60 years of Mini: Cooper S is polished and youthful

Mini has matured well since its birth in 1959, and the Cooper S 60 Years Edition is proof of that

The steering wheel of Mini's 60 Years Edition Cooper S is grippy, helping the car to respond quickly and smoothly to inputs, conveying calmness even at a frantic pace.
The steering wheel of Mini's 60 Years Edition Cooper S is grippy, helping the car to respond quickly and smoothly to inputs, conveying calmness even at a frantic pace. ST PHOTOS: KUA CHEE SIONG
The steering wheel of Mini's 60 Years Edition Cooper S is grippy, helping the car to respond quickly and smoothly to inputs, conveying calmness even at a frantic pace.
The steering wheel of Mini's 60 Years Edition Cooper S is grippy, helping the car to respond quickly and smoothly to inputs, conveying calmness even at a frantic pace. ST PHOTOS: KUA CHEE SIONG
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I must be getting sappy with age, but it feels nice to drive a car which marks its 60th year at the same time as its driver. Especially if the car is well built and drives well.

The Mini Cooper S 60 Years Edition happens to be just that car. The test unit in British racing green, with a special 60 livery outside and inside the car, is a tasteful commemorative effort. Not too garish or tacky.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on July 20, 2019, with the headline 60 years of Mini: Cooper S is polished and youthful. Subscribe