This Best of British Mini Cooper T Shirt celebrates the classic Mini which was introduced in 1959 and soon became a truly iconic piece of British popular culture that is still recognised the world over. Alec Issigonis’ masterpiece had a price tag of just £497 and from the outset the Mini offered good economy, lots of space for its size and incredible handling. The latter was not truly exploited until the arrival of the famous Mini Cooper in 1961 and Cooper S in 1963. Equipped with a tuned version of the A series engine and front disc brakes, the Coopers enjoyed Monte Carlo Rally success and were immortalised on screen in ‘The Italian Job’ in 1969.

The Mini was so well-loved that it found around 6 million buyers and remained in production for over 40 years – in time to see in the new millenium. In fact, it actually outlived the Austin Metro that was supposed to replace it back in 1980!

The car featured on this t-shirt is the final version with those striking Cooper bonnet stripes, wide arches and 4 spot lights, in many ways the archetypal Mini Cooper. It is a two colour print, with highlights on the bodywork represented by a white tint which allows the colour of the shirt to show through.

ABOUT THE SHIRT

The design is created from an original hand-drawn ink illustration, transferred onto my computer and digitised. It is a two colour print, with highlights on the bodywork represented by a white tint which allows the colour of the shirt to show through, making the colour of the car's bodywork.  I am a graphic designer and classic car fan who is trying to combine what I do with what I love. The t-shirts are printed in house to order with care and attention.

The design is printed onto Gildan Heavy Cotton t-shirts, which are a high quality 185 gsm, regular fit garment. The print has a retro distressed effect on it.

SIZES

Size guide as follows: Small 34/36" chest; Medium 38/40"; Large 42/44"; XL 46/48"; 2XL 50/52". We have provided a size guide in the images to help you. If possible compare the sizes to a well fitting t-shirt that you own already. Please choose your size carefully.

WASHING INSTRUCTIONS

Wash inside out at 40°. Do not tumble dry. Iron inside out or do not iron decoration.

These shirts are custom designed tribute items and are not official merchandise. The designs featured are for decorative purposes and imply no connection or endorsement to or from the subject.

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