Two things I'm debating: getting leatherette again to save $ (but the Carbon Black Punch would give me free color line and dash color, plus it might fun to have something different) and maybe Rooster Red color line if it's not too much. What do you think of the below?


Model Code 12MA Cooper Hardtop USD 19,500.00
Color 851 Chili Red paint N/C
Upholstery T8E1 Leather Punch Carbon Black 1,500.00
Options
ZPP Premium Package 1,750.00
302 Anti-theft alarm system N/C
322 Comfort Access keyless entry N/C
345 Chrome line interior N/C
431 Auto-dimming rearview mirror N/C
521 Rain sensor and auto headlights N/C
534 Automatic climate control N/C
ZSP Sport Package 1,250.00
2GC† 16" alloy wheels, 6-Star Twin Spoke N/C
325 Rear spoiler N/C
481 Sport seats N/C
520 Foglights N/C
5DT Dynamic Traction Control N/C
ZTP Technology Package 2,000.00
473 Center armrest N/C
507 Park Distance Control (rear only)
N/C 674 harman/kardon premium sound N/C
7L5 MINI Connected with Navigation 750.00
620 Voice-command N/C
6FP MINI Connected N/C
6NE Comfort Bluetooth and USB/iPod adapter N/C
6NM MINI Connected N/C
6UM MINI navigation system N/C
1CA CO2 relevant vehicles N/C
258 Run-flat tires N/C
319 Universal garage-door opener 250.00
383 Roof and mirror caps in black N/C
494 Heated front seats 500.00
4AA Anthracite headliner 250.00
4AU Extended Decor Rings N/C
4BD Interior surface Piano Black N/C
4C1 Color Line Carbon Black N/C
4NA Interior mirror with compass 100.00
6NF Smartphone Integration N/C
6UH Real Time Traffic Information N/C
6VC Combox controller N/C
785 White turn-signal lights 100.00
927 All-season tires N/C
Net Total 27,950.00
Destination Charge 700.00
MACO N/C
Training/Service Fee N/C
Total Suggested Price 28,650.00

 

That seems like quite the build! I remember you were deciding to go back to a justa. At first I was going to call you crazy but then I remembered the thread.

That'll likely be the nicest justa out there

 

Wow, over $9k in options

Personally, I'd cut back a bit and get an MCS, but that's just me....

 

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...o-a-justa.html

^this will help explain

 

Get xenons! Did I miss them somewhere on that list? That's a must have in my opinion. Personally I'd skip the Connected/Nav/Tech stuff, but that's just me.

 

I would cut this as well...my Garmin does just fine AND it doesn't talk back!!

 

Seems all you are missing is the turbo!

 

As someone put it, I'd rather drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow. : )

 

WOW! IMHO:
I'm not familiar with the packages, but I wouldn't get a MINI without the sport suspension. (It is too bad they no longer offer a mechanical LSD)

I love my leatherette seats for looks and durability, but I live in the NW.
I'd lose the sunroof if it is in one of the packages. If not, you might want to look into a shade. The car gets HOT with all that glass up top.

But.... Enjoy what you get.

 

Ditch the Nav, the rectangular screen in the Speedo wrecks the entire design motiv of the dash lay-out.....plus smart phone apps and portable nav systems work great and cost much less.

-Kevin

 

I totally have to second this! I have a pretty loaded (no nav) Justa and the HID lights are wonderful!

 

I noticed on your S you have Sirius, but it's not listed on your new build. It's something I would not be without.

 

How about the Cold Weather Package? You already have the heated seats, and the heated mirrors would be very convenient. It takes quite a few minutes for the mirrors to de-fog on their own.

I'd ditch the run-flats, even if it meant going back to 15-inch wheels.

The Premium package doesn't seem to be worth the bother to me. The anthracite headliner and the mirror compass also seem like a waste.

Definitely falls into the "loaded" category, though!

 

I fitted non-runflats to my R56 and the difference is night and day. My wife now has the R56 and I drive an R58. If the suspension changes find their way into the R56 then the runflats aren't as bad. I will still be swapping for non-runflats, but I can live with the current setup until I do.

