Hi!!

I've had my 2011 Mini Cooper S for almost 2 years now, and I love it. It had been about 15 years since I owned a car with a stick, and knew this would be a fun car to drive. I haven't been disappointed!! It's pretty straight stock. My mechanic uses Akebono break pads. I added a tow hook license plate mount for the front plate (what monster drilled holes in my bumper?? Gotta fix those).

I've recently started going to some track events. I did a BMW CCA HPDE at Lime Rock with an instructor and just this week tried a Track Night In America event at Palmer. Wow, I had no idea just HOW much fun this car could really be. It's got me thinking about modding. Can't go too crazy, but need to think bang for the buck.

It's my daily ride and my rocket ship!! I love the carbon fiber scoop and door handles. Always thought I'd have to have stripes on the hood, but not with that scoop!!
A previous owner must have painted the calipers. I don't think that's standard or an option even. Need to clean them...

 

Welcome to NAM. Great looking MINI. Hmmmmm, I think I have seen that color before.

Yes most people think a MINI is a "cute" car and have no idea how well they handle/perform.

 

Welcome to the forum

 

Welcome from a fellow Bay Stater! Palmer is a fun track! Looking forward to seeing you at a Track Night one of these days...did Lime Rock a few weeks ago....

 

Hi and welcome to NAM!
Has it been lowered? It looks so to me.

 

Welcome!

Best of all...(Red is the fastest color) ... shhhh, the other colors get jealous.

Great looking car. (I really dig Lime Rock Park, thrashed tires there a few times)

Motor On!

 

I don't think it was lowered, but I could be wrong.

 

Welcome from Lowell!

I trust you're already acquainted with Greasy's in Worcester?

 

Welcome

Caution trackdays can get addicting very quickly.

 

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