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Old Feb 28, 2010 | 06:42 PM
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So I just bought a mini...

What a great car. I'm loving every minute of it.

I do hate the HK audio system though. I'll probably be posting soon to get some advice on replacing it!
 
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Old Feb 28, 2010 | 07:12 PM
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cool. any details on model, color, etc? any mods or bone stock? future plans?
 
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Old Feb 28, 2010 | 07:19 PM
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Congrats, can't wait to see a few pics.
 
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Old Feb 28, 2010 | 08:38 PM
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Don't like the HK audio? Should be easy to sell in the Marketplace considering the number of the post that couldn't wait for its availability.
 
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Old Feb 28, 2010 | 11:31 PM
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Congrats and welcome. Hating the HK system is a new one I always thought it sounded much better that the stock audio system. You should be able to fetch a good price for the HK amplifier since they are notorious for going bad.
 
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Old Mar 1, 2010 | 07:06 PM
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Yep, bone stock. 2006 S convertible (R52?). Grey w/ black stripes on the hood, black leather interior.

Funny that people like the sound of the HK. I think the bass is flubby and the midrange is pretty distorted. Good thoughts on the marketplace.

My first order of business will be to put a decent audio system in there. I'm thinking of the Alpine idx-305s w/ a nice set of component speakers up front and maybe a small sub in the back.

I'd consider modding for more power, but might wait until the warranty expires (got a great deal from the dealer w/ the extended coverage) unless there's something I can do that won't void it. Maybe a unichip or sprintbooster?

 

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Old Mar 1, 2010 | 08:44 PM
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looks great! welcome
 
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Old Mar 1, 2010 | 09:04 PM
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congrats
 
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Old Mar 1, 2010 | 09:48 PM
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Congratulations...and welcome!!!
 
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