Just wanted to introduce my self, My name is Joe and I am from Roanoke Va, currently living in Boone Nc, and will be moving near Bloomington Indiana in a few months.

I do not currently own a Mini, I plan on ordering one after I move to Indiana. I plan on getting an '08 (maybe '09) Cooper S. I will probably mostly be a lurker until then, mostly doing research so I am sure to order the ideal package for me.

I have a good bit of automotive knowledge. I enjoy working on cars in my spare time. I love to autoX when ever I get the chance. I currently own a 1988 Mazda 323GTX and a 1990 Mazda Silverstone Miata C package (I think.) I have also done quite a bit of work on WRXs.

So thats me...
-Joe
Boone Nc

 

Sounds like you've got a good plan to figure out what MINI will best meet your needs and desires. Have fun configuring.