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Old May 9, 2014 | 04:19 PM
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Hi all, My name is Brad. I'm 6'7 and seriously looking into the 2002-2006 Mini's. I've done my research and they have the same headroom as my 1999 Jetta. I was so excited to learn that I could fit in a car I considered myself to be too big for. I think I'm going to enjoy getting to know all of you!
 
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Old May 9, 2014 | 05:34 PM
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Welcome! Guess it's time to test drive one and see how well you fit! My 6'4 buddy easily fits in my R56 with room to spare!
 
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Old May 9, 2014 | 06:09 PM
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Welcome! Guess it's time to test drive one and see how well you fit! My 6'4 buddy easily fits in my R56 with room to spare!
I did some research on KBB and the base model has 38" of headroom
 
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Old May 9, 2014 | 06:48 PM
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Hi Brad,

I'm 6'5" and drive a 2004 Mini Cooper S. I have a ton of room. It is without doubt one of the most comfortable cars I have driven. I really think you will find it roomy and fun.

Matt
 
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Old May 9, 2014 | 06:52 PM
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I will go as far to say the mini is the perfect car. I don't think I would modify anything, but the exhaust. And that's coming from someone who loves modified cars
 
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Old May 9, 2014 | 06:55 PM
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Not modify anything, good luck. Personalization is what minis are all about.
 
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Old May 9, 2014 | 06:57 PM
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I would highly recommend the Stratmosphere exhaust available at Way Motor Works. Mine fit exceptionally well. The sound is great but not obnoxious. No highway drone at all. Plus it feels like torque output has increased since putting it in.
 
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Old May 9, 2014 | 07:46 PM
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7' Dirk Nowitzki with his MINI.
 
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Old May 9, 2014 | 08:45 PM
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I'm 6'8" and I fit into my 09 MINI Cooper S. It even has a sunroof. Love this car!
 
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Old May 22, 2014 | 09:14 PM
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Well heck, I'm only 6'1" and ordered a license plate that reads IDNTFIT... Guess I jumped the gun on that? Haha
 
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