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Paul · Sep 2nd, 2004, 02:50 PM

The next generation MINI will be bigger than the current model, that's a fact. What isn't clear at this stage is just how much BIGGER the new MINI will be!

In your view, how much longer can a MINI be, and still be called a MINI, after all, the MINI is only just "mini" as it is, being a shorter car than almost all other "proper" cars on the roads (even the Ford Ka!) but how far can MINI stretch it before it should be called MIDI?

Vote now!

jammythart · Sep 2nd, 2004, 02:52 PM

I vote no change, the proportions must be affected ie. longer, higher wider etc. Surely they can only be talking in millmetres!

Paul · Sep 2nd, 2004, 02:53 PM

Just added the "NO BIGGER!" option.

jammythart · Sep 2nd, 2004, 02:54 PM

I was looking for that!! thanks

ButtonIt · Sep 2nd, 2004, 02:54 PM

They'll just increase every measurement by 100% and make the car exactly twice the size

and it'll probably still be smaller than some SUV's

jammythart · Sep 2nd, 2004, 02:54 PM

Paul, can you change my vote from an inch to NO BIGGER??

jammythart · Sep 2nd, 2004, 02:55 PM

If you double the size, that would mean double everything....big seats!...big engine!

SoggyCornFlakes · Sep 2nd, 2004, 03:00 PM

It needs to be bigger so I can get a passenger in behind my seat when driving

Paul · Sep 2nd, 2004, 03:01 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by jammythart

Paul, can you change my vote from an inch to NO BIGGER??

OK, done.

The MINI will get bigger, the bonnet line has to raise for a start (for more than one reason), and the car is already wide for it's length, so when it "grows" it should still be in proportion, if not quite so "boxy" or squat as it is now.

I'm very interested in the next generation MINI, as that's the next MINI I plan (hope) to purchase!

Paul · Sep 2nd, 2004, 03:01 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by SoggyCornFlakes

It needs to be bigger so I can get a passenger in behind my seat when driving

Why not let them in while the car is stationary?

Eric B · Sep 2nd, 2004, 03:29 PM

If this poll had been posted by Soggy it would have had an entirely different meaning

Eric B · Sep 2nd, 2004, 03:30 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett

Why not let them in while the car is stationary?

PMSL Paul

gone_motoring · Sep 2nd, 2004, 03:46 PM

I always felt the MINI could get away with another inch or two of back seat room, and not have it be noticable in its outward appearance.

jammythart · Sep 2nd, 2004, 03:48 PM

I agree that slightly more space is needed in the rear, but could it also be said that the boot could do with more capacity??

minibat · Sep 2nd, 2004, 05:02 PM

Bigger is better? I don't want it any bigger. I didnt buy the car as a grocery getter, nor did I buy it as the primary family hauler. ITS ALL MINE!

Motor on

ScoobyInACooper · Sep 2nd, 2004, 05:10 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett

Why not let them in while the car is stationary?

Ah hah.. hi-larious.

I like it how it is, but It might be nice to be able to actually fit someone in those rear seats.

JoeDentist · Sep 2nd, 2004, 09:32 PM

I do not think that the proper question is "how much bigger can a Mini be?" Thats like the old question "How far can a dog run into the woods?" Answer: Half-way, then he is running out of the woods.

The real question is "Is there a need for a larger Mini style car - lets call it the Midi." Is there a need for a Midi? A car like the Mini, with its style and panache, but bigger. There is no need to eliminate the Mini, just add to the line. I, for one, could see a sort of Scion B-type Midi vehicle. Just not as a replacement for the Mini. In fact, from watching Fifth Gear on cable, and watching the price of oil, maybe we need a "Nano," an even smaller 2 seat Mini.

Paul · Sep 2nd, 2004, 09:34 PM

The question is how much bigger can the basic, hatchback, 3 door MINI be, before people on here would be unhappy, or not consider it "MINI" anymore.

LMB · Sep 2nd, 2004, 10:12 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett

OK, done.

The MINI will get bigger, the bonnet line has to raise for a start (for more than one reason), and the car is already wide for it's length, so when it "grows" it should still be in proportion, if not quite so "boxy" or squat as it is now.

