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F55/F56 Back in a MCS - And LOVE'n IT!

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Old 03-07-2017, 01:54 PM
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Back in a MCS - And LOVE'n IT!

My first was an 06 Mini Cooper S, more than 80K miles, trouble free (except for 2 thermostats). LOVED that car! Stupid as h*** to get rid of it.



I have been looking for a gently used one and I found it! Located a 2014 MCS in pristine condition with 24K miles. Automatic, and according to Mini Cooper, not affected by the crankshaft bearings since its the 6 speed auto. Vin check revealed it was put into service (sold) on June 24, 2015. I still have warranty until June 23, 2019, and I plan on buying the factory warranty before that date. It is a bit pricey, but may be worth it. At my age, I may be retiring and seeking a part-time gig doing something, so I may keep this beauty for a while.




I am glad to be back! I already am being contacted by the local Mini Cooper Club members, who are excited to see I have snapped out of it and once again on the fun side of the fence!

"Cheers!"
 
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Old 03-07-2017, 01:58 PM
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Nice car LtRex. Looks brand new!!
 
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Old 03-08-2017, 07:42 AM
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I just did the same recently. The day I got rid of my Mini, I saw one on the road and immediately regretted my decision. I'm 3 days in on a new F55 S after a 2 year break and vowing to never not be in a Mini again!
 
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Old 03-19-2017, 04:31 PM
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I'm soon to be back in a MCS! I had a 2007 R56 that I loved but it started exhibiting the dreaded problems. I traded it in, in 2011 for a 2008 Lexus IS 350. The Lexus was nice but I immediately missed my MINI. I always vowed that one day I'd get a MINI, again. That day happened on Thursday when I ordered my 2017 MCS in British Racing Green II! I'm as excited as I was 10 years ago waiting for my first.
 
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Old 03-20-2017, 07:45 AM
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Welcome back to MINI. Is that another Iced Chocolate F56? Yours looks JUST like mine when I took delivery.



Yes, I added tint so the picture isn't exactly the same.
I've since changed my wheels for summer; I still use my Victory spokes for the winter. There aren't many out there; enjoy!

Ironically, while I live in Chicago now but I'm from your neck of the woods. In true STL area fashion, I went to Lafayette. Must be something in the water.

You made a great choice.
 
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Old 03-20-2017, 08:15 AM
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Nice find......something about these cars that you never want to be without one. Congrats.
 
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What color is that, it looks sort of plum in the pix. Yea the R52 cabrio was a fine mobile, legendary almost and you got it in the last year of production too.
 
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Old 03-22-2017, 06:47 AM
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What color is that, it looks sort of plum in the pix. Yea the R52 cabrio was a fine mobile, legendary almost and you got it in the last year of production too.
Iced Chocolate Metallic. It's mostly a deep brown but there are flakes of purple and blue in the paint. It's a cool, underappreciated color IMHO.
 
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Old 03-27-2017, 04:39 AM
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It is the Iced Chocolate! Love the color, don't see many and what a great look when clean and shiny! Funny you mention high school, it is totally a STL thing! I went to Oakville.
 


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