When is a mini not a mini?

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Rover is introducing the concept car ACV 30 in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the victory of the Mini-Cooper in the 1967 Monte Carlo Rally. Although the vehicle is a Mini, it has some features that were not possessed by the original versions, such as a rear engine and rear drive.

author: Norris, Ian
Mini automobiles, Minicars

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Caterham's new 21

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Caterham is testing its newest product called 21 so named in celebration of the British automobile maker's 21st anniversary. The roadster is loaded with Rover's K series engine which is capable of bringing up its speed from zero to 60-mph in 5.8 seconds and a maximum speed of 131-mph.

author: Norris, Ian
Automobiles, Caterham

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McLaren produces its million-dollar "GT" version

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McLaren will be producing five F1 LM cars, sports versions of the F1 supercar. The cars, which will be designed to sell for slightly more than $1 million each, will feature a 12-cylinder engine that will reach 668 bhp, 0-60 in under three seconds, and 225 mph.

author: Norris, Ian
McLaren Cars Ltd.

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