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MiniWorld June 2019 9
Part of the Classics World Family
http://www.classicsworld.co.ukMost Mini fans love The Italian Job film. Those
who say they don't have probably seen it too many
times as it's often shown at Mini events. The comedy crime caper is
universally acknowledged as a classic and, for us, there is the added
benefit of it including Mini Coopers and one of the greatest car chases
of all time. So, with the film reaching its 50th anniversary, it's a great
time to reacquaint ourselves with it and celebrate it in all it's glory.
Author Matthew Field has put together a new book about the making
of the film and has shared some of the information with MiniWorld
readers ahead of its publication in June. See pages 88 to 95 to find
out why why expensive Minis starred in the film and not free Fiats.
Rob Eldridge's love of Mins began when he first saw The Italian Job. He
bravely took on a 1275GT restoration project as a teenager and it became
the wonderful Mini you can see on pages 24-30. Would this car still be
deteriorating in a garage if it wasn't for that film? Elsewhere in this issue (pages
34-40) you can find a Mini that has been converted by Mini modifiers Z Cars who
built a front-wheel drive Mini with Ford EcoBoost engine. Its styling was inspired
by the blue Italian Job Mini. It seems we really are all obsessed with the film!
Of course there is another important anniversary this year as, in August, our
beloved Mini turns 60. It's a bumper year for Mini events and I am really enjoying
getting along to all the shows as there's already a tangible excitement in the air
that will culminate with events in August. I can't wait!
I hope you enjoy the issue.
Karen Drury
Editor
[ Editor's welcome ]
On days like these
Me, chilling (well it was rather breezy on the seafront) during
the excellent Riviera Run. See our photos in the next issue.who say they don't have probably seen it too many