The exhibit
A tiny, ingenious British saloon whose space-efficient engineering changed the shape of the modern small car.
The Mini's transverse engine and front-wheel-drive layout created remarkable cabin space inside a very small footprint.
By the 1970s, the Mini 1000 had become a familiar expression of the design's enduring practicality and personality.
Ownership and legacy
This Mini is being prepared for a future Guthrie's Garage story. Owner history and detailed specifications will accompany the film.
Jim Guthrie's view
Few cars make packaging look this simple. The Mini's charm comes from engineering decisions that remain clever decades later.