The Story of MiniBy: Ben Custard Series: The Story of Cars The Story of Mini is a pocket sized and beautifully illustrated celebration of the iconic car. For more than 60 years, the Mini has been one of the most beloved and instantly recognisable cars on the road. From its humble beginnings with the British Motor Corporation in 1959, to the modern BMW backed models of today, The Story of Mini tells the story of the car and the unique culture that has built up around