There are few 60-year-old cars that evoke as much passion as the Mini does. Despite its age, hundreds of the pocket rockets are still raced up and down the country (and beyond), bringing joy to many.
But not all Minis are the same. Some are far removed from the humble hatchback Alec Issigonis penned in 1959. And some of the most extreme and bonkers versions – that are still front-wheel drive – can be found in the Fastest Mini in the World Race. Unsurprisingly, as its name suggests, this contest features highly developed Minis including those with spaceframe chassis, fibreglass bodies and, in some cases, immense V8 power.
