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wickey ◊ 2006-06-02 16:10	newer model than the red one. In use since ep.03.
BeanBandit ◊ 2006-06-02 16:46	Also used on animation version. But for some reason or other, the animation car has different license plate. http://www.newvideo.com/images/boxart/AAE70906-03.jpg
G-MANN ◊ 2006-06-02 21:14	Technically this is a British Leyland car. On the DVLA website it's make is listed as "Leyland Cars" I believe the Mini was sold under several different brands during it's lifetime, including Austin, Morris, British Leyland and finally, Rover. The thing is the whole history of Austin becoming part of Morris and British Leyland seems pretty complex, should Minis on this mainly be listed as Austins and then Rovers in their final incarnation? -- Last edit: 2006-06-02 21:14:59
mr dellorto ◊ 2006-06-25 22:50	At one episode this black/green mini were crushed by a tank. and what bean is does for living he is a guard in museum (at the bean the movie 1997)
wickey ◊ 2006-07-01 12:11	in ep. 11 two of them
wickey ◊ 2006-07-01 12:12	mr dellorto wrote At one episode this black/green mini were crushed by a tank. and what bean is does for living he is a guard in museum (at the bean the movie 1997) ep. 11
landrover1 ◊ 2006-11-18 20:09	wickey wrote in ep. 11 two of them weird, the two have the same paint theme...
bent8rover ◊ 2007-04-15 23:04	Bean security, from Ep. 1.12
mr.hollwoodcar ◊ 2008-10-11 02:21	wickey wrote ep. 11 Poor Mini
Road Wars Fanatic ◊ 2009-04-16 18:35	This should be down as part of the movie
caioficetech ◊ 2010-04-13 22:08	Different Whells...Diferent Hear Lights...In the episode that he rushes to the dentist, it's a post 1978 Mini 1000, because it has Reverse Lights and Windscreen Washer... In this episode it's a before 1978 Mini Special, because it doesn't have reverse lights...
caioficetech ◊ 2010-04-13 22:09	/vehicle_37622-Volvo-245.html See?
Kazimann ◊ 2010-07-21 15:50	The vehicle details for SLW 287R are: Date of Liability 01 10 1991 Date of First Registration 01 03 1977 Year of Manufacture 1977 Cylinder Capacity (cc) 998CC CO2 Emissions Not Available Fuel Type Petrol Export Marker Not Applicable Vehicle Status Unlicensed Vehicle Colour GOLD Vehicle Type Approval
Lantzs09 ◊ 2010-12-21 04:54	I always think this is an Austin Mini. but look at the badge it's a Mini 1000
Jakub1999 ◊ 2011-03-10 21:55	I have the same toy car.
kudos ◊ 2012-06-04 00:41	Anyone know the name of the colour?
dsl ◊ 2012-06-04 01:02	Apparently Citron, not Limeflower or Applejack Green - http://www.practicallyclassics.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=3028 .
kudos ◊ 2012-06-04 11:50	Thanks!
valiant1962 ◊ 2012-06-06 08:15	This 1979 model was on display at the National Motor Museum Beaulieu in June 2011, apparently used in series three. -- Last edit: 2012-06-06 08:17:54
LUKASGTUK ◊ 2012-10-28 17:18	Mr Bean in GoodWood Revival 2009
LUKASGTUK ◊ 2012-10-28 17:33	episode 11
AOLJU ◊ 2013-07-03 14:35	I also think it should be listed as a five stars car, because it has an important role in most of the episodes.
lobo ◊ 2016-08-28 09:20	lukasgtuk wrote episode 11 ACW 497V licenceplate is also seen on a Mini in the movie: Four Weddings and a Funeral 1994: /vehicle_3659-Mini-1000-ADO20-1980.html
train68 ◊ 2017-08-09 19:20	I have a Mini Cooper by Matchbox that's in the exact same colors as this car. -- Last edit: 2018-10-31 14:39:29
Baube ◊ 2017-08-09 22:14	i bought it too ( about 2 weeks ago ), but it is said to be a 1964 ( it has a sliding window and visible door hinges )
train68 ◊ 2018-01-09 19:16	Ever since watching this show, I was hoping to have a Mini Cooper as my first car.
