GP decision time
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GP decision time
I'd be interested in hearing from anyone with a GP who has another mini. I'm looking at getting a '16 JCW CM that is really nice. The GP is amazing but I don't drive it much and won't be tracking it at all as was the original plan. I also have a long daily commute so extra creature comforts are a bonus.
So question is, if I get the JCW CM and drive that daily will it be such a huge difference from a performance standpoint that I'd miss the GP? Tough to answer and all opinions obviously but still love to hear some!
So question is, if I get the JCW CM and drive that daily will it be such a huge difference from a performance standpoint that I'd miss the GP? Tough to answer and all opinions obviously but still love to hear some!
#3
I'd be interested in hearing from anyone with a GP who has another mini. I'm looking at getting a '16 JCW CM that is really nice. The GP is amazing but I don't drive it much and won't be tracking it at all as was the original plan. I also have a long daily commute so extra creature comforts are a bonus.
So question is, if I get the JCW CM and drive that daily will it be such a huge difference from a performance standpoint that I'd miss the GP? Tough to answer and all opinions obviously but still love to hear some!
So question is, if I get the JCW CM and drive that daily will it be such a huge difference from a performance standpoint that I'd miss the GP? Tough to answer and all opinions obviously but still love to hear some!
On the downside, no cruise control, no steering wheel stereo controls, no rear windscreen wiper, no rear seats. If those kind of things bother you, then using the GP as a daily driver will bug you.
Here is a nice little comparison article a friend of mine did a few years back,
http://www.ausmotive.com/2013/08/03/...v-mini-gp.html
#4
I owned my GP2 and JCW CM for awhile and I love the CM more. After the bigger turbo, tune, downpipe and suspension it became a family car for the canyons. I sold the GP and replaced it with a Nissan GTR. Keep the CM and modded it.
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2013 GP2 #295, 270whp/310wtq, KO4 47mm Turbo, 18" NM Wheels, Alta intake, Manic Stage III+, HFS-3 Meth, 30% E85 Blend, Forged IC, Alta Hot Pipe, P&P/Ceramic Exhaust Manifold, m3 Extreme Ceramic DP, Vibrant mid res, 4" Double walled Tips, WMW/KW V3 CO, Alta Rear CA, CREE Fogs, Black out F/R Rings and Gas Cap, M7 CF Front Splitter, and No Stickers. MORE TO COME!! Previous 04Triple Black 17% Alta, MM Air/H2O, CAI, OBX Header, FBT Head, Shrick Cam, 234whp
2013 GP2 #295, 270whp/310wtq, KO4 47mm Turbo, 18" NM Wheels, Alta intake, Manic Stage III+, HFS-3 Meth, 30% E85 Blend, Forged IC, Alta Hot Pipe, P&P/Ceramic Exhaust Manifold, m3 Extreme Ceramic DP, Vibrant mid res, 4" Double walled Tips, WMW/KW V3 CO, Alta Rear CA, CREE Fogs, Black out F/R Rings and Gas Cap, M7 CF Front Splitter, and No Stickers. MORE TO COME!! Previous 04Triple Black 17% Alta, MM Air/H2O, CAI, OBX Header, FBT Head, Shrick Cam, 234whp
#5
Where you will really notice a difference is in the handling. The GP is much sharper and more precise with steering input, holds the road much better. It is stiffer though.
On the downside, no cruise control, no steering wheel stereo controls, no rear windscreen wiper, no rear seats. If those kind of things bother you, then using the GP as a daily driver will bug you.
Here is a nice little comparison article a friend of mine did a few years back,
http://www.ausmotive.com/2013/08/03/...v-mini-gp.html
On the downside, no cruise control, no steering wheel stereo controls, no rear windscreen wiper, no rear seats. If those kind of things bother you, then using the GP as a daily driver will bug you.
