The original Austin Mini is one of those motoring icons that is instantly
recognizable anywhere and is known for its compact package, large usable
space and cat-like reflexes. It is one of those hip cars that makes the
driver cool no matter if he is Jason Bourne or Mr Bean. It is cool. But, if I learned one thing from high school, it is that the real trick of being cool is avoiding the appearance of trying to be cool -- the cool must naturally ooze from your pores. Like the bespectacled nerd who aces all of his classes even though he doesn't study -- he becomes cool because he appears effortless in his success. Now, what happens when you take that genius nerd, cover him in a leather jacket, ray bans, prison tats, teach him to throw 60 yard touchdown passes and grow a viking sized beard? Quite simply, you've got the recipe for a young Chuck Norris, or this
1975 Austin Mini ZCars Rear Engine Conversion
currently bidding for $16,100 reserve-not-met with $35,000 buy-it-now on eBay, located in Jupiter, FL with 4 days to go.
There is a joke about a Polish built Fiat that I could share, but it really isn't something fit for mixed company or people with weak stomachs...so instead I'll have to share this next car. Find this 1988 Fiat 126p offered for $4,500 in Southern Maine. Tip from Ryan.
