A Very MINI Cooper Design Cue Trivia Quiz

6. At max, how many times does the oval motif (rounded, pointed, and asymmetrical) appear on the 2003 MINI Cooper S (loaded with all options)?

(71 times)
Rounded (54): Clock bezel, clock switches (x2), overhead mic bezel, sunroof switch bezel, rearview mirror, sunshade swivel mount plates (x2), speedo alphanumeric display bezel, tacho alphanumeric display bezel, onboard computer display select switch, horn buttons (x2), side-view mirrors (x2), side-view mirror control panel, side-view mirror selector switch slot, Flat Tire Monitor reset switch, hand brake boot opening, hand brake housing screw covers (x2), door ovals (x2), auto air conditioner switches (x8), seat height adjustment handle (x2), seat fore/aft adjustment handle (x2), Boost radio switch row, Boost radio display row, Boost radio CD slot row, headlights (x2), lower radiator grille, “S” hood scoop opening, side marker lenses (x2), outside door handle cups (x2), back-up light lens, Multi-function steering wheel switch pads (x6), dash airbag sign

Pointed (9): vanity mirrors (x2), dome light, control stalk ends (viewed from side, x2), pedals (x4)

Asymmetrical, stylized (8): side marker grilles (x2), Vent air intakes (x2), rear bumper faux grilles (x2), high brake light, central defrost duct

(For the MINI, drop the rear bumper faux grilles and hood scoop opening and add bumper insert locations (x4) for a total of 72)

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7. What is unique about the bonnet/body shut line?

Answer

"Cogito ergo Zoom"