MINI Classic Mini — Heritage evolution

Alec Issigonis's transverse-engine, front-drive original (1959–2000) — the car that defined the small car and lent its name to the marque.
7 generations, oldest to newest — open any step for details.

Mk I1959–1967
1959
MINI Classic Mini Mk Iⓘ
New generation
Mk I
📅 1959–1967

The original BMC design (Morris Mini-Minor / Austin Seven); sliding windows, external hinges, rubber-cone suspension.

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Mk II1967–1970
1967
MINI Classic Mini Mk IIⓘ
New generation
Mk II
📅 1967–1970

Restyled grille and larger rear window; wider range of engines.

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Mk III1969–1976
1969
MINI Classic Mini Mk IIIⓘ
New generation
Mk III
📅 1969–1976

New bodyshell with concealed door hinges and wind-up windows replacing the sliding type.

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Mk IV1976–1983
1976
MINI Classic Mini Mk IVⓘ
New generation
Mk IV
📅 1976–1983

Rubber-mounted front subframe and twin column stalks for improved refinement.

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Mk V1984–1990
1984
MINI Classic Mini Mk Vⓘ
New generation
Mk V
📅 1984–1990

12-inch wheels and front disc brakes standard; the era of bright special editions.

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Mk VI1990–1996
1990
MINI Classic Mini Mk VIⓘ
New generation
Mk VI
📅 1990–1996

1275cc A-Plus engine standardised; single-point fuel injection from 1991; Cooper revived.

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Mk VII1996–2000
1996
MINI Classic Mini Mk VIIⓘ
New generation
Mk VII
📅 1996–2000

Final version: twin-point injection, front-mounted radiator and a driver airbag; production ended Oct 2000.

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