I'm very interested in the next generation MINI, as that's the next MINI I plan (hope) to purchase!

I really like the squat look of the current Mini and I think it adds to the handling. To be honest I can't see how they can improve on it. For me looks wise it'll be change for the sake of change.

Is it 2007 that it's due?

IBMiniG · Sep 2nd, 2004, 10:38 PM

Isn't is 5 inches short of being able to compete in the WRC, let it grow to the minimum length, add an all wheel drive version, and lets see "Team MINI" in the WRC !!!!

If it gets too big I'll just be even happier I have mine

View Poll Results: How much more MINI is still "mini" enough?
An inch or two, no more!	28	25.69%
Between four and eight inches would be fine.	16	14.68%
As much as a foot, no more!	1	0.92%
A foot and a half maybe? As long as still looks cool!	1	0.92%
About two feet, maximum.	0	0%
NO BIGGER!!	63	57.80%
Voters: 109. You may not vote on this poll

Sep 2nd, 2004, 02:50 PM	#1
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 12:48 AM Posts: 40,778 Offline	How much BIGGER can a MINI be? The next generation MINI will be bigger than the current model, that's a fact. What isn't clear at this stage is just how much BIGGER the new MINI will be! In your view, how much longer can a MINI be, and still be called a MINI, after all, the MINI is only just "mini" as it is, being a shorter car than almost all other "proper" cars on the roads (even the Ford Ka!) but how far can MINI stretch it before it should be called MIDI? Vote now!

Sep 2nd, 2004, 02:52 PM	#2 (permalink)
jammythart MINININININININI! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Leicestersostershire Local Time: 12:48 AM Posts: 226 Offline	I vote no change, the proportions must be affected ie. longer, higher wider etc. Surely they can only be talking in millmetres! 0 days to go....lets drive!!! CAN YOU TELL WHAT IT IS YET!!!!

Sep 2nd, 2004, 02:54 PM	#4 (permalink)
jammythart MINININININININI! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Leicestersostershire Local Time: 12:48 AM Posts: 226 Offline	I was looking for that!! thanks 0 days to go....lets drive!!! CAN YOU TELL WHAT IT IS YET!!!!

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ButtonIt The Disorganiser My Classifieds Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Waiting for others Local Time: 12:48 AM Posts: 15,546 Offline	They'll just increase every measurement by 100% and make the car exactly twice the size and it'll probably still be smaller than some SUV's Sponsor our Rickshaw team, please click here for info

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Sep 2nd, 2004, 02:53 PM	#3 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 12:48 AM Posts: 40,778 Offline	Just added the "NO BIGGER!" option.

Sep 2nd, 2004, 02:54 PM	#6 (permalink)
jammythart MINININININININI! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Leicestersostershire Local Time: 12:48 AM Posts: 226 Offline	Paul, can you change my vote from an inch to NO BIGGER?? 0 days to go....lets drive!!! CAN YOU TELL WHAT IT IS YET!!!!

Sep 2nd, 2004, 02:55 PM	#7 (permalink)
jammythart MINININININININI! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Leicestersostershire Local Time: 12:48 AM Posts: 226 Offline	If you double the size, that would mean double everything....big seats!...big engine! 0 days to go....lets drive!!! CAN YOU TELL WHAT IT IS YET!!!!

Sep 2nd, 2004, 03:00 PM	#8 (permalink)
SoggyCornFlakes Awwww %%%% it! My Classifieds Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Northampton Local Time: 12:48 AM Posts: 33,065 Offline	It needs to be bigger so I can get a passenger in behind my seat when driving Cotswolds 6, you sixy thing you, come join the fun MINI2 Charity Ball 2009 ....... Global Moderator

Sep 2nd, 2004, 03:01 PM	#9 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 12:48 AM Posts: 40,778 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by jammythart Paul, can you change my vote from an inch to NO BIGGER?? OK, done. The MINI will get bigger, the bonnet line has to raise for a start (for more than one reason), and the car is already wide for it's length, so when it "grows" it should still be in proportion, if not quite so "boxy" or squat as it is now. I'm very interested in the next generation MINI, as that's the next MINI I plan (hope) to purchase!

