Bought a 2006 MCS Convertible last summer. Have been doing searches on the forum for help but only recently joined. I'm having fun with the Mini, but do not plan any extensive mods. Recently put a new JCW 18" wheel package on the car to replace some after market wheels and Chinese rubber which were oversized (225 R17) and not very good. Much happier now but a bit poorer.
Have posted about a problem getting features re-programmed on the car after the dealer claimed that the original radio is required. Not sure why.

 

Glad you joined the site. Let's see some pictures. Good luck with the programming.