Report: Rolls-Royce Custom Mini Confirmed

HighestOfHigh · Nov 19, 2009

Special editions and the Mini seem to go together like rubber and asphalt, with no fewer than three such models released in the past year such as the Mayfair and Camden 50th Anniversary models (pictured).

But the next special edition is expected to be something very special, indeed.

Executives at BMW have reportedly given the green light for a cooperation between Rolls-Royce and Mini to create a new bespoke edition with a focus primarily on upgrading the interior experience. Coachbuilt Minis actually have something of a history in the UK, and the latest Rolls-Royce Mini would seek to tap into that vein.

The new car will be modified by the craftsman at Rolls-Royce’s own plant in Goodwood, and each will be unique.

Exactly what would be found in the interior of a Rolls-Royce Mini is still unknown, but high-grade leather upholster, wood and metal trim elements, re-styled console elements and a unique color scheme are tipped as likely inclusions.

There's no timeline yet for a release, but it's believed that the Rolls-Mini collaboration is already at the late prototype stage, so an announcement could be coming any time now.

- Report: Rolls-Royce Custom Mini Confirmed - MotorAuthority

HighestOfHigh · Nov 19, 2009

Pixie of Ecstasy: Rolls-Royce edition Mini reportedly confirmed for custom order

It's been about half a year since the initial reports of a Rolls-Royce edition Mini first surfaced, and nearly as long since the first batch of photos emerged. But rumors persist, and now reports from the UK indicate that mutual parent company BMW has given the green light for a series of Rolls-style accoutrements for the iconic retro-hatch.

Following market trends that seem to indicate that, in Europe especially, buyers aren't willing to give up on luxury when they go for more compact, fuel-efficient rides, the specially-trimmed Minis would offer customers a range of customization options suitable for a Phantom yet packed into a Cooper. But rather than outfitting Minis with stock luxury trim packages – like Aston Martin is preparing to do with the iQ-based Cygnet – the exclusive Mini hatchbacks would be outfitted at the Rolls-Royce factory according to individual customer orders. Clients would be able to choose from the best leathers and veneers to give their Minis a more upscale feel, much like the coachbuilt Minis popular amongst British celebs like Harold Radford and The Beatles in the '60s, but available through established dealers in a more organized fashion.

Unfortunately, that's about all the information available at this point, but sources suggest a public announcement sometime next year.

- Pixie of Ecstasy: Rolls-Royce edition Mini reportedly confirmed for custom order — Autoblog

EnI · Nov 26, 2009

Yes, there will be RR-reworked & customized MINIs - but for RR customers only (new & existing ones)! The same strategy Aston Martin has - yet with that rebranded Toyota IQ thingy. Daimler is thinking the same: offering Maybach owners customized smart reworked by Maybach craftsmen.

The RRed MINI is planned to be available after the MINI hatch LCI.

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