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4. 1983 Mini Sprite

The Sprite recalled the spirit of Austin Healy Sprite. It came either in Cinnabar Red or Primula Yellow and had black

bumpers, grille, and wheel arch extensions, as well as a side stripe and Sprite logo.

It boasted alloy wheels and came with herringbone fabric upholstery.




5. 1984 Mini 25

1984 was the silver anniversary of Mini production, so the special edition naturally came in Silver Leaf Metallic, with

Nimbus Grey trim.

A red decal stripe and Mini 25 logo adorned the sides while the interior was in luxury velvet with red piping and red

seatbelts. 12-inch wheels and a stereo radio cassette came as standard




6. 1985 Mini Ritz

“Not everybody gets to live it up in the Ritz,” declared the advertisement for the Mini Ritz, evoking the luxurious hotel.

Launched in January 1985  and limited to 2,200 cars, the Ritz came in Silver Leaf with chrome detailing and red decals.

The interior was a stylish combination of red, blue, and grey velour, and it boasted 12-inch alloy wheels. When stocks sold

out they gave way to the Mini Chelsea.