The 1275 cc engine had 65 hp and an empty weight of 711 kg. Since the price of at that time amounted to over 30,000 DM only approx. 2,800 pieces could be sold.
This so-called factory convertible with body kit was not built however with Rover, but with an English subcontractor and only from 1993-1996.
Top speed: 148 km/h
By the way, the Mini Cabriolet 1275cc is only one of about 140 special models, which were offered in the course of its production time. However also one of the most expensive and for it also very successful. With 30.000,- DM for most however much too expensive.
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