Here’s something that looks like it might become yet another MINI derivative. Called the BeachComber Concept the car is a hark back to the old Mini Moke of 1964 which was like the beach Bug that we sometimes see on the roads and beaches today.
It pretty much doesn’t have a roof nor doors so that occupants may feel as close to nature as possible. Should it start raining a foldable roof can be extended and some plastic doors with windows clubbed on. Other styling features include a chrome frame on the grille, a large air intake, foglights and a power dome on the bonnet.
Off-road runflat tyres are fitted to the 17-inch alloy wheels, all of which are driven by a supposed turbocharged engine. We don’t know what kind of engine but we can only assume the range’s 1.6-litre worth between 128kW and 155kW is in use. Chrome frame, a large air intake, foglights and a power dome on the bonnet to symbolise the potency of the engine.
BeachComber can swallow up kit like surfboards while taking up four passengers. Interior materials used ensure that water doesn’t damage any of the equipment.
MINI will exhibit the concept at the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit next month. Should they decide to produce it the BeachComber will then join the current hatch, Clubman and Convertible, as well as the three others; Crossman SUV, Coupe and Roadster.
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