F55/F56 2014 Hardtops, after the first month.
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From: Placerville, CA (Gold Rush country)
2014 Hardtops, after the first month.
This is a place for new Mini Hardtop owners to give feedback and thoughts about their 2014+ Hardtop, after they get it home. If you've had your car any amount of time over a month, share your thoughts. Only owners of the new 2014 or 2015 Hardtop need reply. Inquiring minds want to know. 
Here's a suggested link, if there's something you're confused about with your car. http://www.miniusa.com/content/miniu...your-mini.html
How long have you had it?
What have you thought so far?
Best thing?
Worst thing?
What has surprised you?
How do you feel in it?
Is it dependable?
Do you have an MC or MCS?
Is it manual or automatic?
How's you're gas mileage after break-in?
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences?
What do you want to share?
Thanks!
Here's a suggested link, if there's something you're confused about with your car. http://www.miniusa.com/content/miniu...your-mini.html
How long have you had it?
What have you thought so far?
Best thing?
Worst thing?
What has surprised you?
How do you feel in it?
Is it dependable?
Do you have an MC or MCS?
Is it manual or automatic?
How's you're gas mileage after break-in?
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences?
What do you want to share?
Thanks!
Last edited by Stay Curious; Jul 2, 2014 at 05:48 AM. Reason: Update
Biggest surprise - lack of brake dust
Best thing - The sound system (honorable mention to the 38 mpg I'm getting commuting in stop and go traffic)
Worst thing - Can't think of anything at all
So far the only "issue" I had was a malfunction in my headlight leveling system when I started it up once. It hasn't happened again.
It's been all smiles for me.
Best thing - The sound system (honorable mention to the 38 mpg I'm getting commuting in stop and go traffic)
Worst thing - Can't think of anything at all
So far the only "issue" I had was a malfunction in my headlight leveling system when I started it up once. It hasn't happened again.
It's been all smiles for me.
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2nd Gear
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From: Placerville, CA (Gold Rush country)
VicSkimmr, that's great! How long have you had it?
That's the oddest thing, these little querks that happen once, but not again. Guess things are just trying to settle in while doing system checks.
That's the oddest thing, these little querks that happen once, but not again. Guess things are just trying to settle in while doing system checks.
4th Gear
Joined: Mar 2014
Posts: 441
Likes: 1
From: Guntersville, AL
How long have you had it?................ Picked up May 10th now 3K miles
What have you thought so far?.......... This thing is great!
Best thing?.......................... Power, Handling, Comfort, Fuel Economy
Worst thing?.............. Can't turn some things off (rev matching)
What has surprised you? ............... Power & Handling
How do you feel in it?................... In Charge
Is it dependable?..................... So far not one complaint
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? ..Mid to upper 30's with my foot in it
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? 1st one
What do you want to share? Nothing - I want this all for me!!!!
What have you thought so far?.......... This thing is great!
Best thing?.......................... Power, Handling, Comfort, Fuel Economy
Worst thing?.............. Can't turn some things off (rev matching)
What has surprised you? ............... Power & Handling
How do you feel in it?................... In Charge
Is it dependable?..................... So far not one complaint
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? ..Mid to upper 30's with my foot in it
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? 1st one
What do you want to share? Nothing - I want this all for me!!!!
I think I picked it up on 5/10/14
2nd Gear
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 149
Likes: 1
From: Green Bay, WI
How long have you had it? May 1st was when I picked him up.
What have you thought so far? I love the car so far!
Best thing? The gas milage, how it makes crappy round-abouts fun, how the V/O does not show dirt as quickly. I could go on and on.
Worst thing? When it gets dirty. Does that count? No, in all honestly the fact I do not have comfort access sucks. I also wish that they had the option for air conditioned seats (hot leather yiks!).
What has surprised you? The agility of the car in the corners.
How do you feel in it? Like a boss!
Is it dependable? So far so good not one issue yet.
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? Hwy 42 MPG and city about 33 MPG.
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? 1st one I have owned.
What do you want to share? I want to share that everyone needs one of these cars in their lives.
What have you thought so far? I love the car so far!
Best thing? The gas milage, how it makes crappy round-abouts fun, how the V/O does not show dirt as quickly. I could go on and on.
Worst thing? When it gets dirty. Does that count? No, in all honestly the fact I do not have comfort access sucks. I also wish that they had the option for air conditioned seats (hot leather yiks!).
What has surprised you? The agility of the car in the corners.
How do you feel in it? Like a boss!
Is it dependable? So far so good not one issue yet.
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? Hwy 42 MPG and city about 33 MPG.
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? 1st one I have owned.
