Hello Everyone,

I have always loved the look of the new Mini and got my first taste of it when I purchased a 2005 Mini Cooper S. Although it was the most fun car I have ever driven, it lacked reliability, so I sold it for a loss a year later and vowed never to own a Mini again. But my love for the Mini didn't go away so here I am, excited owner of a used 2014 Countryman S All4. I've always felt like a car guy at heart but haven't had a chance to do much more then standard maintenance, so when I decided to get my first fixer upper, I thought back to the fun driving i had with my 2005 Cooper S. I hope to go much deeper into the car world upgrading the countryman to a reliable (hopefully!!?) daily driver with some sportiness. Wish me luck! I look forward to pouring over this forum for tips and advise, as well as maybe get some feedback on some upgrade plans! Thanks Everyone!