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Mini in the Park (MITP) boasted an action packed day with a number of competitions to keep its guests entertained, […]","datePublished":"2012-08-16","dateModified":"2012-08-16","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"http:\/\/213.229.71.102\/~motorvis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/wm-mv-IMG_2150-new.jpg","url":"http:\/\/213.229.71.102\/~motorvis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/wm-mv-IMG_2150-new.jpg","height":"373","width":"577"},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/mini-in-the-park-2012-show-report\/","about":["Cars","CLASSIC CARS","Clubs \/ Events","LATEST CAR NEWS","Modified Cars"],"wordCount":305,"keywords":["1996 mini cooper","1996 mini copper MITP","bmw mini","british mini","car clubs","Chopped up mini","chopped up new BMW mini","chopped up old mini","classic","classic cars","classic mini","classic mini pickup","concours","cooper","Honda Civic type R engined Mini","Italian Job Mini","Mini","Mini 1275 GT","Mini car club","Mini car club concours","mini cooper","mini festival","mini in the park","Mini pickup","mini stunts","MITP","modified mini","Modified Mini's","new mini","Old mini pickup","original mini","performance direct","rat-look mini","rear engined Honda civic engine","rear engined mini","Santa Pod","Santa Pod Raceway","Terry Grant","top cat mini","win-a-mini"],"articleBody":"Performance Direct\u00a0were proud sponsors of Mini in the Park 2012 at Santa Pod Raceway. Held this year on Sunday 12 August, it was an event not to be missed. With the weather unusually sunny for a \u00a0British summers day , the festival welcomed owners of classic Minis, new Minis and\u00a0Mini Clubs, as well as other car fans of all ages. Mini in the Park (MITP) boasted an action packed day with a number of competitions to keep its guests entertained, from Mini Run-What-Ya-Brung to the\u00a0Win-A-Mini competition, \u2018Fireforce\u2019 Jet car, Monster Truck live action, Aerobatic display and much more.The day was bursting\u00a0with entertainment, with special guests including Terry Grant who performed live Mini stunts in the Action Arena. Terry, the renowned daredevil stunt driver, currently holds numerous world records and, as\u00a0a well known\u00a0celebrity in the motoring world, was quite a big attraction himself!One of the\u00a0show highlights was\u00a0a visit to Concours Corner (Show \u2018N\u2019 Shine) to see the best British Classic Minis and the New Minis competing to win some prestigious MITP silverware, which was presented by Performance Direct\u2019s Marketing Director Matthew Collett. Italian Job MiniItalian Job Mini rearMini 1275 GTClassic Mini PickupClassic Modified MiniRear engined Honda Civic Type-R MiniRat-look Modified Mini’sMini Car ClubTop Cat Mini1996 Mini Cooper 1.3i (Win-a-mini MITP)Chopped up new BMW Mini Cooper SChopped up classic Mini with nitro kitWhether you\u2019re mad about Mini\u2019s, you have an appreciation for classic or modified cars or your just looking for an action packed day out Mini in the Park is the place for you. See you there next year!If you are looking for insurance for your Mini make sure you visit www.performancedirect.co.uk\/mini – discounts available for Car Club members! "},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Mini in the Park 2012 – Show Report","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/mini-in-the-park-2012-show-report\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]