Rejoining after 4 years!

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Aug 17, 2013 | 03:55 PM

mrenology

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Rejoining after 4 years!

After selling my 2005 JCW

, I am now in the market for a used MINI. I know nothing of the newer turbo models as regards reliability (the 2005 and older seemed to have a bullet-proof motor). Mileage for mileage, is a supercharger or turbocharger the way to go?

Thanks fellow miniacs.

Aug 17, 2013 | 04:27 PM

Braminator

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Go drive both again and see which you prefer. Get the newest model of either the R53 or R56 that you can. Good luck and welcome back.

Aug 20, 2013 | 04:29 AM

mdsbrain

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Yea go give both a drive and see which suits your needs. Also the Supercharged motor and turbo feel a bit different when you give it the beans. See which you like best.

Aug 20, 2013 | 07:00 AM

Mr. T

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Welcome back to NAM. I would have to agree with Braminator. Drive both again and then make your decision. Whatever you choose, just don't forget to wave.