What do you want to share? I want to share that everyone needs one of these cars in their lives.
I was also shocked that I was able to fit 4 17x8" wheels plus 4 17" tires in the car yesterday. I had to put one tire in the front seat but that's still pretty crazy that all of that would fit. Wish I would've taken a picture now.
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3rd Gear
Joined: Mar 2014
Posts: 267
Likes: 0
From: Western Canada
How long have you had it? 1 month - bought June 2.
What have you thought so far? A very fun car.
Best thing? The small size, the handling and the power.
Worst thing? Minor weeping w/s washer duct problem.
What has surprised you? After a series of BMWs, that I like it as much as I do.
How do you feel in it? Makes driving fun and engaging again.
Is it dependable? So far.
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? Still in break-in.
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? N/A.
What do you want to share? I think the new F56 is very BMWish in gearbox and engine feel.
What have you thought so far? A very fun car.
Best thing? The small size, the handling and the power.
Worst thing? Minor weeping w/s washer duct problem.
What has surprised you? After a series of BMWs, that I like it as much as I do.
How do you feel in it? Makes driving fun and engaging again.
Is it dependable? So far.
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? Still in break-in.
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? N/A.
What do you want to share? I think the new F56 is very BMWish in gearbox and engine feel.
Last edited by tuco44; Jul 1, 2014 at 03:41 PM. Reason: Forget to mention have weeping w/s washer duct.
1st Gear
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 26
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From: Hampshire, IL
New wheels for the Mini? What'd ya get?
2nd Gear
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 56
Likes: 0
From: Raleigh, NC
How long have you had it? Took Delivery on June 12 - S Auto
What have you thought so far? Fantastic!
Best thing? Interior refinement yet retains that unique MINI character
Worst thing? Have experienced the Weeping Wiper Duct problem, but thankfully no paint or stripe damage
What has surprised you? Can't think of anything
How do you feel in it? Very comfortable
Is it dependable? Yes, but I guess it's really too early to tell
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? N/A
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? 2011 Cooper S Clubman (R55): I do miss the convenience of the Clubdoor, but the interior refinement in the F56 is light-years ahead of the previous generation.
What do you want to share?Definitely do NOT want to share my car... Yes it's fast; no you can't drive it!
What have you thought so far? Fantastic!
Best thing? Interior refinement yet retains that unique MINI character
Worst thing? Have experienced the Weeping Wiper Duct problem, but thankfully no paint or stripe damage
What has surprised you? Can't think of anything
How do you feel in it? Very comfortable
Is it dependable? Yes, but I guess it's really too early to tell
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? N/A
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? 2011 Cooper S Clubman (R55): I do miss the convenience of the Clubdoor, but the interior refinement in the F56 is light-years ahead of the previous generation.
What do you want to share?Definitely do NOT want to share my car... Yes it's fast; no you can't drive it!
Last edited by fxdavis; Jul 1, 2014 at 06:00 PM. Reason: Added S Auto
2nd Gear
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 98
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How long have you had it? Since 13 May 2014
What have you thought so far? Excellent
Best thing? Handling
Worst thing? non-sport seats
What has surprised you? performance of the 1.5
How do you feel in it? scrappy
Is it dependable? so far, after 4,200 miles
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? averaging 41 (80% highway)
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? n/a
What do you want to share? the 1.5 is the best kept secret ever...
What have you thought so far? Excellent
Best thing? Handling
Worst thing? non-sport seats
What has surprised you? performance of the 1.5
How do you feel in it? scrappy
Is it dependable? so far, after 4,200 miles
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? averaging 41 (80% highway)
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? n/a
What do you want to share? the 1.5 is the best kept secret ever...
2nd Gear
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 94
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From: Eastern Massachusetts
This is a place for new Mini Hardtop owners to give feedback and thoughts about their 2014 Hardtop, after they get it home. Only owners of the new Hardtop need reply. Inquiring minds want to know.
How long have you had it? Since 4/26
What have you thought so far? Buyers remorse is gone.
Best thing? Best shifting car I've had since 2004.
Worst thing? Why would Mini use this wiper wash? Can't wait for it to be gone.
What has surprised you? The navigation says to go East 20 when we're going west
How do you feel in it? Kinda hot. Wish it had cloth seats.
Is it dependable? Too early to determine.
Do you have an MC or MCS? MC
Is it manual or automatic? Manual
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? 39.6mpg average in the last 2262 miles
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? N/A
What do you want to share? HK is a must have. Not impressed with navigation.
Thanks!
How long have you had it? Since 4/26
What have you thought so far? Buyers remorse is gone.
Best thing? Best shifting car I've had since 2004.
