This exclusive interpretation of an open-top two-seater was created by MINI and Touring Superleggera, the tradition-steeped design and coach building house based in Milan. The MINI Superleggera™ Vision is on the one hand a classic roadster, a compact and agile two-seater, expressing the most minimalist and emotional style of motoring; and on the other hand its electric drivetrain gives the car distinctly modern driving dynamics. In collaboration wîth MINI, Touring Superleggera™ has designed and built an elaborately crafted, unique model which blends the tradition of classic coachwork construction wîth the MINI's authentic British styling to create timeless aesthetic appeal. (conceptcarz.com)
The cabin is awash in aluminum and leather trim, but it's a generally minimalist design. The overall theme blends more classic roadster characteristics with traditional Mini touches, and is most notable when looking at the large, thin-rimmed, three-spoke steering wheel harkens back to old British roadsters. That's accented by the centrally mounted speedometer and the column-mounted tachometer, both classic Mini features. Under hood, there's an electric drivetrain, although completely absent of any details on it. (autoblog.com)
The cabin is awash in aluminum and leather trim, but it's a generally minimalist design. The overall theme blends more classic roadster characteristics with traditional Mini touches, and is most notable when looking at the large, thin-rimmed, three-spoke steering wheel harkens back to old British roadsters. That's accented by the centrally mounted speedometer and the column-mounted tachometer, both classic Mini features. Under hood, there's an electric drivetrain, although completely absent of any details on it. (autoblog.com)
Update March 2015: According to Car magazine in the UK, the droptop has a green light for production from the BMW board and could arrive in showrooms by 2018. However, the company’s top executive, Peter Schwarzenbauer was quick to dismiss such allegations. (autoevolution.com)
(Photos from conceptcarz.com & classicdriver.com)