Mini has made a reputation out of creating odd and unique show cars, and they are at it again with the seaworthy Mini Convertible boat. Rather than a rickety shamble of metal and welds like the Mini Yacthsman, the new floating Mini carries an appearance identical to a standard Mini Convertible.
The car was created as part of Mini’s new “Motor-Tober Not Normal Sales Event”. “We challenged our regional staff and the dealers in their respective areas to identify ‘Not Normal’ ways to celebrate this Motor-Tober by engaging the MINI community and demonstrate why it’s an exciting brand family to be part of,” said Tom Salkowsky, Mini USA Marketing Manager.
The boat/car was officially launched last weekend at the Head of the Charles Regatta. The Mini gets the distinct honor of being the only vehicle on the water that isn’t a rowing boat. The Mini is propelled through the water by a 6 horsepower outboard motor, and was driven by a member of the HOCR River Control Committee to monitor the safety of the rowers.
“We are pleased and excited to support MINI in this creative activation strategy and look forward working with them this weekend. We have never before allowed a company to float a car on the Charles during racing,” said Fred Schoch, executive director of the event.
Not normal indeed, Mini.
