As the title says I have been a honda guy for 7yrs and now looking to get a mini after I save some more money. I think the mini is the perfect little car for my needs. Good power and awesome handling. I plan to get a 2002-2004 Mini Cooper S. Hopefully black or the grey with the black roof. Well thought I would make my Noob post Good day mates.

 

Funny you say that. I've been an owner of a Honda Accord for 10 years (what a reliable car!), now I am in the process of owning a Clubman early this summer. Though I've put in the order, but that provides enought time to save too. Mini converts everywhere.

The grey and black roof is an awesome combo color. I had a coworker who owns a MIni with that color and it really looks badass. I'd also recommend adding the black bonnets stripes.

 

Welcome both of you to the mini addiction

 

I still have two Honda's and love them. However the MINI is the most fun.

 

Mr.Frodo what part of the country are you located? Assuming you're from the USA?

 

Please purchase the most recent year you can afford.... You will not regret your switch to MINI.... Welcome!

 

Welcome aboard! I've had a few Honda's too - apples and oranges. You'll love the MINI... Not that Honda's are great too - but......well....you'll find out...

Donna

 

Welcome!

I too had always been a "Honda\Acura" guy and to this day still admire them and have many fond memories of ownership. BUT, nothing drives like or gives more enjoyment EVERY single day than my 06 MCS!!

You will be happy, best wishes to you!

 

Yes I am on the shores of mississippi.

Thanks for all the warm welcome guys.

 

what kinda honda's did you have? Any swaps?

Jack

 

Oh boy...this might take some time..

1988-Accord
1988-CRX Si B16 powerd.
1989-CRX stock then sold.
1991-CRX Si blown bought for parts.
2000-Civic CX Every suspension mod in the books.
2003-Civic Si-Basic bolt-ons with plenty of suspenion work.
Present-1997-Civic CX Tein spring and Fr Rr sway bars.

In the works 2001-2004 MC-S in black.

 

1985 Prelude to
1992 Accord to
2008 MCSc....

Hope I get as many miles out of this....it sure is a dream to drive

 

Welcome!
I've owned 3 integras, two of which were GS-R's (one I turbo'd), a Del Sol, and a Civic hatchback.
I ordered my new mini as of March 2nd.
My husband is still a Honda fan, currently driving an S2k.

 

Cool cool I will miss the honda world but Mini's will feel my needs better.

Does anyone think it will be hard to find a decent 2001-2004 S with about 50K on it for 15k?

 

Did an '04 S with 22.5k for 17k... 6 mos ago.

Came from a RSX-s, and boy, do I miss the slick 6-spd in that car. Of course, I don't have to worry about that nasty bump turn with the rear!

I have to admit, the mini has such a confidence inspiring feel that I never got with the Acura.

 

I thought the S had one smooth *** shifter?

 

We are just finishing the soccer/baseball mom era, and our 2003 Odyssey van was awesome for that (leather, DVD etc), but found it now being used to haul 1 or 2 people around. So two weeks ago we added "Amy", a 2005 MC 5 spd BEP and having a blast. Our trusty Honda still sits in the driveway and gets used for family outings occasionally, but any excuse to go out somewhere, there goes the Mini.

 

The mini has a great shifter; although, I could guide the RSX-s with a tap or a single finger pull. I'd give the mini a 4.5 on a 5 star scale - I'd give the RSX-s a 6!

Overall, the mini pulls way more smiles. My old Acura did great, with great efficiency with great practicality. The mini, much more personable and inspiring to drive. I'm a handling guy and just luv it all day long.

Mini's, while still being FWD, have way less TQ steer effect as well!

 

Me too, I am all about handling if i wanted made power i would get a V8 I like a car thats fun to drive.