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  1. ex Lightwrangler

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    #8 ex Lightwrangler, Jul 31, 2014
    I definitely see your point, that might have made a really good story. They did have a classic in the shop and there were two for the unveiling.

    It was really interesting to meet Hunt's son Freddie, he's very friendly and seems to be very keen on MINIs in general. I might add the the person responsible for the design of this car has an R53. (So we know he has good taste - right?:wink:)
     
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    #9 Firebro17, Jul 31, 2014
    It's a great thing to see a tribute MINI dedicated to the late James Hunt. There have been so many outstanding special editions, both Classic and BMW, and this would be no exception. Hats off to Freddie Hunt and Guild Restoration for developing this car.

    Here's a shot of James Hunt racing a Classic back in the earlier days...
     

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    #2 GokartPilot, Jul 31, 2014
    Interesting, I like the aggressive scoop, not crazing about the chain link fence in the grill. I wonder if BMW is trying to camouflage the nose or draw more attention to it. :confused5:
     
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    #6 minirab, Jul 31, 2014
    Ugh
     
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    #7 Dave.0, Jul 31, 2014
    They should use classic mini's to make a James Hunt tribute car and not use modern MINI's at all.
     
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    #10 Crashton, Jul 31, 2014
    That's a great vintage photo!
     
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    #3 ex Lightwrangler, Jul 31, 2014
    As I understand this, there is no involvement by BMW. This is a custom shop creation. The new scoop is functional, which in its self is cool. I like the grill, it looks kind of urban warrior. :lol:
     
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    #4 GokartPilot, Jul 31, 2014
    Sorry missed that
     
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    #5 Dave.0, Jul 31, 2014
    Not liking that car at all.
     
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    #11 Dave.0, Jul 31, 2014
    And that's what they should have built.