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Limited-edition Mini adds appealing dash of glamour
Tricked-out 1499 GT gets black-and-gold colour scheme and sporty tweaks
The Mini family is reaching maxi proportions with yet another new version added to the line-up, this time in a 1499 GT three-door model that pays homage to one of the most celebrated Minis of yesteryear. Due to reach South African showrooms in October, the car is a nod to the 1275 GT of 1969, which had a distinctive design and a larger (1275cc) engine than the standard 998cc Mini of the time. Under the bonnet of this special-edition car is the same 100kW/220Nm 1.5l three-cylinder turbo petrol engine that powers the Mini Cooper, which is said to be good for 0-100km/h in 7.8 seconds. But the outer skin gets a rework with a black and gold colour scheme to give it a more menacing and sporting presence. Along with the Midnight Black colour with gold 1499 GT side stripes, the car comes with a John Cooper Works styling pack with distinctive front and rear bumpers, side skirts, spoiler and door entry plates. The footwear comprises 17-inch Track Spoke black alloy wheels, gold Union Jack mirr...
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