Can't turn back now!
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Can't turn back now!
Hi All,
Just wanted to send out a fair warning: My wife and I have just picked up our baby "RUBY" (MCS- CR/CR) and will be terrorizing roads all over VA, MD, and DC. We traded in what we thought was the ultimate small sports car '02 Audi TT ALMS edition (225, quattro)... but I can't tell you what a blast I have had driving RUBY. Damn, I can't believe what I have been missing for the last 2.5 years.
And I am proud to say that after only 30 miles of driving, I have had my first quirk. The Tire Pressure and DSC light came on toghether and will not shut off. I have read about this in other threads, and while I'm waiting to get it fixed I will proudly wear it as a badge of initiation.
BTW- Since we bought if from the dealer and did not get to configure it ourselves, is there a market out there for these S-lite wheels? I need to Pimp RUBY out with new shoes.
Just wanted to send out a fair warning: My wife and I have just picked up our baby "RUBY" (MCS- CR/CR) and will be terrorizing roads all over VA, MD, and DC. We traded in what we thought was the ultimate small sports car '02 Audi TT ALMS edition (225, quattro)... but I can't tell you what a blast I have had driving RUBY. Damn, I can't believe what I have been missing for the last 2.5 years.
And I am proud to say that after only 30 miles of driving, I have had my first quirk. The Tire Pressure and DSC light came on toghether and will not shut off. I have read about this in other threads, and while I'm waiting to get it fixed I will proudly wear it as a badge of initiation.
BTW- Since we bought if from the dealer and did not get to configure it ourselves, is there a market out there for these S-lite wheels? I need to Pimp RUBY out with new shoes.
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TMGRobyn...
In response to the Audi question.... the ALMS edition got major head turning and comments from a lot of people.... but driving wise it just was a heavy car with expensive upkeep (replacing the tires alone was $1200... riding on Mich. Pilots). Fun, but always too worried about scratching it up it was the pretty prom date...lots of flash, but a different type of fun.
I want to drive the wheels off... and I can finally do that with our MCS and smile all the way! :smile: Plus, I love the MOTORING community... friendly, helpful and fun... which makes the experience even better.
In response to the Audi question.... the ALMS edition got major head turning and comments from a lot of people.... but driving wise it just was a heavy car with expensive upkeep (replacing the tires alone was $1200... riding on Mich. Pilots). Fun, but always too worried about scratching it up it was the pretty prom date...lots of flash, but a different type of fun.
I want to drive the wheels off... and I can finally do that with our MCS and smile all the way! :smile: Plus, I love the MOTORING community... friendly, helpful and fun... which makes the experience even better.
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Originally Posted by Ekul
What kinda "shoes" are you looking for? Something lighter for racing or something more flashy for wowing the crowds? There is so much available it may be as hard to choose as it was to configure a new Mini.
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Welcome aboard my friend! You've found the best place - right here...
Check out the Tires/Wheels forum - lots of pictures. Also Alex - Tire Rack - vendor here on NAM. He may be of some help if you're looking for something different. There is so much available - it all comes down to personal choice. :smile:
I guess you've probably checked out www.dcmetrominis.org - fun club, great people, lots of activities and motoring...
Chow!
Donna
Check out the Tires/Wheels forum - lots of pictures. Also Alex - Tire Rack - vendor here on NAM. He may be of some help if you're looking for something different. There is so much available - it all comes down to personal choice. :smile:
I guess you've probably checked out www.dcmetrominis.org - fun club, great people, lots of activities and motoring...
Chow!
Donna
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Originally Posted by corrupt52
but always too worried about scratching it up
I'm sure you'll enjoy the MCS. I'll keep my eyes out for you in the MD area -- where exactly do you think you'll be driving her?
Welcome to the MINI world.
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