Electric MINI duo built as mobile sound stages
- MINI and Vagabund created two one-off Countryman show cars focused on music culture.
- Both vehicles feature integrated external sound systems replacing rear side window areas.
- Based on Countryman S ALL4, models gain raised suspension and bespoke 20-inch wheels.
Mini has teamed up with Austrian design outfit Vagabund to create two wild, one-off Countryman show cars, machines that blur the line between transport and live event.
Revealed as part of a creative collaboration, the pair are built around the idea of music, community and self-expression.
The two SUVs double as mobile sound systems, designed less for commuting and more for gathering a crowd.
Not your average Countryman
Both vehicles are based on the Mini Countryman S ALL4, but heavily reworked to push a lifestyle-focused brief. Wider wheel arches, revised bumpers and a lifted ride height give them a tougher stance, while bespoke 20-inch wheels feature closed-off, 3D-printed covers inspired by speaker design.
The visual split between the two is deliberate. One wears a lighter Melting Silver finish with playful, graphic detailing, while the other leans into a darker, more technical Midnight Black look. Mini says the contrast is key, and that these cars are designed to be experienced together.
Built to be heard
The headline act sits in the rear.
The usual side windows are gone, replaced by a custom-developed external audio system designed for outdoor projection. A housing made from cast polymer granite forms the backbone, chosen for its acoustic properties.
Tweeters and mid-range speakers are integrated into the bodywork, with additional subwoofers positioned at the rear for when the tailgate is open. Each car works solo, but paired together, they create a full-blown mobile stage setup.
There’s even a tongue-in-cheek twist: a retro-style Walkman built into a 3D-printed mount on the opposite side, offering a quieter, analogue counterpoint to the full-volume exterior system.
More than a showpiece
Mini says the project reflects its long-standing focus on personalisation, with Vagabund adding a distinct creative layer. “A long-standing tradition and core value of the Mini brand is individual vehicle customization,” said Jean-Philippe Parain, Head of Mini.
The collaboration also leans heavily into community culture, positioning the vehicles as platforms for shared experiences rather than just design exercises.
Roof racks, for example, are crafted from laser-cut aluminium and stainless mesh, echoing speaker grilles while reinforcing the event-ready vibe.
These aren’t heading to showrooms anytime soon, as both are strictly one-offs. But Mini will showcase at least one publicly at Auto China 2026, before taking the concept “live and in action” across various events.
Think of them less as cars, more as rolling invitations.
