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Old Oct 24, 2007 | 04:41 PM
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First mod

...aftermarket rims!



Next step, wheelgapelimination! Any suggestions?


 
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Old Oct 24, 2007 | 04:44 PM
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How did you get those "S" rims to fit on a base Cooper ???



Just messin' with ya... they look great !!

 
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Old Oct 24, 2007 | 04:55 PM
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Spoiler Upgrade!!!!!!!!!
 
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Old Oct 25, 2007 | 07:05 AM
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Looks good, when will you change your side marker lights from orange to blank?


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Old Oct 25, 2007 | 07:17 AM
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Haven't really given it any thought. Is it reasonably affordable? I've only had the car for about a month or so, suspension was my first target. Aesthetics aren't my primary focus unless its only a few dollars, then I'm sure I can fit a couple in .
 
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Old Oct 25, 2007 | 07:29 AM
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Side markers are relatively cheap and super easy to swap. Here's one particular source for reference:

http://www.outmotoring.com/mini-coop...rker-lens.html
 
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Old Oct 25, 2007 | 07:31 AM
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Gotta say...Nice Choice!
I'm running with the same.
I'd have to say your next move should be either;

Front Grilles:
(This is a full replacement grill)
http://new.minimania.com/web/Item/NM.../InvDetail.cfm

(This simply stick to the existing grille with adhesive take, less expensive)
http://new.minimania.com/web/Item/NM.../InvDetail.cfm

(M7 Grilles)
http://www.m7tuning.com/parts/produc...products_id=22

Side repeaters, I went with the plain ones minus the "S"
http://www.mossmini.com/Shop/ViewPro...eIndexID=36694


Rear Spoiler:

OEM Spoiler
http://www.mossmini.com/Shop/ViewPro...eIndexID=34375
JCW Spoiler:
http://new.minimania.com/web/Item/NM.../InvDetail.cfm
M7 Spoiler:
http://www.m7tuning.com/parts/produc...9bb85537f0b660








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...aftermarket rims!



Next step, wheelgapelimination! Any suggestions?


 
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Old Oct 25, 2007 | 07:40 AM
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Then I would think about getting a stiffer rear sway bar.
It will greatly improve your handling.




Originally Posted by halfofalmost
Haven't really given it any thought. Is it reasonably affordable? I've only had the car for about a month or so, suspension was my first target. Aesthetics aren't my primary focus unless its only a few dollars, then I'm sure I can fit a couple in .
 

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Old Oct 25, 2007 | 08:39 AM
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Get a 19MM H&R bar for the rear next!!!
 
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