THIS is the moment the three millionth ‘new’ Mini built since the brand was re-launched in 2001 rolled off the production line at Plant Oxford.
The five-door Hatch Cooper S with union flag paintwork carried the Minister of State for Transport, Baroness Kramer, as BMW employees celebrated the milestone.
The Cowley factory has now exported more than two million vehicles in the last 13 years.
BMW board member responsible for production, Harald Kruger said the city’s connection with BMW will continue into the future.
He said: “Plant Oxford is the home and heart of Mini.
“As we expand our network to meet global demand one thing remains for certain.
“Oxford will remain the international hub and centre of excellence for Mini manufacturing.
“Mini has been inspiring customers around the world for 55 years and our intention is to make Mini ever more successful in the future.
“A vital part of this is the contribution of our talented young apprentices.
“They are what I would call the future of the company.”
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