Since its launch in 2001, the "New Mini" has been a spectacular sales success in all its major markets, carving out is own identity in a marketplace full of increasingly bland small hatchbacks. It is a car that still turns heads, and has inspired a burgeoning aftermarket tuning and accessory industry, leading to the availability of a wide range of both official and aftermarket tuning packages. Written in down-to-eath languarge, this extensively illustrated manual is a practical enthusiast's guide to realistic mini tuning, providing advice on how to make the best of the options available.

What to look for and what to avoid when buying a project car. Advice on buying parts, including an appendix of recommended suppliers. Suspension, steering, braking system and gearbox modifications. Detailed engine modifications, including cylinder heads, fuel and ignition systems, cooling systems, exhaust systems, clutch and flywheel. Bodywork and interior modifications, including interior and exterior styling, and genuine and aftermarket accessories. Extensively illustrated using example cars and engine builds. Third title in the Haynes Performance Manual series, complementing the Mini Performance Manual and the VW Golf Performance Manual.