Well, I finally scratched the itch I've been having for a while after stumbling across a relatively low mileage, clean and well-maintained R55 JCW. I'm slowly becoming aware of all the quirks of the car while simultaneously falling in love a bit more every day! I can't imagine a much better commute warrior, and my last car was a Focus ST (also a great commuter).

If you see a British Racing Green JCW Clubman cruising over California Highway 17 with the rest of the poor commuters, give a wave!

 

Hello and welcome, dont forget to post up some pics R55 JCWs are pretty rare.

 

Welcome to the forum and the MINI experience. Post some pictures when you get a chance.

 

Hi and welcome to NAM!
How about some pics!

 

Will do as soon as I can clean it up! I needed to replace the faded/peeling hood stripes

 

Okay, well it's not really cleaned up, but I at least I got the missing hood stripe on and installed the roof rack.

 

Nice! Looks like you have the thicker JCW steering wheel. Are you going to upgrade to a JCW body kit. The early factory JCW years they did not come standard with the body kit.

 

It looks very nice! I am sure it will take a little time to get it the way you want it!
Lots of things to add to make it personal to you!
Have fun with it!

 

Maybe some day! I don't think I can justify the cost for the time being, but it sure does look good!