It's been a almost 2 years since I posted a decent picture of my MCS so here are a few for you to take a look at.

Here is a link from 2 years ago. only mods then were Clear lights, PIAA's, TDR PR1's (not lowered yet, look how tall) and Silverstar bulbs.
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ad.php?t=49110

A little history first:

ordered 9.02, delivered 4.03
picked him up w/ 7 miles on the odo and now has 86.5K
Well I know sparky isn't the toughest name but I didn't really name him, my friends did. Reason being he shocked everyone as they got in and out of the car. So he picked up a name by default.

Here you go.






















I hope you like...I do. Oh, there is definitely more to come.

 

Nice photos.

 

Thanks

 

I agree, nice photos...

here are my latest.. scroll to bottom of link...
http://xiek.com/betty.htm



8 fill ups = $244.03
aprx 4,000 km travelling @ aprx $0.20 per KM wear and tear = $800
new windshield $500.00 retail
driving over 14 hrs one way to be at a MINI Rally and hang with other MINI's...
Priceless

 

Haha...

That's one strong MINI to be pullin' that trailer.

 

Nice urban setting shots!

 

I like the silver & black theme, and the very distinctive tailpipe that's a perfect fit for the gap in the plastic.

 

Thanks everyone Still gopt a long way to go before it's how I want it. But it's getting there.

 

Not great pics but I felt like posting some new stuff.

Well here are some new pics from yesterday. Mike from Aesthetic creations was in DC/MD area so I figured it was time to retire my stock stripes and get something new and well close to stock.



and got talked into some gauges faces by JustJay. Well I wanted them anyway when they first came out and Mike had a set with him so I couldn't say no. Well I could've and tried to talk myself out of it but it was a lost cause. So, now I've got new gauge faces.



I was all stoked about my new purchases until I changed the belt out and put in the DT Tension stop. Uhh there is supposed to be a shock/damper under here right? Well the bushing deteriorated and one end of the shock fell off the bolt. We had to rig it with some electrical tape (replaced as the bushing) and the DT tension stop so that it would slip off, and I drove it home gingerly. I hope to have the parts by Wednesday to replace the tensioner.

Anyone got any good tricks to get the tensioner off?

Sorry no pics of the tensioner.

 

A few new ones for ya.

Well it's been about a year since I posted up pics of Sparky, So Here goes.

What I've done since may 2007:
M7 Extreme Scoop
Vogtland Coilovers (switched from stock dampers and H&R springs)
Matte Black TDR Pro Race 1's w/ 215/45/17's ( I know they aren't much different than the Anthracite ones I had before. I do like the Black better.)
Cooper Side grills
De-badged "cooper S" and "S" logos
JCW 380 injectors
RMW Tune













and some Fisheye stuff

 

awesome pics, I really like the driving lights you're running

 

I love the exhaust. I have to check out B&B.

How is the exhaust when cruising on the highway?

 

it sounds great from one car back

 

Thanks. they are the PIAA 540's. I'm thinking of going a different direction but I'm not sure yet. I've always like the Hella Black magic's...hmmmm, maybe soon.

Well PGT Said it. I don't know what it sounds like from behind since I'm always sitting in front of it. From the interior it's pretty well mannered. I personally don't notice any droning at highway speeds. I'll try to get video of it soon.

Thanks man.

 

I like all those low-angled shots. They make the MINI look a bit more menacing.

Those are wicked cool wheels. They must be a b*tch to keep clean though.

 

Thanks

Team Dynamics Pro Race 1's. Actually they aren't too bad to keep clean. Black wheels = less noticeable brake dust. I've had a lot of practice cleaning these wheels, this is my 2nd set the last ones were anthracite in color. Plus I can fit my hands between the spokes so, it ain't too bad.

 

Hey Golden Child,

Sparky's in great shape!!

 

Nice shots, Golden Child.

I really like the monochrome gray-black look with the few touches of red. Even your license plate cooperates on that theme.

A couple of observations comparing the before and after shots:
1. The black grill makes a big difference. Quite remarkable.
2. The stock exhaust looks like that of a eunuch compared to the B&B

 

I didn't take them. These are shots from my track weekend with the PCA. It at New Jersey Motor Sports Park, Thunderbolt Raceway

Sorry about the water mark. These are linked from the photographer. I still need to purchase them.

NJ Motorsports Park, Thunderbolt Raceway











And Some Video

Part 1



Part 2

 

Your car looks really sweet. Love the total overall look. Cool gauge faces too.