I had wanted a new MINI since the day it was announced. I collected hard copies of all the ads, brochures, and pictures I could find and put them in a binder. I pointed at MINIs any time I'd see one on the road. I dropped what I was doing to watch the TV ads. I read every MINI review article I could fine. And one day... my wish came true: I ordered a brand new, 2013 from Otto's MINI in Exton, PA! It had everything I wanted...

• A 2013 Cooper S (and one of the last pre-facelifted models)
• Gray with subtle, black stripes
• Manual transmission
• Upgraded audio with LCD screen
• Piano black interior trim
• Dual sunroof
• JCW body kit
• JCW wheels
• JCW exhaust
• GP rear diffuser

It was just beautiful. And I enjoyed the crap out of it. Then, everything changed... less than a year after taking ownership, I found out we found out we would be having twins (!?). And virtually overnight, it was decided that the MINI had to go, and we took out a lease on a Grand Cherokee. As it turned out, it was a good move, and the Cherokee was perfect for our new family. I missed the MINI, but life with twins was busy and amazing, and I didn't spend too much time looking back.

Now, my kids are 9 years old, and both my spouse and I work from home. Our main vehicle is a huge RAM 1500 that has more than enough space for my kids and everything we want to haul. We don't really need a second vehicle, except as a backup or to run the random errand. And all of the sudden, somehow, I'm now blessed to be in a position where I can afford to buy a used, MINI of roughly the same era as the one I gave up roughly 10 years ago.

And that got me thinking... where is the MINI I gave up when we had our twins? I hope it went to a good home. Maybe to someone on this forum, even? Might someone here know where it is and would the owner possibly be interested in selling it?

So, that's where I turn to you (and thank you for reading this long story). If anyone has seen this 2013 MINI Cooper S and/or might have information about the owner(s), I would LOVE to hear from you! If nothing else, I hope it's being taken care of and enjoyed often. But maybe, just maybe... it's also looking for a new home. If you've seen it, or have any information, please contact me. Thank you so much!

Paul

 

Oh she's GORGEOUS!
A belated - Congratulations for/with having twins.
Nonetheless - Bittersweet having to let this beautiful R56 go.
Hoping you find one that you will love as much as this one...That is to say; if you are not reunited with your long lost Mini.

 

Thanks so much! Here's hoping I can track her down... and if not, well, consider me looking for a 2nd-gen Cooper S if anyone is thinking of parting with theirs!

 

Very clean!

 

That’s a great looking MINI

If you still have the VIN a carfax might show any recent places it was serviced and maybe one of the shops could pass along your contact info to the current owner.