Just bought my first Mini a few months ago. It was a pre-owned 2008 Dark Silver MCS. I know that everybody says it --- but --- this IS the most enjoyable car I have ever owned. My list of lifelong rides thus far includes: '87 Ford Thunderbird, '89 Corvette, '90 4Runner, '05 Chevy Fullsize P/U, '01 Lexus GS400, '02 Honda Civic, '07 Infiniti G35S, '09 BMW 750i and now the '08 MCS. The 750i and the MCS are the only two in my stable now. Of all my rides, my Mini has been my absolute favorite -- hands-down. The funny thing is that when I try to explain it to people, I can't. The only thing I can say is "You just have to drive one, then you'll understand." I'm excited to be here and I look forward to interacting with the members, checking out pics, modding and just plain enjoying my car the way all of you seem to.

Oh, by the way, here she is:

 

 

It must be an interesting comparison going from your 750 to the Mini.

 

That's funny, the way I explain my first test drive of an r56-s is that I was like a kid in a candy store with a s#*% eating grin on my face. Agreed, you just have to drive one to understand the attraction.

 

That's funny, the way I explain my first test drive of an r56-s is that I was like a kid in a candy store with a s#*% eating grin on my face. Agreed, you just have to drive one to understand the attraction.