THE 2005 MINI CONVERTIBLES The MINI Cooper Convertible and the MINI Cooper S Convertible bring the fun of open top motoring to the MINI brand

Table of Contents: 1: OVERVIEW - Mini Cooper Convertible & MINI Cooper S Convertible: Genuine MINI 2 2: EXTERIOR - Always a MINI, Top Up or Down 6 3: INTERIOR - A Sporty Cockpit 9 4: SAFETY - F.I.R.S.T. - Fully Integrated Road Safety Technology 11 5: POWER TO THE PEOPLE - MINI's Lively Powertrain 14 6: SUSPENSION - Low, Wide and Agile 18 7: HIGH TECH DROPTOP - Electronic Systems 19 8: CRAFTED IN OXFORD - MINI Production 21 9: MINI AND THE BMW GROUP IN THE UNITED STATES 23 10: STANDARD AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 24 11: MINI 2005 MODEL YEAR OPTION PRICES AND PACKAGES 25

OVERVIEW

The MINI Cooper Convertible & MINI Cooper S Convertible: Genuine MINI
Since MINI debuted in the U.S. market in 2002, not only has it been producing
and selling cars at a rate far exceeding early estimates, but MINI is now
introducing its second body style in the form of the MINI Cooper Convertible
and the MINI Cooper S Convertible. These two new models further expand the
product range and MINI?s presence in the marketplace as an established brand
with a growing portfolio of products.

The MINI Cooper Convertible and MINI Cooper S Convertible are authentic
four-passenger convertibles, engineered from the ground up to be fun-to-drive
cars while offering a high level of safety and practicality. The design of the
MINI Convertible does not compromise appearance, functionality and engineering,
and remains honest to the MINI concept of go-kart-like performance and a truly
recognizable ?MINI? appearance from every angle.

Cool Convertible Concept
Following Alec Issigonis?s concept that he used as his blueprint for the first
generation Mini in 1959, the MINI Convertible utilizes its compact exterior
dimensions while making optimum use of its surprisingly spacious four-passenger
interior. And the stiff body/chassis package, combined with its sport tuned
suspension, gives the MINI Convertible superior handling and agility.

The MINI Convertible is packed with sophisticated technology that reinforces
MINI?s premium positioning within its market segment, most notably the fully
automatic roof with a truly unique integrated sliding sunroof function and the
expandable easy loading system to maximize accessibility to the rear cargo
area. Other technology includes multi-arm rear suspension, runflat tires with
a tire monitoring system and an available navigation system. As a global
product, the major markets for the MINI Convertible are primarily the United
States, England and Germany followed by other Western European and Asian
countries.

The MINI Convertible Roof ? Two Ways To Enjoy Open Motoring
The MINI Convertible comes on the scene with a unique offering in the
convertible market ? a fully automatic convertible roof with a power sunroof
integrated into the top.

The sliding sunroof on the MINI Convertible is designed with a rigid panel
under the first section of the canvas. When the top button is first pressed,
the section slides back along the top rails to create an opening overhead of 15
3/4 inches. The sliding sunroof can be operated while the vehicle is in motion
up to speeds of 75 mph, offering open-air motoring while on the go. With the
sunroof open, or the top fully lowered, the MINI Convertible is ?Always Open?
to the elements.

In its standard mode, the MINI Convertible?s roof goes from closed to open, in
just over 15 seconds. The roof operates at the touch of a button and does not
require the manual release of any latches.

Powered by an electro-hydraulic system, the top?s frame mechanism automatically
unlatches and retracts. The four side windows lower automatically as the soft
top folds neatly to the rear.

The ingenious and compact ?z?-shaped folding mechanism lets the roof fold
compactly to store behind the rear seats. Also, there is no need for a tonneau
cover when the top is folded because the front section of the roof provides
protection when the soft top is down.

The top operation can also be controlled by ingenious features built into the
remote locking system. The key-operated remote locking system not only
operates the doors, trunk and fuel door, but can open the roof and side windows
from a distance up to 49 feet.

The first press of the unlock button on the key fob unlocks the driver door.
When the button is pressed and released a second time, the passenger door, fuel
filler flap and rear boot lid all unlock. If the button is pressed the second
time and held, all four windows lower and the sunroof opens up. Lastly, if the
key fob button is released, then pressed and held for the third time, the
convertible top will fully retract ? all this can be done without opening a
door.

The top can also be fully closed from outside the car. By inserting the key
into the driver?s door lock, turning and then holding it in the locked
position, the top will raise and fully latch, all four windows will close
simultaneously and the doors and rear boot will automatically lock.

To top it off, the MINI Convertible top comes standard with a heated glass rear
window that helps to maintain a clear view even in inclement weather; the top
comes in three colors, blue, black and green.

Room to Haul
Another truly unique feature of the MINI Convertible top is the easy load
system. This feature allows the carI to swallow up cargo through the rear boot
in a very ingenious way:

With the top up, the lower rear edge of the top can be unlatched from inside
the cargo area. This allows the rear edge to swing up 35 degrees to increase
the size of the rear opening, easily allowing large items to pass into the
cargo area. Due to the MINI Convertible?s very rigid body structure, there is
no need for a cross member at the top of the rear boot opening, nor a need for
a rear bulkhead behind the rear seats. This allows for 50/50 split rear
folding seats that can easily accommodate large or awkward sized items.

With the top in the up position, trunk capacity is 5.8 cubic feet, and even
with the top down, the trunk provides 4.2 cubic feet of luggage space. With
the rear seats folded down, cargo capacity is increased to a remarkable 21.3
cubic feet. Maximum load capacity is 771 pounds. While the top is down, the
rear seatbacks are lockable in their upright position, so luggage in the trunk
is protected from theft.

A rear parcel shelf is provided for safety and security. With the top lowered,
the rear parcel shelf acts as a shield for the rear glass window to protect
from possible damage by cargo in the rear boot. The top has a safety feature
whereby the top will not lower unless the rear parcel shelf is properly
installed.

With the top in the up position, the parcel shelf obstructs the view into the
rear cargo area so valuables can be securely stowed out of view. The cargo
shelf can be easily taken out when maximum cargo space is needed.

Taken from classic Mini design, the Convertible has externally mounted hinges
on the rear bootlid that is designed to swing down to open. These signature
MINI hinges are further accentuated with the optional exterior chrome trim
package. When open, the boot lid is held in position by two supports, creating
a practical loading platform capable of carrying up to 175 pounds ? making the
open bootlid a perfect place to hold a cooler or snacks when tailgating.

An added benefit that the boot lid opens downward is that it offers easier
visibility and access to the rear cargo area without the need to bend down or
duck under the open lid. The MINI Convertible also comes with a soft-touch
electric latch release located in the boot handle.