Hello everyone,

I’m excited to join the community! I’ve decided to start a new adventure with the Mini Cooper brand and am officially on the hunt for my first one. Specifically, I’m looking for a 1st Generation (R53) Mini Cooper S or a John Cooper Works (JCW) version.

I’m looking for a driver’s car that has been well-maintained, and I am perfectly open to examples that already have tasteful aftermarket modifications—whether that’s suspension tuning, pulley upgrades, or cooling mods.

I’m based in the Bay Area, but I’m willing to travel for the right mini. If you know of any clean examples hitting the market or have advice on the minis. I’d love to hear them.

Looking forward to getting to know you all and hopefully sharing my "new" Mini here soon!

 

You know there's a market place on this forum?

Check this out
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co.../market/373347

On your side of the country too and a great color!