Austin Seven Mini MK1? Will you go for the 1955 Chevrolet Cameo Pickup truck? What about a Ford Thunderbird? Whatever classic cars that you preferred, here in MalaysiaMiniLover we are going to bring you back to yesterday once more. These photos have a lot of old cars and stuffs that were used in the past. They are are taken by our photographers to excavate some of your memory if you were born in the 50s, 60s, 70s or 80s. Check out the photos after the jump.

Now here are a few very creative seats made of classic Mini Cooper.

Have you ever played a song from this antique music player? Have you ever played pin ball with this?

This is a 1955 Chevrolet Cameo pickup truck. It is definitely a great piece of classic. In 1955, the Chevrolet Cameo Pickup truck got a new, modern look. That was a huge change as it was the first Chevrolet pickup that comes with a V-8 engine under the hood.

Check out the rear view of this classic pickup, look at that exhaust!

A front view…

Shining front bumper. This car looks brand new and it smells old.

Need to refill your gas? Pay and pump then.

The classic RYDELL high school.

See: What will you drive if you can go back to yesterday once more (Part 2)

See: What will you drive if you can go back to yesterday once more (Part 3)

July 16, 2015
Got a Classic Mini Cooper? Why Not Turn Into a Furniture?

Got a classic Mini Cooper that you no longer use? Why not get the idea from these photos and turn it into some very useful furniture? Shane, a guy who lives in Thailand has make full use of a few classic Mini Cooper body. He has successfully made a red table with an old Mini Cooper body. They are not just rusty car body but very beautiful yet practical car-themed furniture. If you do own a few classic Mini bodies that no longer needed, these are definitely one of the best ideas you can do. Also, not to forget to check out the things you can do with used car parts.

Look at that Mini MK1 sofa, it comes with 10” Mercury wheels. And of course, a tiny Mr. Bean sitting on top of it.

Now that’s a running Mini sitting outside of the house. It has a 1275 cc engine under the hood. Don’t miss the Austin Mini page if you love the Classic Mini Cooper.

A piece of high quality mirror is placed on top of the car hood. It has been welded to support the mirror. It is able to support a 60″ LED Television. Very practical.

It looks good, it looks cool. However, it might not be comfortable to sit because the front bumper is going to block your leg. See also: light blue, two-seater classic Mini Roadster.

See also the Mini Shorty that was posted to MalaysiaMiniLover sometime ago.

Another view of the cool red classic mini office table. Does it look familiar to you?

It is somehow very cool to have a Mini 40th Anniversary decal on your table.

See, we have told you, it is a very practical table that support heavy weight. Photo Credit: Shane, Thailand.

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July 15, 2015