GENERAL Motors was set...
GENERAL Motors was set to file for bankruptcy on Monday ò€“ but Vauxhall and Opel could be saved by Canadian-Austrian parts maker Magna International.
It was revealed by Auto...
It was revealed by Auto Express in issue 830, and prototypes of the car are reportedly being put through final tests. MINI legend John Cooper Garages is said to be helping develop a new 225bhp 1.6-litre engine.
The bodywork and design of the car is to be handled exclusively by Bertone, in liaison with bosses at MINI owner BMW. The plan will see the coachbuilder being sent standard unfinished bodyshells from MINI"s Midlands factory. These will be cut down, modified and stiffened before being completed for delivery and returned to the UK.
Our spies say the two-seater will make extensive use of lighter materials in its construction. Production will be strictly limited, and could be as low as 2,500 units. The newcomer is designed to refocus interest in the current MINI line-up in preparation for the launch of the next-generation car, due in 2006. It"s believed the Speedster will offer a totally new driving experience, and it"s expected on sale early next year.