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Old Nov 17, 2012 | 03:44 PM
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New MCS Coupe owner!!

Hi,

I am now a proud owner of 2013 MINI Coupe S. Some of you may remember me from about a year ago when I purchased my 07 MCS and was extremely happy with it. Coming back from an R32 will be a very welcome relief at the pump and insurance. I also wasn't a fan of the DSG that was about as smooth as a donkey on crack. And the steering felt as numb as a buttock.

I compared both MCS and Coupe together and noticed that the Coupe is more neutral through the corners, while Cooper wants to understeer. Also, high center of gravity means that Cooper leans through the corners.

I will be posting pictures as soon as I get it!!
 
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Old Nov 17, 2012 | 03:59 PM
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Welcome to the group.
 
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Old Nov 17, 2012 | 06:27 PM
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Old Nov 28, 2012 | 01:43 PM
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Pix or it didn't happen. What's the diff between the 12 and 13 models?
 
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Old Nov 28, 2012 | 02:05 PM
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No pictures because there's no car yet... It was supposed to be here Monday. Now my MA says that it will be here before Friday, possibly Thursday... :(
 
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Old Dec 5, 2012 | 12:46 AM
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At last!! =]

Getting prepped:



Finally at home:



Actual quality pictures will follow tomorrow. I already racked 60 miles on it (30 from the dealer). It is so much better than my old R32! Even my mom likes it who's very picky about cars.
 
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Old Dec 5, 2012 | 05:58 AM
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Midnight Black FTW!
 
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Old Dec 5, 2012 | 02:06 PM
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new coupe

hi,i have an 2012 coupe s.i think your going to be very happy
 
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Old Dec 5, 2012 | 06:15 PM
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Wooo! Looks good reRes! I'm looking forward to my Coupe due in a couple weeks to replace my GTI!
 
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Old Dec 31, 2012 | 12:49 AM
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A new picture!



I'm getting close to 1000 miles. I promised not to drive this one a lot, but I also wanted to get over the 1200 mile break in as quickly as possible.

I will be replacing the oil, tranny, and diff fluids and filters at that time.

I already got it tinted, installed my KW Clubsports, got a clear bra put on, JCW wheel, brake, and gear shifter.
 
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Old Dec 31, 2012 | 05:33 AM
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Great looking Coupe! Love the color scheme


-Steven
 
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Old Dec 31, 2012 | 10:14 AM
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Congrats. Looks very good.
 
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