Welcome to NAM
Neutral
Joined: Sep 2006
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Newish MINI owner, very new to forums!
I got my HB 06 MCS baby in April, but am just finding my way into the wonderful MINI communities out there. 
I thought I would have to order one after visiting our nearest dealer, so I figured I would have about 8 weeks to learn how to drive a manual on my husband's TT. The dealership found "my" MINI already made, in the States, and had it on the lot within a week. So after 1 drive in the TT, I was learning in the MINI.
It took one good lesson with my husband in the MINI. His 2000 TT was perfect for a beginner, but the MINI was more fidgety. I had to wait a week to drive myself to work. But once he gave me a lesson, I've driven my MINI every day. And it puts a smile on my face.
I grinned so much on the MTTS Indy to Charleston leg that my face hurt!
Originally Posted by wrx_xb9r
Of course learning on a new gearbox and clutch can be frustrating as you are breaking these parts in also.
It took one good lesson with my husband in the MINI. His 2000 TT was perfect for a beginner, but the MINI was more fidgety. I had to wait a week to drive myself to work. But once he gave me a lesson, I've driven my MINI every day. And it puts a smile on my face.
I grinned so much on the MTTS Indy to Charleston leg that my face hurt!
1st Gear
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 16
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Slightly Modded HB MCS
Hi all
I'm from the UK and have to admit that I have been guesting it for the past 6 months... Just finished off a few basic mods so I thought I'd join up and see what everyone thinks...
The car is a facelift model with visibility pack (winter pack) Auto Climate... MFSW which is excellent... Changed my S-Spokes for 5 Star Bullets. I've also had an Aerokit fitted, changed my tailgate release and bonnet scoop for Black II versions.
Let me know what you think...
I'm from the UK and have to admit that I have been guesting it for the past 6 months... Just finished off a few basic mods so I thought I'd join up and see what everyone thinks...
The car is a facelift model with visibility pack (winter pack) Auto Climate... MFSW which is excellent... Changed my S-Spokes for 5 Star Bullets. I've also had an Aerokit fitted, changed my tailgate release and bonnet scoop for Black II versions.
Let me know what you think...
Neutral
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 3
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From: Orange County, CA
Quarterlife crisis...
so here's me in Wikipedia terms...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quarter-life_crisis
...and to help me overcome/ cope with my crisis... a 2006 astro black mini cooper.
AWESOME!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quarter-life_crisis
...and to help me overcome/ cope with my crisis... a 2006 astro black mini cooper.
AWESOME!
2nd Gear
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 67
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From: Los Angeles
Here's to courage
Ok, here goes, my first post. Worried that my signature might be too big. Edit: it is! How do I save a simple thumbnail?!?! Worried that it might be too 'racy' (no pun intended) for mini land, but let's face it... we would all snuggle with our minis if we could.
Neutral
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 3
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From: Pacific NW
New to NAM
Just picked up our new 06 MCSC last friday. We bought it for her but I'll have to say I've really enjoyed driving so far. I could see a second one in the future for me. I was happy to find this site and these forums.
4th Gear
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 312
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From: SoCal SFV
hey everyone, been reading all the good stuff over here on NAM for the past few months and figured i'd join, everyone seems very helpful here...
I've had my MINI for almost a year now and just passed the 10,000 mile mark... looking forward to alot of good timee with my Winnie...
I've had my MINI for almost a year now and just passed the 10,000 mile mark... looking forward to alot of good timee with my Winnie...
6th Gear
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 1,845
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From: Oswego, IL
Originally Posted by the_audience
so here's me in Wikipedia terms...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quarter-life_crisis
...and to help me overcome/ cope with my crisis... a 2006 astro black mini cooper. AWESOME!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quarter-life_crisis
...and to help me overcome/ cope with my crisis... a 2006 astro black mini cooper.
AWESOME!Welcome! and lets make sure you post pics in this thread
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...black+registry
Neutral
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 9
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New Member 02 S
This looks like a great place for information on the New Minis. I have recently purchased an 02 Cooper S with quite a few modifications, and am really enjoying the car. Oddly enough it looks very much like the GP that was in Winding Roads this month.
But, I am having all kinds of electrical problems at the moment that is making it difficult to have as much fun as I should have.[IMG]images/smilies/mad.gif[/IMG]
So maybe I can get some help "under the bonnet".[IMG]images/smilies/confused.gif[/IMG]
But, I am having all kinds of electrical problems at the moment that is making it difficult to have as much fun as I should have.[IMG]images/smilies/mad.gif[/IMG]
So maybe I can get some help "under the bonnet".[IMG]images/smilies/confused.gif[/IMG]
6th Gear
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 3,051
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From: Sacramento, CA
Originally Posted by Nickyd80
Well thinking about a Black on black Jcw,Aero kit,Xenon's,H/K. And thats all the options i want. No more no less. I feal the need for speed.
