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Old 03-30-2009, 06:07 AM
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Show me your R57 Cabrio!!!

Let's compile the sexy cabrios into one thread,

so If you don't mind, please show us your new R57 !
 
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Old 03-30-2009, 07:57 PM
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in the "delivery room" and at home for the first time

Now you have to admit, this Chilli Red Cabrio is Chilli Red Hot!
 
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Old 03-30-2009, 10:41 PM
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Now you have to admit, this Chilli Red Cabrio is Chilli Red Hot!
Red hot indeed!

How is the view in the rearview?
(i've heard people were most concerned about that)
 
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Old 03-31-2009, 05:27 PM
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Should be picking mine on Saturday. I'll share the fun after a few turns around the block.

Mattsenpai- I was able to check one out during a press tour and it's not that bad out the back. If the tops up and you can't see then, just put the top down, makes the view that much better!
 
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Old 04-01-2009, 07:55 AM
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Sunnygirl, how'd you get those wheels with your order? Sweet looking car!
I also ordered a Chili Red cabrio cooper S but I couldn't spec those wheels so I got the Black Bullets.
Congratulations on your new MINI!!
 
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Old 04-01-2009, 09:02 AM
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Sunnygirl, how'd you get those wheels with your order? Sweet looking car!
I also ordered a Chili Red cabrio cooper S but I couldn't spec those wheels so I got the Black Bullets.
Congratulations on your new MINI!!
Those are the base no-frill 16" S-Winder wheels.... Nice Cabrio Sunnygirl!
 
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Old 04-01-2009, 10:29 AM
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I like the way the 2G body fits the cabrio.

Now, somebody post up a nice yella one!
 
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Those are stnd wheels

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Those are the base no-frill 16" S-Winder wheels.... Nice Cabrio Sunnygirl!
Yep, no special order on the wheels...that's what came standard....
 
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Old 04-01-2009, 03:50 PM
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Originally Posted by mattsenpai
How is the view in the rearview?
The answer is that the view is kinda restricted. You can actually see better IMHO with the top up. I would not say it overly concerns me, but it is something you will need to adjust to.
 
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Old 04-02-2009, 12:02 PM
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Originally Posted by hoonu
I like the way the 2G body fits the cabrio.

Now, somebody post up a nice yella one!
at your service! IC YELLOW - JCW Kit - S (for superfast!)
 
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Hey swooper,

Is that the front breaker cooling i see in the lower grill? was that something you added or did the aero kit come with that?

sweet looking car by the way

[IMG]file:///C:/DOCUME%7E1/user/LOCALS%7E1/Temp/moz-screenshot.jpg[/IMG]
 
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Swooper - Looks GREAT!

We test drove MCSC at our MINI dealer last Saturday and it looked just like yours, even the interior with Auto. I'm sure there were some differences.

Enjoyed the test drive so much we went back to dealer and ordered CRB MCSC instead of CRB MCS Hardtop.

Can't wait for it to arrive!!!
 
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There is no power outlet in the boot of the R57. Anyone know if the R52 had one?

Never mind. I found the outlet. It's mounted on the inside of the bumper sill (a couple of inches to the right of the left tail light). You cannot see it unless you stick your head inside the boot.
 

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Old 04-02-2009, 08:16 PM
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That's the same place the outlet was on the R52, give or take an inch or two.
 
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[quote=willsblackmini08;2721779]Hey swooper,

Is that the front breaker cooling i see in the lower grill? was that something you added or did the aero kit come with that?

sweet looking car by the way [quote]

im going to be totally honest and ignorant and say that i have no idea, if its the front breaker cooling?

whatever it is/isnt, i havent done anything to it, its still stock for right now... waitin for the next paycheck for my extras

and, thanks!!
 
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Old 04-03-2009, 09:31 AM
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at your service! IC YELLOW - JCW Kit - S (for superfast!)
Very, very sweet! ...but score -1 for top up evidence.
 
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One word........FINALLY!!

After 8 weeks and numerous false starts they newest arrival has finally been delivered. Let the motoring begin................
 

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Originally Posted by jonjer72
After 8 weeks and numerous false starts they newest arrival has finally been delivered. Let the motoring begin................
Hey the black bonnet stripes and black top on a red mini look terrific!
(....must be why I have the same color scheme....)

Gotta admit those wheels really look great too...and nice aero package.

sunnygirl
 
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Old 04-20-2009, 08:35 AM
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Awesome MINIs, I too ordered the Chili Red, but its not ready yet.

How about those interiors? Show that off too!!
 
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Old 04-20-2009, 08:53 PM
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After 8 weeks and numerous false starts they newest arrival has finally been delivered. Let the motoring begin................
the jcw aero makes me melttt!
 
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I picked up mine yesterday! I snapped a few with my normal camera and my phone. Included phone ones here (not best quality) until I transfer from my camera....

I got to ride with the top down for a few minutes before it rained.
 
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Congrads man. You got your Convertible and an excellent color choice at that.

You're going to be so happy for weeks to come. Still puts a smile on my face when I get in and lower the top!
 

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Old 04-23-2009, 05:15 PM
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Congrats! one Q.. what is this? (Cabrio Owners) >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/dccxlix/3356156681/
 
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I think that's the button to open the glove box.
 
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That's correct!
 


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