lobo ◊ 2018-07-23 11:06	valiant1962 wrote This 1979 model was on display at the National Motor Museum Beaulieu in June 2011, apparently used in series three. To promote the animated series a replica of the Mini with registration DRW 221T was used. This replica is on display at National Motor Museum, Beaulieu. https://nationalmotormuseum.org.uk/car_collection/mr-beans-mini/ caioficetech wrote Different Whells...Diferent Hear Lights...In the episode that he rushes to the dentist, it's a post 1978 Mini 1000, because it has Reverse Lights and Windscreen Washer... In this episode it's a before 1978 Mini Special, because it doesn't have reverse lights... Wikipdia: "The cars used throughout the series also undergo minor noticeable changes as well; for episode 6, Bean's mini appears with a lock beside the badge on the bonnet - for use during the ‘Car Keys’ sketch at the beginning of episode 6. The car features upholstery with seat covers of a grey design with coloured stripes. Episodes 8 and 10 (the only two episodes filmed entirely on location and directed by Paul Weiland) show the car for the first time with 2 door mirrors (one plastic and one chrome), as well as a later Austin grille - indicating parts being swapped from car to car and/or the use of a different prop car for these two episodes. The final incarnation of Bean's car is shown during episodes 9 and 11 to 14[21] (episodes all directed solely by John Birkin.) This car has 2 chrome door mirrors and a different pattern on the seat covers. It also returns to a standard plain black Mini grille" About the crushed Mini: "The actual car used during the crushing scene however is noticeably a different car prop to the one used earlier in the series - this car has a later Austin grille as well as red rear upholstery - the previous prop car had had check upholstery since the episode "Do-It-Yourself Mr. Bean" Does anyone knows how many Mini they used during filming? And the Mini they crushed in which more episode did they used that one? It would be a shame in they crushed the legendary Mini from the episode "Do-It-Yourself Mr. Bean" EDIT:Never seen in the final edit of the movie, only on the extra section of DVD deleted scenes. In June 2018 the Mini from Bean (1997) /vehicle_1057004-Mini-1000-ADO20-1985.html still was sold for USD 70.000! Link to "www.icollector.com" Image what a Mini from the original series would be worth. -- Last edit: 2018-07-23 11:29:26
lobo ◊ 2018-07-28 14:10	There were three Minis painted green and black used in the series, as well as two others painted with the same colour scheme but with no engine that got crushed by the tank. One of the main cars was also crushed by the tank. During filming many parts were swapped from car to car throughout production, including bonnets, wheel trims, grilles, steering wheels, rear lights, occasionally the drivers door and the seat covers. More information and some great behind the scene photos. Check this awesome post. The person who wrote this owns the original Mini!; http://www.theminiforum.co.uk/forums/topic/336384-mr-beans-mini/ -- Last edit: 2018-07-28 14:12:02
Golen ◊ 2019-10-05 11:18	MINI NOW - https://carcheck.app/make/MINI
minisandtaxis ◊ 2020-11-19 02:46	Lobo wrote http://www.theminiforum.co.uk/forums/topic/336384-mr-beans-mini/ Great post!! So the green and black Mr Bean Minis were; 🟢SLW 287R - main and most used, 1977 Leyland Cars Mini 1000, repainted Austin Citron Green (was Harvest Gold). (plate is used on all subsequent cars, although the 'real' SLW287R continued to be filmed too) DVLA data ends at 1991 but the car's alive and well. 🟢YAN 939T - second built for 'The Trouble with Mr Bean'; a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 (originally Pageant Blue). This car was used in two episodes. DVLA data ends in 1997 but apparently the car's been in various museums, and now has an 850cc power plant. 🟢(ex)Russet Brown 1978 Mini - registration seemingly unknown, built from spares with a knackered shell. The most destructively modified of all; rear seat structure cut open, roof strengthened, controls rebuilt for secret operation and run over by a tank. 🟢ACW 497V - the imposter Mini, a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 (but engineless) originally Flame Red. A Mini with a showbiz (1 film) past it had quick modifications to suit each part. Also crushed by a tank. DVLA data ends in 1993. 🟢(ex)Red Mini - unknown but also flattened by a tank. More in this fantastic forum thread here: http://www.theminiforum.co.uk/forums/topic/336384-mr-beans-mini/ The author also owns SLW 287R.
