Hey Y'all!

In January I purchased an 02 R50 with 58k miles from a local Porsche dealership owner. I am up to 64k miles now, and loving it! It was bone stock with the exception of a later model mini boost head unit that plays MP3's. It is immaculate and runs like a top. Since I bought it, I have been averaging 37 mpg. I am so stoked about that!

Last night I changed all the brake rotors and pads for some stock replacement Brembo rotors and stock replacement Mintex red pads. Also did the brass bushing upgrade as well. I was sure glad I ordered the bushing kit when I pulled the brakes apart and the pad on the piston side had about 50% more pad than the opposite side (all the way around). Other than that, I plan to add a nice stereo soon (Alpine 7998R, 2 JL 300/4's, CDT 6.75" components in front, and JL 5.25" components in the rear).

I have learned a ton from this forum -- Thanks to everyone for posting such useful info. Special thanks to OctaneGuy and SCHR5530 for posting their information on brake pad and rotor servicing!

I look forward to being able to contribute to the forum ~~ Thanks for everything you all have contributed already!

-- Justin

 

Welcome to NAM, Justin! Nice looking MINI you have there

 

Welcome to NAM!
R50's are COOL!

 

Welcome to NAM, nice MINI. I still love the face on the Gen1s.

Annette

 

Thanks for all the kind words! I am just excited to have my very own MINI! I searched for what seemed like forever!

 

Best color out there, welcome and enjoy the ride...

 

welcome to NAM. best color out for sure! ive got a BRG r50 too. just watch out for the transmission...

 

Justin,

It warms my heart to know that another BRG R50 has been adopted into a loving home. Welcome to the obsession from MAD-Town, WI!

 

It seems that the BRG Mini's have a fan club, eh?

Thanks for the welcome messages!

 

Is that BRG with a BRG top? That's an awesome and rare color combination. The only thing I would add is the chrome bumper inserts. I think they really dress up the pre-facelift first generation models, especially if you love chrome.

Val

 

There's just something classic about a BRG R50... Nice MINI!

 

Val - It is indeed BRG with a BRG top. I have yet to see another exact match of it in town. Seems that most are two tone.

I am keeping my eyes peeled for a solid cream colored non-s for my wife. She wants to sell her Toyota Avalon and add another MINI to the stable!