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Old Oct 20, 2009 | 12:09 PM
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I just bought my first Mini last Wednesday. It's an 2008 Astro Black S with auto trans. I got the auto because I already have 2 manual trans cars and wanted something for an everyday driver. The car is a BLAST to drive!!!

 
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Old Oct 20, 2009 | 12:27 PM
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Nice ride , good luck with it and welcome to the insanity of Mini Ownership
 
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Old Oct 20, 2009 | 01:57 PM
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Very nice looking car. I have an 07 Astro Black/White MCS. Check out the paint in the sunlight and see if you can pick up the blue tint of the metal flakes.

I really like your wheels. I've got the S-Winders that I don't like very much.
 
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Old Oct 20, 2009 | 03:47 PM
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great car man! i want an auto tranny car lol. i have to admit, there are some days where i wish my R50 was automatic
 
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Old Oct 20, 2009 | 06:07 PM
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Sweet. The black/black with chrome caps is nice look!
 
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Old Oct 20, 2009 | 07:08 PM
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loosk goood...congrats
 
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Old Oct 20, 2009 | 07:13 PM
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Beautiful car. I wish that color was a still available when I ordered my '09. I have the manual but the Aisin 6 speed auto is a really nice drivng tranny. Happy Motoring!!
 
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Old Oct 20, 2009 | 07:23 PM
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I don't think you will regret the automatic transmission. I do a lot of "shifting" with mine, but when I get tired of playing boy racer I just put in "D" and relax. Welcome to MINI Land.
 
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Old Oct 20, 2009 | 07:26 PM
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WELCOME, NOOB!!!

Astro Black, FTW.
 
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Old Oct 21, 2009 | 08:40 AM
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When I am inching through traffic, I wish for an automatic transmission. Enjoy!
 
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Old Oct 21, 2009 | 11:33 AM
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Originally Posted by rdmini06
I just bought my first Mini last Wednesday. It's an 2008 Astro Black S with auto trans. I got the auto because I already have 2 manual trans cars and wanted something for an everyday driver. The car is a BLAST to drive!!!
Welcome rdmini06 and grats on the MINI!

Now don't forget to post some pics for us! We love pics... yes we do!

Enjoy & Motor On!
 
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Old Oct 21, 2009 | 06:06 PM
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Pretty, pretty- love the black on black-very dramatic
 
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