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Old Oct 5, 2011 | 01:50 PM
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Just another new MINI owner ;)

Hi all, my name is Scott and I just purchaced my first mini a week ago ('08 Mellow Yellow Mini Hatchback). I'm a bit of an american muscle car guy and the mini was initially going to be an investment for my girlfriend and myself, as it is a salvage vehicle with front end damage, we got a good deal on it and were planning to repair it and sell it but it's really growing on us. Once I get it fully restored/repaired I know we'll keep it for a while and see if it will stay a member of the family. Looking forward to learning all I can about Mini's and the community. Thanks in advance.
 
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Old Oct 5, 2011 | 05:26 PM
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Congrats and welcome!

"...it's really growing on us."
Mini Coopers have a way of doing that.
 
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Old Oct 5, 2011 | 05:30 PM
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We grew up with muscle cars too - then the MINI bug got us
Find a local club - they can help you get it in shape and then go on some runs with them - you will be hooked....

Good luck
 
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Old Oct 5, 2011 | 05:45 PM
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Welcome TransAmx2! I am new to the mini world as well. I just purchased the new 2012 MINI Cooper S Countryman. Waiting for it to get built.
 
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Old Oct 5, 2011 | 08:27 PM
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Congrats and welcome! Might I suggest a new thread with pictures detailing your rebuild of the car. We love that stuff!

 
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Old Oct 8, 2011 | 06:30 PM
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Welcome to the unique feel of driving a MINI. I sold a BMW convertible and ordered my MCS convertible. Loved the BMW but the MINI is simply more fun to drive. Happy motoring.
 
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Old Oct 8, 2011 | 09:38 PM
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Welcome to owning a mini car with big muscle!
 
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Old Oct 9, 2011 | 08:41 AM
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Driving a MINI puts something in your blood that addicts you. Enjoy it.
 
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