Hey everyone. Just bought an 06 mini cooper as an afterthought on the used car lot and I've never driven anything like it. I used to be a Chevy truck guy. I love this car.
Couple of questions. Mine still has the 2006 DVD for Navigation. Anyone know where I can get the 2011 DVD?
Also, I'd love to hear veterans answer this. What was the first thing you upgraded on your MINI and why?

 

First upgrade? Tires. Period.

 

First upgrade should be switching over the buetooth mic deff then tires

 

Congrats, I also impulse purchased an '06 Cooper on a used lot, not too long ago. The first upgrades I have in the works are new tires and a stiffer rear sway bar - most people recommend a 19mm bar. Is yours a Cooper S or a "Just-a-Cooper"? Don't forget to post some pictures. Welcome to the board!

Cheers
Dan

 

Congrats on your purchase. Mini ownership has been a new experience for me. What they lack in reliability/overall quality I think they make up for in driving enjoyment. First thing I upgraded was to get a set of snow tires and mount them on the oem wheels. In a few months i will be getting a new set of dedicated summer wheels and tires. After that it will be suspension or exhaust.

 

I did a pulley and CAI first, then the sway bar. I did the tires(and wheels) after I felt I'd gotten some use and money's worth on the original set. On the '06 you will love the whine after the CAI, I miss it every day.
Annette

 

congrats... looks like there lots suggestion for u

 

Thanks to all. I have a pioneer that i'm installing that has bluetooth but I'd love for it to work with the steering wheel controls.
I would like to get a CAI but I'm really liking the MPG and don't wanna lose any.

 

Welcome Arby Eye!

My first mod was the JCW strut brace. I believe it tightens up the suspension and I have done it to my other car and it helped a lot!