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Old Mar 2, 2008 | 07:11 AM
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Originally Posted by jagada
Me too. Our Clubman was purchased because of our Greyhound "herd". I purchased my 2005 MC three years ago and my wife immediately wanted a MINI, but she was afraid it wouldn't have enough "dog space". So she waited for the Clubman.
We are now a two MINI and four Greyhound family.

Here's our crew - Franklin, Sparkle Jean, Lucky, Paddie:

Who needs MINIs Roadside Assistance when these guys are onboard - just hook up a harness and have them tow you home!
 
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Old Mar 2, 2008 | 08:30 AM
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Originally Posted by ClubmanS
Thank you senor.

I think I know what other names you have in mind

Submit your suggestions. Remember once a nut always a nut!
Shame on you Chamuco.

I vote we rename it the...............


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CHOCODILE!
 
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Old Mar 5, 2008 | 04:44 PM
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So many greyhounds in the Clubman thread! I'm thinking about getting a Clubman too...

Here's our 4 year old Dizzy:



A more typical pose:

 
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Old Mar 5, 2008 | 04:51 PM
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Just got him last Thursday!!!

Had to stretch my legs a bit more (Had an R56 before)
 
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Old Mar 5, 2008 | 06:00 PM
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I love that color combo and those wheels!!!! Congratulations!
 
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Old Mar 5, 2008 | 06:08 PM
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Originally Posted by ClubmanS
I love that color combo and those wheels!!!! Congratulations!
Thank you. I love the wheels too---they may be too "simple" for some of the die-hards out there, but they are great to clean!
 
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Old Mar 5, 2008 | 06:29 PM
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Nice shot! I've ordered the same color combo, Lightning Blue/Silver. I wasn't sure about the silver mirror caps versus the chrome (mirrored) caps, but they sure look good in your shot! Alas, mine won't be an "S", so my stock 15" wheels won't fill out the fenders as nicely. Are those the 17" wheels?
 
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Old Mar 5, 2008 | 06:49 PM
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Here's HCOC #001





 
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Old Mar 5, 2008 | 06:51 PM
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Originally Posted by T&CMCSa
Here's HCOC #001





Yours is identical to mine (Exterior wise) with the exception of the silver stripes.

I really like the Bridgespokes
 
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Old Mar 5, 2008 | 07:00 PM
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Originally Posted by ClubmanS
Yours is identical to mine (Exterior wise) with the exception of the silver stripes.
...and the Aero kit.
 
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Old Mar 5, 2008 | 07:17 PM
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Originally Posted by miniclubman
Nice shot! I've ordered the same color combo, Lightning Blue/Silver. I wasn't sure about the silver mirror caps versus the chrome (mirrored) caps, but they sure look good in your shot! Alas, mine won't be an "S", so my stock 15" wheels won't fill out the fenders as nicely. Are those the 17" wheels?
Thank you! Although I do like chrome , I think that the silver caps fit in much better overall. And, yes...those are 17" wheels. I had the same size on my R56 and loved it....seemed natural to go with what worked before!
 
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Old Mar 5, 2008 | 07:19 PM
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Originally Posted by T&CMCSa
...and the Aero kit.
Yeah I did not notice the aero kit
 
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Old Mar 5, 2008 | 11:12 PM
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Took delivery this evening:



I may post better pics as time allows... was too busy motoring tonight for pictures.
 
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Old Mar 6, 2008 | 04:55 AM
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Can order direct through MINI...
 
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Old Mar 6, 2008 | 05:37 AM
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Originally Posted by rkw
So many greyhounds in the Clubman thread! I'm thinking about getting a Clubman too...
Love the pics of your Dizzy (greyt name, BTW). One good thing about the Clubman is it is large enough to secure a dog crate in it - something I couldn't do (for a large crate) in my '04 MC.

Hmm, we may have to start a Clubman/Greyhound Owner Club!
 
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Old Mar 6, 2008 | 09:04 AM
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I will have it in 3 weeks :-)
 
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Old Mar 6, 2008 | 09:18 AM
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Originally Posted by miniclubman
Nice shot! I've ordered the same color combo, Lightning Blue/Silver. I wasn't sure about the silver mirror caps versus the chrome (mirrored) caps, but they sure look good in your shot! Alas, mine won't be an "S", so my stock 15" wheels won't fill out the fenders as nicely. Are those the 17" wheels?
congrats and do please post a lot of photos of your MC with 15" wheels ...
have yet to see one anywhere on the web and am really curious. in the market for exactly the same thing.

a fellow NYer
 
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Old Mar 6, 2008 | 09:29 AM
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diablito -

That purple glowing after market trim kit really sets it off!!
 
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Old Mar 6, 2008 | 02:41 PM
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Originally Posted by diablito


I will have it in 3 weeks :-)
I like the sidevents and hoodscoop! Very sporty!

Will you put the JCW brake kit on it? Stops better and has a great look
 
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Old Mar 6, 2008 | 07:40 PM
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Originally Posted by thulewx
That purple glowing after market trim kit really sets it off!!
outdoors mood lighting...I took the picture at the clubman ride and drive in vegas...came back home and order one.

Originally Posted by William Blake
I like the sidevents and hoodscoop! Very sporty!


Will you put the JCW brake kit on it? Stops better and has a great look

JCW scuttles and carbon hoof spoop

I found the JCW calipers and carrier from the JCW r53 kit work on the r56 tis way I can use goodrich SS lines, works great. yes I will do it.
 
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Old Mar 7, 2008 | 04:43 AM
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A stock Cooper S has the same brakes as the R53 GP, so you won't really feel a difference but hey.. who cares when it looks great
 
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Old Mar 7, 2008 | 12:29 PM
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all these pictures really make me want one
 
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Old Mar 9, 2008 | 09:56 AM
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Here is our new mini as posted in the Official Hot Chocolate Owners Club (traded-in #1 - SG (see pic below)). Love all the new features, and the room!
 
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Old Mar 9, 2008 | 10:08 AM
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Here's our new Clubbie right before we pulled it off the floor yesterday.

 
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Old Mar 9, 2008 | 10:25 AM
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I'd never have thought of silver and white, nor of silver stripes! But this looks superb. Well done!
 
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