Well, after years of gawking, almost ready to pull the trigger and become a mini owner. So I have 2 clubman's to choose from, and consider that time and money is equal, they are pretty close.

Option 1
Brand new.....2012 clubman s hot choc, loaded (mini nav, all pkgs, lthr, connected w/nav)

Option 2
2009 JCW clubman , less than 10k mi, perfect condition, loaded (same as above)

Decisions.....decisions.....

 

option 1 with a warranty

 

I think I'd go with #1, too. But I'm naturally paranoid.

 

same here I have faith in my car at 115k miles but.. I spent 1700 on a warranty just in case

sad when you spend 12 on a car and 1/6 is warranty lol

 

Order the one that YOU want... why settle for something close that is on the lot?

 

jcw of course

 

good pt gds, but while i like config on 2012 the JCW is pretty enticing!

 

I would go for JCW maybe... or if you really want something new, get a lower spec'd Clubman S. If you can afford the Navi, leather, etc. on the justa Clubman, you can probably afford a Clubman S without Navi, leather, etc.

I considered a used MCS and new MCS. I figured I could easily afford a nicely spec'd new MCS without Navi and leather. While I was at it, I realized a bit more saving before my lease ends and the JCW was also affordable to finance.

I realized that I wanted a MCS, but needed a JCW. hehe.

 

Take option number one! The valvetronic equipped N18 engine in the 2012 is worlds better than the old JCW N14 engine. Many "issues" were addressed in the 2011 MY refresh of the MINI. Hands down, I'd take the 2012.

 

ok, think im ordering new.....will keep y'all posted and pics when it arrives

thanks!