1998 BMW Mini 1.3i | Silchester, Hampshire

A late example of the classic Mini, the small, rounded British car with front-wheel drive and a name for nimble handling. It is liked for how much character fits into so little car. The 1.3i name points to the fuel-injected 1.3-litre engine of the final years. This car is blue with a black interior, a plain, cheerful pairing that reads clearly against brick, seafront or city streets. Its short body leaves plenty of room in frame for the location behind it, and the dark cabin keeps interior shots uncluttered. Photography, fashion and editorial shoots can make use of those small proportions and clean colour. Advertising and film or TV work set in Britain can use the rounded shape as a period marker, and events can place it as a friendly focal point. A wedding arrival or birthday outing works equally well. The car is based in Southampton, Hampshire.