Mini Cooper celebrates 50 years

[Red Mist Viper]

If you think about it, the Viper will turn 20 soon. Is anyone pursuing a book about this milestone? Liang’s book set the benchmark to be sure, but it would be nice to see a 20 year history containing concept information to final production (which I hope is still far off). Additionally, some have conveniently forgotten or would argue that the Viper revived the horsepower wars of the 60’s muscle car era, debuting with 400 Hp and throw-back muscle car looks. Just a thought…thanks.

 

[Chuck 98 RT/10]

It was a throwback in more than just looks. Big cubes and no frills. The cubes continue to grow but it seems every new gen adds a couple bells and whistels. Which is not a good direction for Viper.