Jan 9 2009, lovely night in Petaling Jaya, Selangor Malaysia. Cool breeze and not a drop of rain, some say it’s an excellent night for a bar-b-que, but for some 39 Minis Cars (36 classics with 3 new MINIs, representatives from 3 forums (MML, MTM, Minisparepart) and family of Mini Owners Group of Malaysia) think otherwise. It’s a great night for a “Teh Tarik” (Teh Tarik is a hot tea beverage which can be commonly found in restaurants, outdoor stalls and coffee shops in Malaysia) session with fellow Mini enthusiast …

The first ever Mini was launched in August 1959 by BMC. The first launched model was Austin Se7en Mini MK1. There are 2 versions of this model available during the time which is the Basic Mini and the De Luxe in Farina Grey, Tartan Red, or Speedwell Blue. Both of these versions were essentially the same model powered by A series engine which is 848cc form mounted transversely at the front, and driving the front wheels through an integral gearbox housed in the sump casting of the engine. The Mini De Luxe version featured …

On September 11, 2000 – London Sixties model, TWIGGY with one of the last generation Mini Cooper MK7, at a photocall today (11.9.00) in London. This mark the end of an era the last Classic Mini will roll off he production line at the Rover Group’s Birmingham plant next month.

Last 2 years, 444 Mini Coopers in Thailand created the spelling “Long Live the King” in tribute to His Majesty the King’s 80th Anniversary. Mini Thailand set a new record for the Guinness Book World Record on MINI Phenomenon 2007. This even celebrates His Majesty the King’s 80th Anniversary by creating a car mosaic of 444 MINI cars forming the world ‘LONG LIVE THE KING’. This represents from Thai people’s heart that what they wish for H.M. the King, Long Live forever.

“The Little Book of MINI” is now available in most of the bookstore. It is a package that comes with a book and a DVD “The Ultimate History of THE MINI”. This is a fantastic Book and DVD Gift Pack that celebrating the history of the Mini as well as 50th years anniversary.

Yes! 2009 is Mini 50th Anniversary! Mini was born in 1959 and this small car was produced by British Motor Corporation (BMC). It was designed by Sir Alec Issigonis. This year, Mini will have a great international meeting around the world for the very special 50th years anniversary, and I do believe this small car will rock the world for a long long time.