I've only been a Mini owner for a couple weeks now. Mine is a 2002 silver/black with the sport package.The city i live in is just southwest of pittsburgh. I noticed that even though this is a decent size city...there's not too many MINI's around here. I've been noticing people checking out my car at intersections,drive thru's ect. Plus i'm starting to get the compliments now. I have to admit..i feel special The added bonus is that i've been contacted by some really cool people on this site, since i joined up. I think i can get used to this. So thanks to everyone who has already, or will hit me up in the future. This is really a special place!