Hi all, started posting on the forum so thought I should at least introduce my Mini.
I used to change cars quite frequently when I was younger so had all sorts including a 2.0 16v Corsa B, 350z, 330ci, Golf 1.8t Anniversary and then some boring but excellent workhorses VAG 2.0 diesels, which got hammered for mileage one of which was a Mk5 Gti/R32 replica.
But there was one I always regretted selling and that was my R53 JCW, it was grey and had the full works kit including 18’s, aero bumpers, Sparco seats, and was the most fun and engaging experience I’d had in a car mainly because it could actually go round corners.
Fast forward 10 years or so from my last Mini we’ve got a boring, floaty, comfy car but wanted something fun on the side so there was only one option on my mind.
I picked up a BRG Facelift Cooper S last year, 106k miles, was the colour I wanted and completely stock with a decent spec including heated seats, MFSW and climate control but needing some tlc for its upcoming MOT. Mainly the exhaust (rusty heap of klarius pattern part junk) and brakes. But had stacks of receipts.
I’ll get a project thread up as I’ve done a few bits since purchasing, mostly maintenance so far to get to a position where I am happy to start on more aesthetic/performance upgrades.
This is pretty much how it stands although the tyres have changed recently.
Look forward to being a part of the community.
Gervais (yes as in Ricky..)
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I used to change cars quite frequently when I was younger so had all sorts including a 2.0 16v Corsa B, 350z, 330ci, Golf 1.8t Anniversary and then some boring but excellent workhorses VAG 2.0 diesels, which got hammered for mileage one of which was a Mk5 Gti/R32 replica.
But there was one I always regretted selling and that was my R53 JCW, it was grey and had the full works kit including 18’s, aero bumpers, Sparco seats, and was the most fun and engaging experience I’d had in a car mainly because it could actually go round corners.
Fast forward 10 years or so from my last Mini we’ve got a boring, floaty, comfy car but wanted something fun on the side so there was only one option on my mind.
I picked up a BRG Facelift Cooper S last year, 106k miles, was the colour I wanted and completely stock with a decent spec including heated seats, MFSW and climate control but needing some tlc for its upcoming MOT. Mainly the exhaust (rusty heap of klarius pattern part junk) and brakes. But had stacks of receipts.
I’ll get a project thread up as I’ve done a few bits since purchasing, mostly maintenance so far to get to a position where I am happy to start on more aesthetic/performance upgrades.
This is pretty much how it stands although the tyres have changed recently.
Look forward to being a part of the community.
Gervais (yes as in Ricky..)
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk