Miniminist

Modernize a Classic Mini, to mix traditional know-how with modern technologies (starting with electric vehicle), taking care to preserve the spirit of vintage aesthetics.

The project is to modernize a Classic Mini, to mix traditional know-how with modern technologies, taking care to preserve the spirit of vintage aesthetics.

Objectives

  • Create a car that looks like it just came out of the factory.
  • Complete restoration to have an impeccable basis.
  • Sandblasting and powder coating.
  • Complete new paint.
  • Electric vehicle conversion.
  • Elimination of all the old mechanics.
  • Minimization of maintenance needs.
  • Ideally transform it as RWD (rear-wheel drive).
  • Modernization of certain components (LED headlights, electric windows, heater…).
  • Redesign of certain exterior and interior parts.
  • Tweaking of certain body details.
  • Minimalist dashboard with digital screen (and probably a Tesla-style tablet).
  • Dashboard buttons.
  • Door handles (interior and exterior).
  • Refurbishment or replacement:
  • Trim elements (interior and exterior).
  • Seats and all covers.

Manufacturing

  • Make sure what we do can be easily replicated (procedures, 3D models for digital fabrication…).
  • Isolate custom-made components so that they can be produced and sold separately.

Philosophy

  • Use current knowledge and technologies (by collaborating with experts).
  • Do things the way they must be done (no imaginary constraints).
  • Create educational content based on this project.

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