Hello. I hope to become the owner of a 2012 Countryman S, tomorrow. I decided that since I had never driven one before I had better take one for an extended test drive. I picked up the gorgeous Mini in the attached pic yesterday and have to return it tomorrow. If I can reach an agreement on price and an extended warranty, I will drive home with it. Otherwise, I'll have to stick with Mimosa, the Mazda3 that grabbed me ten years ago for a while longer.



I am amazed how similar the ride is. And surprised to discover more headroom in the Countryman

Then there are the Mini quirks. I am sure I will get used to them. but I confe

ss I am not crazy about that rail, especially between the rear seats because I usually have a baby seat in back and still have to squeeze a couple of people in there from time to time. And I wish it had heated seats.

All that said, after driving in drizzle and rain on country and city roads for several hours yesterday and I really find it comfortable, and of course, nimble. After driving in rush hour traffic today, an hour in each direction, I am quite pleased.

Wish me luck.

 

Luck! Welcome, maybe.

 

Thanks,

 

Welcome to NAM! I like the color combo of the Countryman. Did you end up taking it home today?

 

Congrats on the new Countyman, wow, Blue with white top and White R125 wheels , those are rare. Only seen a handful like that. 36109804372

https://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/36109804372/

 

I think the previous owner had the wheels custom made (painted and baked?).

 

And I finally closed the deal Tuesday, after having her thoroughly checked my my garage, which gave me a thumbs up.

Still a lot to learn though. I suppose one day I will stop reaching for the door to open a window

 

Looks like they painted the edge of the wheels, for the whole wheel white look. It would normally be silver.

Congrats again.