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im the excited new owner of a near mint R52S cabrio, 2006. This was a 1 owner Texas car. I have always loved all Minis and I am particularly excited to own one of the original body ones. I like all generations but the first one is something special, with its size and proportions.
I look forward to reading this bank of knowledge and hopefully avoid mistakes to keep this car in proper working order. I am based in a Houston.
Welcome to the forum and the MINI experience. While I am somewhat biased, in my opinion you bought the best MINI to enjoy all they have to offer. Congratulations.
Thanks all. I just visited the dealership where they did a once over and told me all the services this car has had. I am still in shock of how well this car was cared for. I am now afraid of scratching it haha.
Don't be afraid of scratching it. Be afraid of others scratching it. Now is the time to practice the fine art of defensive parking. I got one small door ding 12 years ago and none since.
Hi and welcome to NAM, JagR52-2006!
Congrats on your fine find! There is tons of info here for your gen 1 Mini!
Now you need to get out in the twisties, to really enjoy what you have!
im the excited new owner of a near mint R52S cabrio, 2006. This was a 1 owner Texas car. I have always loved all Minis and I am particularly excited to own one of the original body ones. I like all generations but the first one is something special, with its size and proportions.
I look forward to reading this bank of knowledge and hopefully avoid mistakes to keep this car in proper working order. I am based in a Houston.
