Hi everybody, I have decided to order an MCS. My Wife and I agree on all the options except I wanted the MC and she is demanding the MCS. So the MCS it is. I went and drove one of the MCa and the MCSa cars and I do admit the extra power does rock. It feels like the MCS has a firmer ride too.

The only option I can't make up my mind about is the Automatic AC. Does anybody have anything good to say about the Auto AC option?

The dealer told me the JWC sport break kit is a very expensive option and not worth it if you do not race. They did tell me, when I asked, that I could put any options on the car myself if I wanted to. They wanted $500 just to install the Driving Lamps!


My 2006 MINI Cooper S

Pure Silver Body Color $450
Black Roof/Mirrors $0

package:
Cold Weather Package $300
Heated Front Seats Heated Side Mirrors and Washer Jets
Sport Package $1,900 Dynamic Stability Control
Front Fog Lamps Xenon Headlamps w/Power Wash
17" Web-spokes (Run Flat Perf.)
Black Bonnet Stripes Convenience Package $400
Universal Garage Door Opener
Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror Rain Sensor and Auto Headlamps

performance:
Sport Suspension Plus STD
Automatic w/Agitronic Paddles $1,350
Rear Fog Lamp $100

cockpit:
Sport Seats STD
Cloth: Space Gray $0
Int. Surface Anthracite $0
Computer Nav. System $1,700
On-Board Computer INC
3-Spoke w/Cruise and Multifunction $250
8-Spkr. Harman Kardon Sound System $550
Center Arm Rest $200

accessorys:
Driving Lamps (installation not incl.) $400
Checkered Flag Mirror Caps (installation not incl.) $118
Cupholder Accessory (installation not incl.) $50
Auxiliary Audio Input (installation not incl.) $40
JCW Floor Mats, front (installation not incl.) $109


They want $500 deposit to order it.

Cheers
CC

 

Welcome to NAM! I think you will enjoy your S.

 

Rock on Cap'n!

Sounds like a really cool car! You'll love it!

I think getting the S is the right choice MOST ESPECIALLY if you have to get an automatic. It's not PC on NAM to disparage CVT's, but I drove one and I didn't like it.

Also, I'm the only NAM member that actually likes the Auto A/C. I think it is awesome. Just dial up 68 degrees and forget it. Winter or summer, it'll do whatever it needs to to to maintain that temperature. (I first had auto a/c in a Cadillac Seville, and learned to appreciate it there. I also learned to dislike fiddling with ***** every 5 minutes to keep a comfortable temp.)

You have a great spec, but here are two suggestions:

Euro Parcel Shelf...lots of upsides, no downsides, only $80
Auto Up window circuit www.gbmini.net far and away the best $50 you'll ever spend on the MINI

Rawhyde

 

I didnt know you could still order an 06?
I know the 07 is in production now so why not an 07.
Just asking

 

batgirl, you and my wife are very likely right about the S, who am I to argue with the missis.

Rawhyde, thanks for the auto up window circuit link, I like it! In fact I can't wait to start modifying my MCS. I just love to build stuff for cars. I had seen the Euro Parcel Shelf and I will definitely be ordering that too. It looks like it will just about triple the cell phone storage areas.

CC

 

Thanks for my answer

 

I was told you can order an 06 till some time in November.

I do not want to step on anybodies feet but I prefer a supercharger and I prefer the looks of the body and headlights in the 06.

The 07's interior is very cool. The 07 will definitely be a better car in many ways (I am an engineer and I believe they likely have made great progress with the 07's redesign). I look forward to seeing the 07 when it comes out but I will probably be seeing it from the inside of my 06.


CC

 

I agree w/ above; I love the Auto A/C; I like the looks of the 06 over the 07; and the Euro Shelf is an absolute MUST. I drove my 06 new last month w/o the shelf, and finally bought one, & put it in just before my trip to the gap. It's fantastic. You can put your Aux install on it if u want, even an Aux power supply if you need. etc etc. It's pretty convenient....in fact...not having the euro shelf...I think... is like...not having a little cubby hole in the door to put stuff...
The only caveat about the auto-up windows is, watch out if u have kids in the car b/c I don't believe there is a safety catch on it if something gets caught in the window?

