Hello, fellow enthusiasts. We (wife and I) just acquired a 2005 'S' Vert (prod date 04/05). I believe that body designation for this is the R52.

The car has 45k on the clock and is in pristine shape. I am a member of another forum (bimmerforums) and I am technically inclined. I like DIY work. I got my BMW E39 to where I want it and I intend to do the same to this MINI.

These are the pics I have the night we saw this Cooper. Tell me what I have as far as options that are already on the car I hope to learn from you.