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Friday, July 19, 2013

Mini goes camping

Mini has unveiled three different concepts that should appeal to those who like the idea of spending the night with their car.



First up is a two-berth teardrop caravan called the Cowley. Named after the Oxford suburb where the Mini plant is located (not a popular camping destination, incidentally), it appears to be a rebranded version of the Camp-Runner Alpina. Among the Cowley’s features are a solar charger for the onboard 230v electrical system, as well as a rear-mounted kitchenette complete with sink, stove and fridge.




Mini Cowley Concept (2013) Rear SideMini Cowley Concept (2013) Interior



Next is the Camper, which is a modified Clubvan. Although just a single bed is squeezed in, its specification nevertheless includes a slide-out kitchen unit with a fridge and propane stove. There’s even a handheld shower that’s fed from an under-floor tank. The diminutive Clubvan Camper might be an interesting vehicle, but one potential rival - the Citroën Nemo-based Romahome R10 - is a more comprehensive conversion.




Mini Clubvan Camper Concept (2013) SideMini Clubvan Camper Concept (2013) Rear Side




Mini Clubvan Camper Concept (2013) RearMini Clubvan Camper Concept (2013) Interior



Finally, the Countryman All4 Camp uses a roof-top tent to provide accommodation for two people. When needed the upper half simply pops up to create a sleeping space, with access via a side-mounted ladder. However, when retracted it does look like an old mattress is being carted off to the rubbish dump.




Mini Countryman All4 Camp Concept (2013) Front SideMini Countryman All4 Camp Concept (2013) Rear Side



While the trio all seem production-ready, Mini is saying there are currently no plans to offer them for sale.



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