MINI is marking the 30 anniversary of its open top models with the release of a new Convertible Seaside Edition.

With two-tone wheels, a special blue paint finish and distinctive graphics the car is priced from £34,500 and deliveries are expected to start in March, 2023.

The Seaside Edition is fitted with a turbo 2.0-litre MINI Cooper S petrol engine developing 178hp giving a 0 to 62mph acceleration time of 7.2 seconds.

Decoration includes stripes in white running across the side doors to the rear of the vehicle, while a special 30 motif graphic on the front apron and wheel caps refers to the model's anniversary.

The side scuttle features graphic numbers in light and dark blue, while the rear features exclusive Seaside lettering in orange.

Inside, trim stripes can be found on the front dashboard in edition-specific design, along with the 30 graphic badge on the floor mat, steering wheel, and vehicle key.