1988 Austin Mini City E | Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

A 1988 Austin Mini City E, from the late years of the classic Mini. The model is known for its compact rounded body and front-wheel drive, which give it quick, lively handling at modest speeds. Its engine sits across the front, so most of the length goes to the cabin. This car is finished in blue with a blue interior, so the colour carries from the exterior shots into the cabin. Its 998cc engine suits the light, small-scale character of the car. The small footprint leaves plenty of the location visible in frame, and the rounded shape gives a clear period focal point. Its size and 1980s look suit advertising, photography, fashion and editorial shoots, and film or television work set in that decade. The rounded body reads clearly even in tight streets, and a music video can use it as a compact, characterful subject. It also makes a warm choice for a wedding or a personal hire. The car is based in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire.