Mini Countryman Woodie MKII Island Blue

The Mini was arguably the most influential British car of the 20th century. Designed by Sir Alec Issigonis and launched in 1959, the mini was in production for over 40 years. In the wake of the Suez crisis in 1956, the market for German bubble cars increased dramatically but Leonard Lord, the head of the British Motor Corporation, hated them so much he laid down the basic specification for the Mini.  Over the many years that the car was in production, there were many variants, but one of the most popular was the estate or station wagon otherwise known as the Countryman. 

Originally badged as the Austin Seven Countryman, the Seven was dropped in 1962 with the car becoming simply the Austin Mini Countryman. Our illustration shows the model that was sold between 1967 to 1969.  This model received a number of modifications including the 998cc engine rather than the older 848cc which improved performance but the model was officially discontinued in 1969. Whilst the standard model was finished in plain steel, the “Woodie” featured in our illustration was also available. The “woodie” was, as the name suggests, finished with wood detailing similar to the classic Morris Minor Traveller.

Nevertheless, the car has become much loved in classic car circles, and as a result, commands high prices when a nice one becomes available!

An ideal gift or a treat for yourself, or any Mini enthusiast, perfect for the office, living room, den or garage!

Print size: A3 (420mm x 297mm) printed on 170gsm white silk paper.

Delivered in a strong cardboard postal tube, ready to hang or be framed.