Sep 2nd, 2004, 03:01 PM	#10 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 12:48 AM Posts: 40,778 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by SoggyCornFlakes It needs to be bigger so I can get a passenger in behind my seat when driving Why not let them in while the car is stationary?

Sep 2nd, 2004, 03:29 PM	#11 (permalink)
Eric B N.O.T. Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Where you left me Local Time: 04:48 PM Posts: 1,608 Offline	If this poll had been posted by Soggy it would have had an entirely different meaning

Sep 2nd, 2004, 03:30 PM	#12 (permalink)
Eric B N.O.T. Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Where you left me Local Time: 04:48 PM Posts: 1,608 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett Why not let them in while the car is stationary? PMSL Paul

Sep 2nd, 2004, 03:46 PM	#13 (permalink)
gone_motoring MINI owner Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Local Time: 07:48 PM Posts: 175 Offline	I always felt the MINI could get away with another inch or two of back seat room, and not have it be noticable in its outward appearance. 2004 DS/B MCS + JCW S 4818 - Premium, Cold Weather packages; HK, Xenons, Fogs, DSC, 16" V-spoke alloys and chrome mirror caps __________________________________________________ ________________________________

Sep 2nd, 2004, 03:48 PM	#14 (permalink)
jammythart MINININININININI! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Leicestersostershire Local Time: 12:48 AM Posts: 226 Offline	I agree that slightly more space is needed in the rear, but could it also be said that the boot could do with more capacity?? 0 days to go....lets drive!!! CAN YOU TELL WHAT IT IS YET!!!!

Sep 2nd, 2004, 05:02 PM	#15 (permalink)
minibat The S stands for speed! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Northern California Local Time: 03:48 PM Posts: 262 Offline	Bigger is better? I don't want it any bigger. I didnt buy the car as a grocery getter, nor did I buy it as the primary family hauler. ITS ALL MINE! Motor on

Sep 2nd, 2004, 05:10 PM	#16 (permalink)
ScoobyInACooper MINI2 Regular Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Waterloo, Ontario Local Time: 06:48 PM Posts: 118 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett Why not let them in while the car is stationary? Ah hah.. hi-larious. I like it how it is, but It might be nice to be able to actually fit someone in those rear seats.

Sep 2nd, 2004, 09:32 PM	#17 (permalink)
JoeDentist MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jul 2004 Local Time: 06:48 PM Posts: 227 Offline	I do not think that the proper question is "how much bigger can a Mini be?" Thats like the old question "How far can a dog run into the woods?" Answer: Half-way, then he is running out of the woods. The real question is "Is there a need for a larger Mini style car - lets call it the Midi." Is there a need for a Midi? A car like the Mini, with its style and panache, but bigger. There is no need to eliminate the Mini, just add to the line. I, for one, could see a sort of Scion B-type Midi vehicle. Just not as a replacement for the Mini. In fact, from watching Fifth Gear on cable, and watching the price of oil, maybe we need a "Nano," an even smaller 2 seat Mini.

Sep 2nd, 2004, 09:34 PM	#18 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 12:48 AM Posts: 40,778 Offline	The question is how much bigger can the basic, hatchback, 3 door MINI be, before people on here would be unhappy, or not consider it "MINI" anymore.

Sep 2nd, 2004, 10:12 PM	#19 (permalink)
LMB Toon Toon.. <div><a href= Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Up North Local Time: 12:48 AM Posts: 24,895 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett OK, done. The MINI will get bigger, the bonnet line has to raise for a start (for more than one reason), and the car is already wide for it's length, so when it "grows" it should still be in proportion, if not quite so "boxy" or squat as it is now. I'm very interested in the next generation MINI, as that's the next MINI I plan (hope) to purchase! I really like the squat look of the current Mini and I think it adds to the handling. To be honest I can't see how they can improve on it. For me looks wise it'll be change for the sake of change. Is it 2007 that it's due? Global Moderator

Sep 2nd, 2004, 10:38 PM	#20 (permalink)
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