1st Gear New members: make an initial post and introduce yourself as you shift from Neutral to First Gear. Current members: meet some of the new members.
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

(Hopefully) new R60 owner

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Dec 5, 2016 | 09:18 AM
  #1  
HasAnMTBProblem's Avatar
HasAnMTBProblem
Thread Starter
|
3rd Gear
Joined: Dec 2016
Posts: 175
Likes: 9
(Hopefully) new R60 owner

Hi, all.

I should take possession of a 2012 CMSAll4 this week, barring any unreasonable issues. (Carmax transfer) It's all white with black/cream interior with the 6 speed.

I was not anticipating buying a Mini to replace my 2013 Grand Cherokee 5.7L (Argh, the MPG!), but in my diligence to try as many things as I thought could be a possible fit for my mountain biking hobby, I test drove one at Carmax. I was blown away! It's so much fun to drive!

So, anyway, things I'm already thinking about...

-Red or burnt orange roof and mirrors wrap
-2" lift
-Different wheels and all terrain tires
-JCW tune, or something close (would like to hit 200HP, or more)
-Cold air intake/cat back exhaust
-Short throw shifter
-Headlight Joey Mod
-Maybe some internal trim work to change the silver bits to gunmetal or black
-bike rack (haven't decided between hitch type or roof type)
-Cargo mat for when the bike has to go inside the car (safe keeping while at work)

Any suggestions on the above is appreciated, but I'll be researching lift, tune, and exhaust pretty extensively and will likely have questions.

Cheers!
 
Reply
Old Dec 5, 2016 | 07:06 PM
  #2  
Mini Mania's Avatar
Mini Mania
Banned
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 3,376
Likes: 21
From: Nevada City, Calif
R60

Originally Posted by HasAnMTBProblem
Hi, all.

I should take possession of a 2012 CMSAll4 this week, barring any unreasonable issues. (Carmax transfer) It's all white with black/cream interior with the 6 speed.

I was not anticipating buying a Mini to replace my 2013 Grand Cherokee 5.7L (Argh, the MPG!), but in my diligence to try as many things as I thought could be a possible fit for my mountain biking hobby, I test drove one at Carmax. I was blown away! It's so much fun to drive!

So, anyway, things I'm already thinking about...

-Red or burnt orange roof and mirrors wrap
-2" lift
-Different wheels and all terrain tires
-JCW tune, or something close (would like to hit 200HP, or more)
-Cold air intake/cat back exhaust
-Short throw shifter
-Headlight Joey Mod
-Maybe some internal trim work to change the silver bits to gunmetal or black
-bike rack (haven't decided between hitch type or roof type)
-Cargo mat for when the bike has to go inside the car (safe keeping while at work)

Any suggestions on the above is appreciated, but I'll be researching lift, tune, and exhaust pretty extensively and will likely have questions.

Cheers!
Welcome to NAM and the world of MINI motoring! You have many years of grins ahead of you, and we would love to see some pictures of your R60 when you have the chance.

We here to help with a great crew working on this brand since 1974 with over a million customers. If we can't help, we'll point you in the right direction.

Send me a personal message and I can send you links on most all your request. We're not allowed to post links in this particular thread, but we're still here to help.

Also, when you visit our site please check out our Holiday Gift Guide and sign up for member discounts. Right now we have a 12% discount just for NAM members like yourself.

Drive Hard. Drive Safe. Keep Grinning.
 
Reply
Old Dec 5, 2016 | 07:30 PM
  #3  
WayMotorWorks's Avatar
WayMotorWorks
Vendor
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
iTrader: (10)
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 10,621
Likes: 802
From: Atlanta, GA
Welcome. Hope you get it and become part of the MINI family
 
__________________

HOTCHKIS | DDM | CRAVEN | AKRAPOVIC | NM ENGINEERING | MEGAN | FORGE | OS GIKEN | POWERFLEX and more


Reply
Old Dec 16, 2016 | 03:05 PM
  #4  
HasAnMTBProblem's Avatar
HasAnMTBProblem
Thread Starter
|
3rd Gear
Joined: Dec 2016
Posts: 175
Likes: 9
By the way, I bought it and love it! Working out a couple of minor bugs, but (looks like) nothing serious. Cheers!
 
Reply
Old Dec 18, 2016 | 12:15 AM
  #5  
Mini Mania's Avatar
Mini Mania
Banned
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 3,376
Likes: 21
From: Nevada City, Calif
R60

Congrats! If you can wipe that grin off your face long enough to post some pictures, please do!

Any questions please ask!

Drive Hard. Drive Safe. Keep Grinning.
 
Reply




All times are GMT -7. The time now is 01:36 PM.