Well howdy folks and I must apologize in advance. I am new to the site and have never posted. I have a Chili Red 2002 Mini with 77K miles. I LOVE THIS CAR! I however don't have the S series. This car is so much fun to own so I can only imagine how much fun the S series is. I comment all the time to people that I love it so much I would buy TWO of them. Here comes my question. Is there a list or posting somewhere that might give me some mod ideas for the non-S series? The car is peppy and once up to speed is plenty fun but every guy (or gal for that matter) would enjoy that much more performance. Any ideas? I have only added the IPOD connector at this point but would love to add some performance. Hey did I mention I love these cars? Holy cow they are great.

Thanks for your input and attention.

Doc
Dallas, TX

 

check out this section of the forum for ideas:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...play.php?f=138

 

Not a "go" mod, but it definately make the MC look better. Add an aero kit.

 

Wow that is very nice. I have the Chili Red with White.

 

what kinds of modifications are you looking to do? suspension? go-fast?

 

Well mine is pretty standard. I think over time I would like to change the wheels and tires which will probably be first. The tires I have on it aren't going to last TOO much longer. It handles well so I would think Go Fast would be priority #1. Believe it or not I commute 62 miles each way to work each day. I have put over 10K on it in the last 3 months. So obviously it has to be reliable but a little more puch would be nice.

Doc

 

Also I forgot to mention that I am a network administrator for a nice sized group of auto dealerships. We don't sell Mini's but we do have an account with BMW/Mini of Dallas. So I can get parts etc from them at cost +10. That has to help.

Doc

 

Biggest bang for the buck, performance-wise is a head, cam, and software for the Cooper... a CAI and cat-back don't add a whole lot.

IMHO, while our cars handle well stock, the speed is really in the suspension. In other words, I'd start with the suspension first...

 

Any suggestions on the suspension?

Doc

 

Hey also i know this is a stupid question but where do you guys get the little animated MC's on your sig line?

I want one!

Doc

 

Depends on what you're looking for...

We're right here in Dallas (Plano actually), if you want to chat. You'll find our phone number on the website.

 

You may find something here!!

 

Actually I'm in Plano as well. Ohio and Plano Pkwy. I'll have to get with you on that.

How lucky is that!

Docwatson

 

This is MY current list taken from the Cooper forum that MDSBRAIN linked you to. Note all the suspension parts. You can also add camber plates in there. I have done everything suspension-wise you can. It is where the speed is at on a Cooper. On the way is a full OBX exhaust, ALTA alternator pulley and crank pulley. Good luck on your modding.

Here are MY mods: 2003 Cooper 63K on the clock

EXTERIOR
Aero Kit (painted)
35% window tint
M7 Extreme Hood Scoop (not installed-no S hood at the moment)
LED's for tailights
Orciari 3-pc spoiler
E-bay clear tail lights
Clear sidemarkers
E-bay antenna
Rear Wiper Delete

SUSPENSION
Bilstein PSS9 Coilovers
18x7.5 Exel TZ-10 wheels
215/35/18 Hankook tires
Alta rear upper and lower control arms
H-Sport Comp sway bars
Alta front and rear endlinks
H-Sport Front Strut Bar
Pilo Racing Rear Stress Bar
Wheel bolts
Hubcentric rings

BRAKES
Stoptech BBK (Black)
Stoptech rear slotted rotors
Axxis rear brake pads
Stoptech rear SS brake lines
Motul RBF600 brake fluid (3 bottles)

INTERIOR
Sparco Torino Seats (Blue/Gray)
Autopower 6-Point Cage
Euro Switching Panel
Gutted Interior

ENGINE
DEKA Battery (11 lb)
Moss Intake
Mobil 1 0w-40 motor oil
Batterymart Brass Terminals
Mini (Blue Anodized) Cap
Mini Wing Dipstick
TRANSMISSION
Redline MTL Fluid

 

You can take a ride in our killer Cooper, since you're local...

Let's just say that it's far from stock:

Suspension - TSW Softcore suspension, Ireland camber plates, KMAC rear camber kit, 19mm H&R rear swaybar, Powergrid endlinks

Power - Custom ported/polished head, S Inconel valves, Schrick cam, MTH'd, aFe intake, Miltek header and cat, Borla cat-back

Soon to have a new tranny, Quaife, and stage 3 clutch with all the trimmings...