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Old Mar 15, 2010 | 09:34 AM
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Hey all,

I've been lurking on the forums for a few weeks gathering info to help me decide what to order. It has been a great resource and I'm looking forward to becoming a part of the community!
 
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Old Mar 15, 2010 | 09:49 AM
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What are you leaning towards?

Oh and by the way, WELCOME!
 
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Old Mar 15, 2010 | 10:30 AM
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MCS or JCW. sport suspension, wheels, audio, auto wipers/headlights were the options I had been waffling on. I was also holding out to hear about the engine upgrades to hopefully get one with my order. sadly, the won't be available till the 2011 models. not waiting till the fall though, want/need car now!!! (well, 6-8 weeks for my order )
 
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Old Mar 15, 2010 | 01:26 PM
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JCW car w/ JCW supension iPhone intergration (if ya got iPhone) that's it.
Wheels on JCW car (Challenge) are nice, especially in black. I like to listen to engine, but go to dealer and listen to stock and upgraded stereo and see if stock will suffice. I like to control my wiper because I coat windows with Rain-X, if auto lights also turns off lights when car shuts off then they might be worth it. But if you just got to have it go for it. I really like the keyless starter (conveniance package) and gotta have cruise control.
 
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Old Mar 15, 2010 | 10:52 PM
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Welcome to NAM, sounds like you are giving the "what to order" game a lot of thought, nothing wrong with that, but if you play around long enough then the 2011's will be out and.........?
 
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Old Mar 16, 2010 | 12:04 PM
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Thanks for the input everyone.
I pulled the trigger yesterday!

I decided to go with the MCS. I drove JCW and MCS and for me the difference in power did not warrant the $6K+. H/K audio and iPod/USB/Bluetooth was a must have. Grabbed the auto wipers/lights for good measure, I figure I can turn it off if I dont like the functionality.

I'm now trying to decide on getting a clear bra.
I'll be driving 100+ miles mostly on the highway each day (Southeastern, PA). I've heard the Mini's paint is pretty soft but I've seen the clear bra on a few cars and dont like the lines, plus they are pricey. However, I'd hate to see the paint take serious damage.

Thoughts?
 
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