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Mini: An Intimate Biography by Christy Campbell tells the fascinating story of the iconic Mini, from its launch in 1959 to the end of its original production run in 2000 and the arrival of a new generation. Once a favourite among celebrities such as Princess Margaret, Steve McQueen, Paul Newman and the Beatles, the little car became a British national treasure, captured the imagination of a generation and earned a starring role in The Italian Job.
But the Mini’s success was not without problems. Despite its enormous popularity, the basic model was sold for less than it cost to produce, and by the early 1980s it had become a symbol of Britain’s troubled motor industry. Drawing on contributions from people who knew and admired the car, as well as its critics, Campbell explores its triumphs, setbacks and enduring appeal in a lively biography of one of motoring’s most recognisable icons.
