So very excited to finally have a mini. Got a lot of plans for this already!

 

Nice looking MINI! Now the fun begins and the bank account dwindles.

 

Congrats, looks like you got a nice start to a fun project.

 

Welcome and enjoy your project. Let us know if we can help!

 

Welcome to NAM. Nothing like the enjoyment of a fresh project. Looking forward to following your build thread as you execute your vision

 

Welcome to NAM! Great pictures. What mods do you have on your list so far?

 

So far I've got some simple comedic mods to do. It needs super cleaned bad. The last owners were not easy on it. So I'm going to start with detailing and then wet sanding and polishing. As far as bigger mods I've got wheels in the shed ready to go on it, coilovers in the future, and supercharger pulley. From there I'm not sure. Ha ha.

Really think the photos are good? I took them with my cell phone and don't really know what the quality is.

 

Yeah paint looks like it could use a bit of TLC. Pics didn't look bad ehough where it needs wet sanding though? We've detailed a couple Minis in the shop that wasn't well taken cared of, but Megs 105/205 was able to make it pristine again.

Which wheels were you looking to toss on? And shameless plug, let us know if switching the halogens to LEDs is in the future plans .

 

The hood definitely needs it. Other areas not so much so I'll probably wet sand only the areas that need it such as scratches and scrapes.

The wheels I have came off the last car I owned but it looks like they'll fit and look good. They are 16" Polished Rota Slipstreams.

 

If you'd like to save money and are interested in a more of a performance cold air intake, you can check out Applesauce's post below. It's super simple for the mechanically inclined. I simply use a 4" flexible plumbing coupler, found at any hardware store, for the inlet tube that brings air into the OE air box. Flexing it into an oval shape made it easy to place within the minimal amount of available space.

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ir-intake.html

 

Doing all of that for the paint will really make a difference. I'm sure your MINI will appreciate it as well. I always try to keep a coat of wax on my car every 6 months. My paint still looks pretty good for 12 years old.

Yes! You included lots of great detailed pictures. Not everyone does that. You did great. When it comes time to your modifications, if you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out and ask. Enjoy!

 

Sounds good. it should be a very fun car to play with.