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Description
Created from a need for economical transportation during the gas-rationing period of the 1950’s, the Mini was an overnight hit. Originally part of the Morris Motors stable, the Mini lost the “Morris” designation when the company merged with British Motors Corporation (BMC). Designed by Alec Issigonis, it was the first front-wheel-drive car with transversely (sideways) mounted engine.