 

What a great idea! Thanks, I will do just that.

 

You forgot to total the add-ons and give a final price, it hurts less that way. I've heard if you get the accesorries added on at the vehicle reception center before it reaches the dealer it's a lot LESS for installation. You should ask them about it and BMW as well.

 

CDMINI, I want to put the stuff on myself. I know it is done right if I do it and I get to put the special touch on it too.

With that said, I did not know there was a vehicle reception center. Is that in the USA?

 

Go to the DIY section on Motoringfile.com and you can download the instructions for the Driving Light installation. The circuit and switch are absolutely first rate, but the actual lights are mediocre. There are boosters of PIAA lights...I ain't one of them. I like Hellas and Cibie's.

I have done the install, so if you get in a pinch, I'll help you out.

Rawhyde

 

 

OK, I will look into it. Thanks. Maybe I should not order the lights from MINI.

 

I've seen the MINI light kit on eBay for $250-275. The wiring is unbeatable and the brackets are fine too

 

The auto AC broke while i was test driving a unit. It annoys a lot of people. It is good to maintain a set temperature however... what temperature is that? Its just as arbitrary as a analog dial that says hotter-colder.

the air filter is very nice though. That alone would make me consider it.

However, I have hands and they can turn on ac's. they also drive the car. amazing. Also, I worked in a bio lab for many years and I know that if you dont change the filter 2-4x a year you can be breathing a lot of icky bacteria. Mostly harmless though. but it might smell.

I think the cup holder is annoying. It is a bulky object that confuses the look and well, eh. Not my thing. So is the armrest as it slides back with the gentlest of movements. Probably not as bad with automatic though. . 17 inch rims are heavy and destroy strut towers... hm...

Limited slip differential is awesome for bad weather and for flying around turns.

 

I should be ording on Saturday. I'm also getting a MCS with sport pkg, LSD, Winter Pkg, three spoke wheel w/cruise, and maybe the upgraded stereo. Dark Silver with the black roof & black bonnet stripes and either all black or gray & black interior. Alot of people have said to get the rear fog light also.

I'm not to crazy about the redsign either. And I think you should stay away from first year models. The interior looks good except that speedo is huge.

I hadn't even heard about the Euro shelf.....I'll have to check it out.

 

No LSD with auto trans.

"17 inch rims are heavy and destroy strut towers... " Ohhhh don't tell me that, I like the look of them!

 

welcome to NAM.
I have to chime in on the auto A/C...can't stand it. Very difficult to get what you want without changing fan speed. Still can't figure out how to use defroster without fan on full blast. (lower fan, and defroster shuts off). Fan is noisey and kicks in at full blast on auto setting.

Old analog works for me.

 

[quote=chopperace;1154163]. . . The interior looks good except that speedo is huge.
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Yea but that speedo with the nav inside it is way cool!

 

is there some website that you can use to create your mini on and produce this pic?

 

Yes, it is mini.com and use the "build your own" feature.

It does a great job except that is not what the silver looks like.

 

you should read about how the 17's and runflats damage the car's suspension towers. Grin and bear it. reality is good. Hope is a waste. I would have kept the 16's and runflats if not the jarring of the towers squishing the metal to death. the only recourse for 17's is to take off the runflats and also add strut tower reinforcement plates by M7 Tuning. This might help a bit it seems from the "bonnet" forum info.

I have a set of 15" Konig Rewinds and 205/60/15's awaiting their master in my garage.

- Harbinger of sorrow

 

I'll be getting them for mine. It sounds like they are very easy to install. That's one of the good things about buying an 06. Lots of accessories are available.

 

yeah definitely! i am happy about this. also, the suspension towers are somehow (dont know details) fixed for the majority of people. The mushrooming isnt though as its the same body surrounding the suspension and the same struts/springs being used. I figured the plates from day 1 = happiness.