1989 - Just 1000 SKY and ROSE limited edition Minis were built by Rover in total, meaning only 500 Mini Sky were made! Based on the 'City', both cars shared Diamond White bodywork, but with roof colours that easily made each version identifiable - pastel Sky blue for the Mini Sky and pastel Rose pink for the Mini Rose. The plastic hub caps were contemporary with the time but finished in Diamond White. Exterior trim was grey, which included bumpers, handles and mirrors.

The Sky's interior trim matched its softer exterior, with grey Crayons fabric seats complementing the lighter grey interior, and a factory fitted stereo radio/cassette player. Both models had the city's double dashboard display. Cost when new - £4,695 

Arguably, the Mini Sky and Rose are the prettiest of all Limited Editions, and sadly not many remain in their original form. Some have received identity changes and appear at shows and for sale in new colours or as cooper look-a-likes. It may be a pity, but who knows, some time in the future they may be restored....at least for now they are safe!