Special edition MINI Graphite set to tempt value-seekers

MINI is increasing its model range with the value-packed, special edition MINI Graphite. Offering enhanced standard equipment levels over existing Hatch models, the MINI Graphite edition will be available in MINI One, Cooper and Cooper D guise; each offering an unbeatable combination of low ownership costs – from just £210 per month – as well as exclusivity.

An impressive standard feature of every MINI Graphite edition is the inclusion of Dark Silver metallic paint, which is normally reserved for MINI Cooper S and John Cooper Works models. An array of similarly attractive options completes the MINI Graphite line-up:

MINI One Graphite (£13,075 OTR)
• Dark Silver metallic paint
• Black Bonnet Stripes
• White Indicator Lenses
• Piano Black Interior
• Graphite badge on B-pillars
• 15-inch Rotator Spoke alloy wheels

MINI Cooper Graphite (£14,590 OTR) and MINI Cooper D Graphite (£15,660 OTR)
• As MINI One Graphite, but with 16-inch Bridge Spoke alloy wheels
• Choice of Black or White Bonnet Stripes

Should a customer wish to specify these options on a standard MINI Hatch, the total cost of the extra kit (were Dark Silver metallic paint normally available on MINI One, Cooper and Cooper D models) would be £225-£280 over that of a standard MINI Graphite edition.

Orders for the MINI Graphite models are being taken now by UK dealers. The MINI One Graphite is available from £210 per month with a 36 month MINI Select finance agreement and £2,000 deposit.*

Special edition models have been hugely successful since the launch of the new MINI in July 2001. In recent years, editions carrying the monikers Checkmate, Park Lane and MINI One Se7en have set MINI owners apart from the pack and are highly sought after in the used car market. These editions have been instrumental in maintaining high MINI residual values and industry expert Glass’s has confirmed that the MINI One Graphite will command a three per cent higher residual value than the standard MINI One.**

The first owners of MINI Graphite edition models will undoubtedly be congregating at MINI United 2009, which is being held at Silverstone Circuit from 22-24 May this year. The festival welcomes MINI owners and non-owners, and the stunning entertainment line-up is sure to attract visitors from right around the globe. Paul Weller, Calvin Harris and newcomers Twisted Wheel top the bill and for an amazing £35, tickets can be purchased for the full weekend programme. Children under 14 go free. Tickets and further information can be found at www.miniunited.com

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Notes to Editors:
*MINI One Graphite – typical finance example: 34 Monthly Payments of £210.00, OTR price £13,075, deposit £2,000, amount of credit £11,075, first monthly payment £360.00, optional final payment £6,067.50, total amount payable £15,567.50, APR 10.1%.

**Standard MINI One Hatch RV after 36 months/60,000 miles: 47 per cent. MINI One Graphite RV after 36 months/60,000 miles: 50 per cent.