Munich. According to
BMW/MINI a creative collaboration between young apprentices and their
instructors at the BMWs plant in Munich and Dingolfing has produced a
completely unique vision for MINI. Choosing the MINI Cooper S Paceman as their
base model, the students transformed the car into a two seater with a pickup
style cargo area. The powerful turbocharged engine, all-wheel drive ALL4 , a
modified suspension and numerous unique features available mean this versatile
car is ready for just about anything. The name: MINI Paceman Adventure.
SUBARU did a similar vehicle
years ago but is was a failure.
When BMW/MINI do it with the
Paceman Adventure I believe it will be a winner.I would prefer they do an all-wheel-drive model with all the bells and whistles. Towing ability would be enhanced if in North America the Turbo Diesel would be available.
They have taken the Brand to
the moon. This Adventure Paceman is a great vehicle for the MINI lovers whether
young or Old.
MINI's press release states that this latest creative vision
for the MINI brand demonstrates the level of talent at work amongst the BMW
Group’s young apprentices. The MINI Paceman Adventure combines the drive
technology of the 135 kW/184 hp MINI Cooper S Paceman ALL4 with an innovative
two-seater pick-up vehicle concept. The passenger compartment ends behind the
front seats where the spacious cargo area for luggage, tools and equipment
begins. In addition, a solid roof rack can accommodate a spare wheel.
The MINI Paceman Adventure
would be suitable for driving on gravel roads, through muddy tracks or on
desert trails. The pickup has the typically MINI short overhangs, a
modified chassis with extended ground clearance and much higher front and rear
clearance ramps. The snorkel-like roof level air intake means that MINI Paceman
Adventure could tackle a challenging river crossing. AMAZING! I would buy this vehicle for sure with the gas or diesel engine.
Additional lights mounted on
the front cross member of the roof rack optimize visibility at night, while
special off-road tires with wide and deep treads guarantee the perfect
traction. The MINI Paceman Adventure features exclusive Jungle Green metallic
paintwork.
The MINI Paceman Adventure
is a true one-off and there are no plans for series production. I doubt that. I predict in a few years
we will see a similar vehicle in North America.
Lets see what they do soon with the MINI BRAND PACEMAN ADVENTURE.
AUTO ADVISOR GROUP
BRUCE HUBBARD
BRADLEY HUBBARD
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