R50/53 A Question of Bonnet Stripes
A Question of Bonnet Stripes
HELP!!! I can't decide!!!
I have an "IOU Bonnet Stripes" promise from the Hank Aaron dealership in GA.
I could have them applied if I just drive over there and give them the document.
What I am wondering is, is it fitting for the "MC" have stripes, or is it just a "MINI S" thing?
Thanx, ParrishBlue, a MC Driver
Here is a shot from last week.
I have an "IOU Bonnet Stripes" promise from the Hank Aaron dealership in GA.
I could have them applied if I just drive over there and give them the document.
What I am wondering is, is it fitting for the "MC" have stripes, or is it just a "MINI S" thing?
Thanx, ParrishBlue, a MC Driver
Here is a shot from last week.
Last edited by ParrishBlue; Jan 3, 2010 at 11:48 PM.
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Remember, the Coopers are the hard working ones. We S drivers all have the luxury of extra power to make up for any laziness or lack of skill. You guys deserve the stripes!
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Originally Posted by Rick-Anderson
If you plan to have a clear bra installed, do it BEFORE the stripes!
Originally Posted by BlueBonnet
So the stripes can go over the bra? I'm thinking of changing the color but keeping the same design . . . my current stripes are under the bra. Can I go over the bra and over the current strips with the color change?
Keep in mind Coopers are 'sport' model MINI's. The Mini One is the 'base' MINI which isn't imported to the US. So either a Cooper or Cooper S is paying homage to the Mini's sporting past. Stripes most appropriate.
Stripes!
My husband, who is the most frugal of men, still insists that my MC Cabrio (currently en route) has to have stripes. I think they look great either way, but the stripes definitely give the MC a sportier look.
I'll do it!
Now just have to set aside the time to go to Georgia. I think I'll claybar it before I have them put on, not too familier with the clear bra. I'll look into in though.
Thanx for the help guys!
Now just have to set aside the time to go to Georgia. I think I'll claybar it before I have them put on, not too familier with the clear bra. I'll look into in though.
Thanx for the help guys!
My MC came with bonnet stripes. I just recently added some boot stripes to match. They add so much more to the car, I think there a bit plain looking without the stripes.
Go get them installed if you don't like them peel them off. After all it's free, you have nothing to lose.
Go get them installed if you don't like them peel them off. After all it's free, you have nothing to lose.
you have to do what you like there aren't really too many do's and don't when it comes to styling your mini. Everyone has their own opinions, just go with yours. If you're questioning whether or not to get plain or more customized stripes check out either aestheticreations or cooper flags (both in the vendor directory). The fun part of having a mini is making it yours.
I love my (black OEM) stripes, but they sure are a pain to maintain. hard water spots have embedded so deeply in the vinyl that the dealer may have to replace them under warranty.
Be forewarned: they are high maintenence.
JB
Be forewarned: they are high maintenence.


