1964 Austin Mini | Whitfield, Kent

A 1964 Austin Mini, the small British saloon that turned its engine sideways and drove the front wheels, freeing cabin room for four. It became a fixture of 1960s British life, and three Minis featured in the car chase of The Italian Job in 1969. This car is cream with a red interior, a soft, warm pairing that sits cleanly against brick, foliage or a painted backdrop. The short, upright body leaves plenty of room in shot for the location around it, and the red interior gives close-up frames a strong accent colour. That suits period advertising, fashion and editorial shoots, music videos and 1960s-set film and TV, where the shape sets the scene unaided. At events it gives guests something to gather round and photograph. It also makes a charming car for a wedding or birthday. It is based in Canterbury, Kent.