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MINI Adds (Mini) R/C Coopers to Olympic Track and Field Events

Quarter-scale remote-controlled cars to fetch discuses, javelins, shots and hammers.

By Joshua Condon Aug 2, 2012 12:57PM
Photo by MINI.James Bond, Mr. Bean, David Beckham, Her Majesty the Queen -- the 2012 London Olympics have thus far displayed myriad icons of Britishness. Now, MINI will add yet another touch o'Blighty to the sporting action at the Olympic Stadium with pint-size remote-controlled MINI Cooper cars meant to transport discuses, javelins, shots and hammers back from the throwing area during track and field competition.

The miniature MINIs are called -- well, Mini MINIs, actually, and are one-quarter-scale R/C Cooper hatchback models that can carry up to 18 pounds -- enough to tote a discus, shot, hammer or pair of javelins. The electric models can run for 35 minutes straight and feature blue-and-orange Olympic livery, white roofs and working headlights.

The British marque's integration into the throwing events is part of a larger Olympic effort by German parent company BMW, which operates a fleet of 160 BMW 1 Series Active E and 40 Mini E electric models in and around the Games.

Photo by MINI.[Source: MINI via CarScoop.]

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RottiJohn
Aug 2, 2012 1:59PM
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Cool! Might actually watch just to see the Mini mini at work! I have a JCW Mini that is supercharged! Great Great car! Hoping for an updated Mini Diesel version for my next purchase!
Tennessee_Stud
Aug 2, 2012 3:20PM
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This Mini should be called a Micro.
Someone
Aug 2, 2012 2:20PM
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I've always wanted a Mini, now maybe I can actually have one (in 1/4 scale!)
JOpinion
Aug 3, 2012 7:50AM
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Will these be available for purchase AFTER the Games??  It would be a "Great Fundraiser" for whatever charity is selected  for the money and a good tax write-off for the Company.  It would be up to the Company to make those decisions.
Datbemymoney
Aug 3, 2012 8:44AM
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Have a 2012 MINI Coop S Clubman. Cars are a blast to drive. Bought it to give to my son when he graduates High School in 2 years. Be perfect for college. But I get it first... 
Boy George
Aug 2, 2012 3:40PM
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It's more fun to drive the real thing!
ERNEST
Aug 2, 2012 2:46PM
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JCW MINIs are turbo charged.
gpntex
Aug 3, 2012 3:08AM
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will they have "mini" people driving them?
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