What would it take to turn a rusting wreck into road-fit modern classic?

In this hugely enjoyable Discovery television series, motoring journalists Mike Brewer and Edd China rescue a Austin Mini from the scrap yard and embark on a restoration that proves to be a true labour of love.
With a tight budget and limited time, can our heroes get the car back on the road - and maybe even sell it on for a profit?

Mini Video Magazine was a concept launched by enthusiast David Scargill in 2007. The aim was to launch a quarterly DVD documenting Mini events over each period. This first DVD covers a number of events in 2007, including...

The Blackpool Mini Run, Mini Showdown, Normanby Hall, Auto 66 - Elvington Car Sprint, Trent Valley Mini owners meet

Story Of The Mini / £12.72 / 75 Mins approx / PAL An action-packed story of the small car with the big personality! Ever since introduced in 1959, the Mini has captured the hearts of millions of small-car lovers worldwide. It has become a motoring icon, a fashion icon and a winner on the racetracks of the world. Now you can fully explore the unique appeal and genuine fun that the Mini inspires. Exclusively shot footage to chart the rise of one of the most popular cars ever made!

Mini at 50 - Anniversary of an icon / £15.56 + p&p / PAL / 81 mins

Join the biggest gathering of Mini enthusiasts ever as the small car with a big personality turns 50.

In May 2009, more than 25,000 Mini fans from around the globe descended on the legendary Silverstone circuit for an extraordinary and action-packed celebration of the style icon that defied convention and became an instant classic.

This film gives you access all areas to the biggest ever Mini United festival. You get up close with classic, modern and modified Minis, hear from enthusiasts and famous fans, experience thrilling race and stunt action, plus discover what the future holds for this popular little car.

British Touring Car Champion and TV commentator Tim Harvey is our guide as we soak up the unique carnival atmosphere and become part of the ever-friendly Mini community as owners and fans explain the enduring popularity of this mould-breaking little wonder.

There’s a mouth-watering array of personalised Minis from around the world, original classics – including the very first to roll off the Oxford production line in 1959 – and the very latest John Cooper Works creation makes an appearance. Top stunt driver Russ Swift is on hand to demonstrate just how excellent the Mini’s handling is with his spectacular skills, and rally legend Paddy Hopkirk recalls his 1964 Monte-Carlo Rally victory, which set the Mini on the road to becoming a world-beater on the motorsport stage.

The highlights just keep coming as we enjoy this incredible birthday party: a world record for the biggest collection of the limited edition Mini GPs; classic and modern Minis in fast and furious racetrack action; a look into the future with a glimpse of the all-wheel-drive concept Mini and the electric-powered Mini E – there was just so much to enjoy at Mini United 09.

If you were there, this is an essential record – if you couldn’t make it, find out just what a birthday blast you missed!

Ever since it was introduced to the motoring public in 1959 the Mini has captured the imagination and hearts of millions of small car lovers worldwide. Many different versions have been launched over the years yet the basic design has changed very little from the original concept created by Sir Alec Issigonis. It has become a motoring icon, a fashion icon and a winner on the racetracks of the world. So what is it exactly that has endeared this little car to so many for so long?

The Minifilms team have gathered together some of the iconic A-Series engine upgrades to demonstrate how effectively they work and which might suit the modern Mini enthusiast. A magnificent Mk1 Cooper S sets the benchmark, with a remarkable performance in the hands of Mini Miglia champion, Bill Sollis, but it's quickly followed by 1380, 7-port, turbo and supercharged examples of the breed, before being topped off with the most recent A-Series tuning fad, a K1100 BMW cylinder head on the A-series block. Add in a turbo for good measure and you have 230bhp!

This is an extended version of the Central TV documentary Mini – Wizardry On Wheels (55 mins) narrated by actor Hugh Laurie which was produced for the 40th Anniversary in 1999. The amazing story of the Mini is brought to life through spectacular film footage from the official company archives. Enjoy period promotional offerings, TV and cinema advertisements and original launch films. Meet the famous creator Alec Issigonis.

London to Brighton 2010 / £12 + p&p / PAL / 90 mins

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the London To Brighton Mini Run is one of the biggest events in the Mini calendar. This film not only follows the run, but also some of the Mini nuts preparing their cars for it. The include Mel, who’s been preparing her Mini van for seven years, Barry and Mark who are putting one together using nothing but junk from the garage, and Lionel who’s probably the oldest runner at 96. Whether you attended this event or not, if you’re a Mini fan this DVD is for you.