Ok I'm new on the boards, had my Mini 18 months, it's a Hardtop S with a few handling upgrades. Just put some new Michelin Pilot Super Sports on, WOW!

At 22,000 miles it has been flawless mechanically, and the new tires really have fixed the minor complaints I had. But I now realize, I drive it a pretty much full throttle all the time. I live in the country, and drive mainly hilly, 2 lane, curvy roads that I have driven for 20 plus years. I run it 100% in Sport mode and often with traction control off. Get the picture... I like to drive!

I'd like to start adding some performance mods, but where should I start?

Thanks for any advise.
TJ

 

is it an R53 or R56? intake and exhaust are always a good place to start. you can get the most power for the least amount of money (typically).

 

Driver enhancement. A racing school or an autocross or six. That's where I would start.

 

It is a R56, Madness Springs, KW Coilover V2 shocks, JWC Strut Brace, and PowerFlex Bushings

 

A rear sway bar and ^^this^^.
A few HPDEs will definitely make your MINI faster.

 

Cobb AccessPort is a good option.

 

Oh and welcome to NAM!! Rules are that you post a pic of the MINI.
Yes and a tune^
Where in NorCal are you by the way?