Here is a nice little comparison article a friend of mine did a few years back,
http://www.ausmotive.com/2013/08/03/...v-mini-gp.html
If the GP goes away I'll definitely miss the precise handling and the brakes, oh how I love those brakes
#6
I owned my GP2 and JCW CM for awhile and I love the CM more. After the bigger turbo, tune, downpipe and suspension it became a family car for the canyons. I sold the GP and replaced it with a Nissan GTR. Keep the CM and modded it.
mQubed Motorsport, Manic Tuning Dealer
mQubed Motorsport, Manic Tuning Dealer
What I got from this is buy a GTR, my wife will be thrilled
But seriously thanks for the input, that's really helpful. Initial drives of the JCW CM does make it feel that with a little tuning it could be amazing.
Right now I'm in the mindset to grab the CM and sell the GP when a buyer pops up.
PS: Fantastic looking JCW CM MarioKart
#7
What I got from this is buy a GTR, my wife will be thrilled But seriously thanks for the input, that's really helpful. Initial drives of the JCW CM does make it feel that with a little tuning it could be amazing. Right now I'm in the mindset to grab the CM and sell the GP when a buyer pops up. PS: Fantastic looking JCW CM MarioKart
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2013 GP2 #295, 270whp/310wtq, KO4 47mm Turbo, 18" NM Wheels, Alta intake, Manic Stage III+, HFS-3 Meth, 30% E85 Blend, Forged IC, Alta Hot Pipe, P&P/Ceramic Exhaust Manifold, m3 Extreme Ceramic DP, Vibrant mid res, 4" Double walled Tips, WMW/KW V3 CO, Alta Rear CA, CREE Fogs, Black out F/R Rings and Gas Cap, M7 CF Front Splitter, and No Stickers. MORE TO COME!! Previous 04Triple Black 17% Alta, MM Air/H2O, CAI, OBX Header, FBT Head, Shrick Cam, 234whp
2013 GP2 #295, 270whp/310wtq, KO4 47mm Turbo, 18" NM Wheels, Alta intake, Manic Stage III+, HFS-3 Meth, 30% E85 Blend, Forged IC, Alta Hot Pipe, P&P/Ceramic Exhaust Manifold, m3 Extreme Ceramic DP, Vibrant mid res, 4" Double walled Tips, WMW/KW V3 CO, Alta Rear CA, CREE Fogs, Black out F/R Rings and Gas Cap, M7 CF Front Splitter, and No Stickers. MORE TO COME!! Previous 04Triple Black 17% Alta, MM Air/H2O, CAI, OBX Header, FBT Head, Shrick Cam, 234whp
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2013 GP2 #295, 270whp/310wtq, KO4 47mm Turbo, 18" NM Wheels, Alta intake, Manic Stage III+, HFS-3 Meth, 30% E85 Blend, Forged IC, Alta Hot Pipe, P&P/Ceramic Exhaust Manifold, m3 Extreme Ceramic DP, Vibrant mid res, 4" Double walled Tips, WMW/KW V3 CO, Alta Rear CA, CREE Fogs, Black out F/R Rings and Gas Cap, M7 CF Front Splitter, and No Stickers. MORE TO COME!! Previous 04Triple Black 17% Alta, MM Air/H2O, CAI, OBX Header, FBT Head, Shrick Cam, 234whp
2013 GP2 #295, 270whp/310wtq, KO4 47mm Turbo, 18" NM Wheels, Alta intake, Manic Stage III+, HFS-3 Meth, 30% E85 Blend, Forged IC, Alta Hot Pipe, P&P/Ceramic Exhaust Manifold, m3 Extreme Ceramic DP, Vibrant mid res, 4" Double walled Tips, WMW/KW V3 CO, Alta Rear CA, CREE Fogs, Black out F/R Rings and Gas Cap, M7 CF Front Splitter, and No Stickers. MORE TO COME!! Previous 04Triple Black 17% Alta, MM Air/H2O, CAI, OBX Header, FBT Head, Shrick Cam, 234whp