lobo ◊ 2021-08-20 11:49	minisandtaxis wrote Great post!! So the green and black Mr Bean Minis were; 🟢SLW 287R - main and most used, 1977 Leyland Cars Mini 1000, repainted Austin Citron Green (was Harvest Gold). (plate is used on all subsequent cars, although the 'real' SLW287R continued to be filmed too) DVLA data ends at 1991 but the car's alive and well. 🟢YAN 939T - second built for 'The Trouble with Mr Bean'; a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 (originally Pageant Blue). This car was used in two episodes. DVLA data ends in 1997 but apparently the car's been in various museums, and now has an 850cc power plant. 🟢(ex)Russet Brown 1978 Mini - registration seemingly unknown, built from spares with a knackered shell. The most destructively modified of all; rear seat structure cut open, roof strengthened, controls rebuilt for secret operation and run over by a tank. 🟢ACW 497V - the imposter Mini, a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 (but engineless) originally Flame Red. A Mini with a showbiz (1 film) past it had quick modifications to suit each part. Also crushed by a tank. DVLA data ends in 1993. 🟢(ex)Red Mini - unknown but also flattened by a tank. More in this fantastic forum thread here: http://www.theminiforum.co.uk/forums/topic/336384-mr-beans-mini/ The author also owns SLW 287R. I made an overview of the cars used in the episodes. With some notes from previous comments about differences. 1. Mr. Bean RNT 996H Orange Mini 2. The Return of Mr. Bean (1990) None 3. The Curse of Mr. Bean (1990) SLW 287R 4. Mr. Bean Goes to Town (1991) SLW 287R 5. The Trouble with Mr. Bean ( 1992) SLW 287R YAN 939T 6. Mr. Bean Rides Again (1992) SLW 287R (YAN 939T (Car Keys scene) Lock beside the badge on the bonnet 7. Merry Christmas Mr. Bean (1992) Russet Mini 2 doormirrors one plastic and one chrome, and a later Austin grille 8. Mr. Bean in Room 426 (1993) Russet Mini 2 doormirrors one plastic and one chrome, and a later Austin grille 9. Do It Yourself Mr. Bean (1994) SLW 287R 2 chrome door mirrors, different pattern on seat covers. Standard plane black Mini grille Russet Mini (Driving on top of the car) 10. Mind the Baby Mr. Bean (1994) Russet 2 doormirrors one plastic and one chrome, and a later Austin grille 11. Back to School Mr. Bean (1994) SLW 287R 2 chrome door mirrors, different pattern on seat covers. Standard plane black Mini grille ACW 497V Engine removed, destroyed by tank Russet Mini Engine removed, destroyed by tank Red Mini Engine removed, destroyed by tank 12. Tee Off Mr. Bean (1995) None 13. Good Night Mr. Bean (1995) SLW 287R 2 chrome door mirrors, different pattern on seat covers. Standard plane black Mini grille 14. Hair by Mr. Bean of London (1995) SLW 287R 2 chrome door mirrors, different pattern on seat covers. Standard plane black Mini grille 15. The Best Bits of Mr. Bean (1995) Torvill and Bean 1995 SLW 287R -- Last edit: 2021-08-26 14:36:22
holden nut ◊ 2021-12-19 01:35	You can also use the colours on Forza Motorsport, under livery search.
dsl ◊ 2022-05-22 01:54	Lobo wrote To promote the animated series a replica of the Mini with registration DRW 221T was used. This replica is on display at National Motor Museum, Beaulieu. https://nationalmotormuseum.org.uk/car_collection/mr-beans-mini/ This photo was used during episode 63.08 of Have I Got News for You to illustrate a news item where someone accidentally tried to drive a car recently down the Spanish Steps in Rome There was no reference to Mr Bean during this appearance.
Baube ◊ 2022-05-22 02:18	strange... its probably something he would do...

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1977 Mini 1000 MkIV [ADO20] in Mr. Bean (The Exciting Escapades of Mr. Bean), TV Series, 1990-1995 Ep. 03

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