Worst thing? Why would Mini use this wiper wash? Can't wait for it to be gone.
What has surprised you? The navigation says to go East 20 when we're going west
How do you feel in it? Kinda hot. Wish it had cloth seats.
Is it dependable? Too early to determine.
Do you have an MC or MCS? MC
Is it manual or automatic? Manual
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? 39.6mpg average in the last 2262 miles
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? N/A
What do you want to share? HK is a must have. Not impressed with navigation.
Thanks!
Last edited by Patriot!; Jul 2, 2014 at 05:37 AM. Reason: Addition answers added
3rd Gear
Joined: Dec 2013
Posts: 297
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From: Louisville, Colorado
This is a place for new Mini Hardtop owners to give feedback and thoughts about their 2014 Hardtop, after they get it home. Only owners of the new Hardtop need reply. Inquiring minds want to know.
How long have you had it?
What have you thought so far?
Best thing?
Worst thing?
What has surprised you?
How do you feel in it?
Is it dependable?
How's you're gas mileage after break-in?
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences?
What do you want to share?
Thanks!
How long have you had it?
What have you thought so far?
Best thing?
Worst thing?
What has surprised you?
How do you feel in it?
Is it dependable?
How's you're gas mileage after break-in?
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences?
What do you want to share?
Thanks!
Thanks for the comments so far!
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2nd Gear
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From: Placerville, CA (Gold Rush country)
Love the responses-Keep them coming
LOVE LOVE LOVE this thread. It's made me smile, and I hope people keep it up. Even if you've had it far longer than a month.
I'll add those suggestions, Conrad_Thomaier, on the original questions.
Favorite answers are to the "What do you want to share?" and "How do you feel in it?"
Honestly, this is our first Mini, FIRST NEW CAR for that matter, and I LOVE Mini owners. We're definitely unique. I think us 2014+ owners will become a scrappy crowd, with all the opinions of earlier model owners.
Keep the answers coming, and thank you!
I'll add those suggestions, Conrad_Thomaier, on the original questions.
Favorite answers are to the "What do you want to share?" and "How do you feel in it?"
Honestly, this is our first Mini, FIRST NEW CAR for that matter, and I LOVE Mini owners. We're definitely unique. I think us 2014+ owners will become a scrappy crowd, with all the opinions of earlier model owners.
Keep the answers coming, and thank you!
Last edited by Stay Curious; Jul 1, 2014 at 05:15 PM.
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Posts: 216
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From: Chesapeake, VA
Rev matching is turned off when you turn off traction control. (At least, that's the case with mine)
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Joined: May 2014
Posts: 26
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From: Spring Hill, Fl
How long have you had it? We took delivery on May 27
What have you thought so far? It's great (when I get to drive it)
Best thing? handling
Worst thing? None yet.
What has surprised you? how good the fuel mileage is/great power
How do you feel in it? Like a boss....
Is it dependable? yes
Do you have an MC or MCS? MCS
Is it manual or automatic? Auto
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? wife drives it everyday to work gets about 39-40
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? 1st Mini
What do you want to share? How much we love this car !!!
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What have you thought so far? It's great (when I get to drive it)
Best thing? handling
Worst thing? None yet.
What has surprised you? how good the fuel mileage is/great power
How do you feel in it? Like a boss....
Is it dependable? yes
Do you have an MC or MCS? MCS
Is it manual or automatic? Auto
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? wife drives it everyday to work gets about 39-40
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? 1st Mini
What do you want to share? How much we love this car !!!
Thanks!
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3rd Gear
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 151
Likes: 1
From: Lancaster, Ca
This is a place for new Mini Hardtop owners to give feedback and thoughts about their 2014+ Hardtop, after they get it home. If you've had your car any amount of time over a month, share your thoughts. Only owners of the new 2014 or 2015 Hardtop need reply. Inquiring minds want to know.
How long have you had it?since 5/27/
What have you thought so far?Sucks that my wife was right about MINIS!
Best thing?getting my first wave!
Worst thing?getting my first unreturned wave
What has surprised you?the torque of the venerable 1.5!
How do you feel in it?like I don't want to get out of it!
Is it dependable?not a single glitch so far...
Do you have an MC or MCS?MC
Is it manual or automatic?manual is the only way to motor!!
How's you're gas mileage after break-in?dont know, can't keep out of sport
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences?i choose to celebrate the differnces
What do you want to share?this is arguably the most fun I've had in a car, and I've had some fun cars...
Thanks!
How long have you had it?since 5/27/
What have you thought so far?Sucks that my wife was right about MINIS!
Best thing?getting my first wave!
Worst thing?getting my first unreturned wave
What has surprised you?the torque of the venerable 1.5!