 

I don't care about the compass. It seems to keep getting added automatically when I added auto dimming rear view mirror with garage opener.

I need to cut some cost.

I don't care about the alarm but the park distance thing sounds useful.

I could possibly talk myself out of garage opener, but it's one more piece of clutter to add to the visor.

Leaning towards leatherette.

I have the heated mirrors now (I think) and I've never even figured out how to use them.

Sirius is built into Harman Kardon sound I assume?

I keep a Zippy on my sunroof almost all the time. I think I'd prefer to skip it this time.

 

Def get the Xenons!!

I have the comfort access now and its only good some of the time. I wish I could make the buttons on the door handles larger. Only great for starting the car.

Get the heated seats.

Don't feel bad piecing out a package rather then just getting a package unless you want everything in it.

Its ALOT cheaper to get stuff now then later. My car doesn't have HOMELINK or the rear fog and adding it will cost a fortune.

 

if you can xenons look cool as mdsbrain stated
I am also very sad that I didnt got heated seats, in winter they are a must.
Also i hope u got an iphone

 

I think your config is missing the turbo I have the comfort access, not worth in my opinion, you also need to replace the batteries in the FOB every couple of years with it. The non comfort ones recharge themselves when in the ignition!

Xenon's are WELL worth it. My first set and I will never get a car without them again.

 

IIRC, when you get the alert that it is below 37F, they automatically come on. The other thought is that they come on with the rear defroster, but I am pretty sure when it is below the 37F they come on automatically. I have them on my '10 Justa, and there is no switch to turn them on.

 

Err I think that FOB thing is the comfort package? either way, the one where you dont need to have your key in the ignition, not worth to me!

 

Sounds pretty loaded to me.

Mine has leatherette, carbon black, Cold Weather Package (A must here in the North East), and rear fog lamp.

 

This would save a good bit of money.

2012 Cooper Hardtop

Base MSRP* $20,200.00
DESIGN
Chili Red Body Color STD
Anthracite Headliner $250.00
Dash Surface in Fine White Silver STD
Door Panel in Carbon Black STD
Leather Sport Wheel w/Multifunction STD
Rooster Red Color Line $250.00
White Turn Signals $100.00
Black Roof/Mirrors $0.00
Heated Front Seats $500.00
Leatherette: Carbon Black STD
Standard Floor Mats STD Blank Line
PACKAGES
Sport Package $1,250.00
16" 4-Hole Spoke 16"
6-Star Spoke Dynamic Traction Control
Front Fog Lamps
Rear Spoiler
Sport Seats
Technology Package $2,750.00
Center Arm Rest
Harman/Kardon Sound System
MINI Connected with Nav System
Rear Park Distance Control

PERFORMANCE
1.6L 16-Valve Alloy Engine
STD 6-Speed Getrag Manual
STD Start/Stop Button
STD 6 Airbags w/Side Curtain System
STD Dynamic Stability Control
STD Sport Button
Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror $250.00
Rain Sensor and Auto Headlamps $250.00
Rearview Mirror with Compass $100.00
All Season Tires $0.00
Runflat Tires STD

INSTRUMENTS
Automatic AC $500.00
6-spkr AM/FM CD Player STD
HD Radio STD
SIRIUSXM Satellite Radio STD
On-Board Computer STD
Universal Garage Door Opener $250.00

MSRP w/Factory Options
$26,650.00

 

My 08 Cooper is loaded with everything but Nav. I want to upgrade to a Clubman but I haven't seen a non-S loaded like my car is. HIDs seem to be a rare option on non-s Clubmans.

 

I always find it interesting what some people love, and think of as essential, when others hate the very same options.

I think out of everything on the list, I'd cut the leather seats. They are a little pricey IMHO. I think the leatherette looks nice and cleans up even better.

 

I opted to go without the sport package, as I found the ride a little too stiff for me for a DD. The standard Mini still has a damn good suspension.