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Of all the cars you have owned, where do you rank the MINI
I have had the most pleasure from this car, probably because I kept it the longest and have been involved with NAM
I really liked my 911 and my XKE
__________________ my grandson Cian, the Mini and me
Mini was sold to a good home in CA. I now have a 2001 M roadster silver/black .... DDM intk, M7 TB, M7 DFIC 2, RMW head/shrick , WMS pm runners/intk mfld/cmber plates, CMP custom header/ Milltek, PSS9s, BBS/T1R, AP bbk, Alta SS, plo coil/ngy, M7 str/ustr/CC , F/R sway bar, Aero Kit, op/bst gauges, JCW 380s, Quaiffe/ Clutchmaster/FW, RMW custom tune 231.7 whp, F&R sway bars and more
I would say that it is the best car that I've owned after a few mods. When I first got the Cooper S I felt that it was a little underpowered. Within the first couple of month I got the CAI and the 15% reduction pulley. I also got the Kosei K1 wheels and got rid of the run flats.
Recently I got a dynotune from Lucky Dog Garage and I am extremely happly with the results. I am now putting down 182 HP at the wheels. I think that in a little car like the mini that's fantastic I am now able to pull past anyone when I want to. The car definately has character and with a few mods it is definately a head turner with the performance to match.
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2004 MCS: RMW 201.5 dyno-tuned WHP, Webb 15% pulley, Alta CAI, Milltek exhaust, Palo Uber bonnet scoop, Alta intercooler air diverter, Alta rally-style light bar, JCW steering wheel/shift knob, and more... Check It
the mini is the most enjoyable car i've owned. i tend to keep my cars a long time. it's not as fast as my porsche was, doesn't handle the same as my lotus did, but it gives me the most joy.
It's hard for me to disassociate my 2003 Mercedes C230 Coupe from the beautiful, hot, young Hooters waitress who used to occuppy it with me, but, aside from that my 2004 MINI was the most fun car I ever had. Hoping my 2007, presently sitting with it's siblings at the dock in the UK.
__________________ BlooMeeni - 2004 Mini Copper, Auto A/C, HK Stereo, Leather, 5sp.
Since the MINI is only my 4th car, it is easily #1. I had a Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX and while it was fast it was also heavy and couldnt corner at all. Waiting to go to the drag strip to have some fun really got old quick. Now I can have fun everyday!
It's on par with two of my previous cars. My '87 Camaro Z28 had a simple formula: Lightweight + RWD + V8 + T-tops = Fun (and I was in college at the time). I replaced that car with a C4 Corvette...what a freeway machine! The car was luxurious, very fast, and just smoooth.
The MINI is totally different and equally good. It's quirky (R53) and quick. It's blend of '60s nostalgia and contemporary design will make it an "instant classic". It's very difficult to drive gently. I'm still learning to trust its FWD/LSD ability at the limit. It's unique...
Happy Motoring
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Speedy - 2005 MCS, HB/W, Premium, Sport, LSD, HK, etc. - motoring in TX!
Behind my Porsche and 240Z, in there with the Corvette, Miata and Scirroco. It will never take first from the Porsche, but could easly nose the rest out if I can get the seat comfortable and it does not cause me a lot of problems.
__________________ 2006 Astro Black Ragtop, pure stock, for now. #138 GWR
Definitely the most fun to own because of the uniqueness, the attention it gets, and the ability to mod. Also one of the most fun cars to drive, although I've had several others that matched it in that dept:
1981 Nissan 300ZX (driving the autobahns was QUITE fun)
1986 Ford Thunderbird Turbo-Coupe (gorgeous black car)
1994 Acura Integra (ever have a car that just fit you like a glove?)
1998 Nissan 240SX (beautiful emerald green with white leather interior and fast)
I don't own a mini yet so I can't say physically but emotionally this is the only car I have extensively researched and the only posting board I have ever been a part of a love it. I hope the car will live up to expectations when it finally arrives. Oh I need to pay for it first.
1. MGB First car I ever owned. Still do. Great clubs, great fun, great tradition. More nimble than a Mini. Easiest thing in the world to work on (which I had to do rarely).
2. MGC Not as nimble as the B, but a lot of fun. Smooth, fast.
3. MGC-GT Same as above, but all weather!
4. Mini JCW Fun, peppy, comfy.
__________________ 2006 MCS-JCW No. 15543, BRG/W, Sport Pack, Chrono Pack, M7 SRP I love deadlines. I love the "whooshing" sound they make when they go by. - Doug Adams ambientpixel@mac.com
Formerly owned/leased a series of SUVs....Ford Explorer (x2), Ford Expedition, Toyota Sequoia (x2), and a Honda Pilot 4x4.
09/10/2006 purchased a 2006 MCSc. This is definitely the most fun I've ever had driving. I keep finding myself saying, it's not just a car it's a lifestyle - new friends, fun, mods, adventures, education, and the associated MINI wardrobe.
Other than the SUV (we kept) for CostCo and HomeDepot excursions, I can't imagine myself ever driving anything but MINI again
I've never owned anything particularly exciting, so my MINI is number 1! Come to think of it, it' d be number one, regardless. I've driven a few 'supercars' over the years, but my MINI is the most fun to drive.
Zip
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www.usminiclub.com Obie: my '05 MINI Cooper - Jet Black, Premium and Sport packages, chrome side vents with white/clear repeaters, M7 STPs, K&N 57i intake, Megan Racing MINI Cooper cat-back exhaust, TSW engine damper, Alta 19mm anti-sway bar, Ian Cull anti-nanny circuit.
Of all the cars I have owned, it ranks #1 in fun factor
#3 in reliability...
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“Undermine their pompous authority, reject their moral standards, make anarchy and disorder your trademarks. Cause as much chaos and disruption as possible but don’t let them take you ALIVE.”.......DSOC #34
I've had a lot of cars, some faster, some more expensive, but none have been as much fun as my MINI.
I do admit that my Land Rover Defender 90 is my first love. I know I could sell my MINI and replace it with another, but I would never consider selling good old D-90 #1068. It has some rust and plenty of cosmetic battle scars, but the darn thing just keeps chugging along. The guy at the quarry was truly shocked last weekend when I loaded the rather small bed with 1600 pounds of flagstone and couldn't believe it when the suspension barely dropped under the weight. Few off road vehicles are built like this and restrictive DOT safety standards ensure that nothing like it will ever be for sale as a new vehicle ever again.
__________________ Disclaimer: No claim is made that the quality of the MINI-related advice offered by Yucca Patrol
is greater than the quality of MINI-related advice offered by other NAM members.
my grandson Cian, the Mini and me
Cristo .... and his trusty BRG/BRG MC Bliksem 
BlooMeeni - 2004 Mini Copper, Auto A/C, HK Stereo, Leather, 5sp.
It's black. It's badass. It's Samuel L.
2006 Astro Black Ragtop, pure stock, for now. #138 GWR
