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The last-blast special edition of the original new Mini the Sidewalk adds some luxury touches to the already appealing cabriolet models. Four paintwork choices, cool 17-inch light alloy wheels and an interior featuring a bi-colour leather steering wheel and gearknob with special Sidewalk trim underlines the Sidewalk’s style. But it’s not just about looks with the Sidewalk as Automatic Stability Control and Traction (ASC+T) also features, ensuring that you can enjoy the Sidewalk’s sweet handling as safely as possible.

The best way to enjoy Mini open-top motoring, the Sidewalk’s time is now – with the summer finally arriving. It’s the only car on our list currently on sale new and with a replacement in the pipeline you should be able to bargain for a discount. Being a special edition it’ll be more collectable in the future, too. But don’t buy one to keep mothballed in the garage, get out and enjoy the sun in it. It’s brilliant.

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