How do you feel in it?like I don't want to get out of it!
Is it dependable?not a single glitch so far...
Do you have an MC or MCS?MC
Is it manual or automatic?manual is the only way to motor!!
How's you're gas mileage after break-in?dont know, can't keep out of sport
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences?i choose to celebrate the differnces
What do you want to share?this is arguably the most fun I've had in a car, and I've had some fun cars...
Thanks!
5th Gear
Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 920
Likes: 1
From: Central Connecticut
How long have you had it? 2 1/2 months (1,800 miles)
What have you thought so far? Absolutely love it!
Best thing? So much fun to drive.
Worst thing? Manual driver's seat.
What has surprised you? Love the navigation system. So easy to use. Heavy traffic re-routing is so helping.
How do you feel in it? Just fine.
Is it dependable? So far, yes.
Do you have an MC or MCS? MCS
Is it manual or automatic? Manual
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? Decent. Around 30mpg average.
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? N/A
What do you want to share? This is my first MINI and I am so happy I decided to go this route from my '11 Buick LaCrosse. It doesn't feel as small as it looks. Plenty of interior room. Exceptional quality now. Powerful engine. Handles great (I didn't go with the harsher riding sport suspension option). Awesome HK audio. Easy to park and maneuver. The only thing I wish I had was power front seats with memory. It's a pain having to re-adjust the seats whenever I move them forward to get to the rear seat.
What have you thought so far? Absolutely love it!
Best thing? So much fun to drive.
Worst thing? Manual driver's seat.
What has surprised you? Love the navigation system. So easy to use. Heavy traffic re-routing is so helping.
How do you feel in it? Just fine.
Is it dependable? So far, yes.
Do you have an MC or MCS? MCS
Is it manual or automatic? Manual
How's you're gas mileage after break-in? Decent. Around 30mpg average.
If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? N/A
What do you want to share? This is my first MINI and I am so happy I decided to go this route from my '11 Buick LaCrosse. It doesn't feel as small as it looks. Plenty of interior room. Exceptional quality now. Powerful engine. Handles great (I didn't go with the harsher riding sport suspension option). Awesome HK audio. Easy to park and maneuver. The only thing I wish I had was power front seats with memory. It's a pain having to re-adjust the seats whenever I move them forward to get to the rear seat.
4th Gear
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 411
Likes: 2
How long have you had it? 2 1/2 months (1,800 miles) What have you thought so far? Absolutely love it! Best thing? So much fun to drive. Worst thing? Manual driver's seat. What has surprised you? Love the navigation system. So easy to use. Heavy traffic re-routing is so helping. How do you feel in it? Just fine. Is it dependable? So far, yes. Do you have an MC or MCS? MCS Is it manual or automatic? Manual How's you're gas mileage after break-in? Decent. Around 30mpg average. If you've owned an older Mini, what are the most notable differences? N/A What do you want to share? This is my first MINI and I am so happy I decided to go this route from my '11 Buick LaCrosse. It doesn't feel as small as it looks. Plenty of interior room. Exceptional quality now. Powerful engine. Handles great (I didn't go with the harsher riding sport suspension option). Awesome HK audio. Easy to park and maneuver. The only thing I wish I had was power front seats with memory. It's a pain having to re-adjust the seats whenever I move them forward to get to the rear seat.
http://www.miniusa.com/content/miniu...your-mini.html
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2nd Gear
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From: Placerville, CA (Gold Rush country)
Keep it on track folks! PM the person if you have an answer! haha
With that said...GREAT LINK wtwien! Something all Mini Owners should watch.
With that said...GREAT LINK wtwien! Something all Mini Owners should watch.
Last edited by Stay Curious; Jul 2, 2014 at 05:47 AM.
I wish, they were Style 5s for my wife's Clubman that she ended up not liking. Had to have the tires removed before shipping them off to the new owner.
I'm not getting anything for the F56 until we get some suspension options.
I'm not getting anything for the F56 until we get some suspension options.
Neutral
Joined: May 2014
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Purchased mid May
We are really enjoying it
Love the way it handles
Wish it had power seats and leather
It is an all Black cooper
Gas mileage around town 32mpg but on our trip to Washington D.C we had 47mpg on the way down and 43mpg on our return trip according to the trip computer
This is our third mini, 1964, 850 and a 1970, 1000
We are really enjoying it
Love the way it handles
Wish it had power seats and leather
It is an all Black cooper
Gas mileage around town 32mpg but on our trip to Washington D.C we had 47mpg on the way down and 43mpg on our return trip according to the trip computer
This is our third mini, 1964, 850 and a 1970, 1000