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mini_lou · Jul 1st, 2007, 04:02 PM

Hi everyone

I'm probably gonna get no replies because my thread is so trivial but its a big decison buying a new Mini & I'd like some advice please!!!!

I've got a 2003 Chilli red/white roof with white 15" 7-hole alloys - v. basic car but as time went on I saw how much spec you can get on a Mini.

I'm thinking about upgrading to an R56 & saw a gorgeous Pure Silver on the forecourt of my local dealership yesterday with a black roof, 17" flame spoke allloys(which I would ask to be changed as not too keen on those) clth/lea ray rooster red & colour line in red, darkened rear glass & vipers (silver on the roof). It did look stunning & I love it but it was next to the Laser Blue MCS & I was in a dilemma. But as a typical girly who likes things to look nice, do I need the extra power?? or just because the MCS looks smarter & sportier etc.........I just don't know now but I better think fast as they might sell quickly!! On the other hand I do also like the Electric blue MCS with a black roof & of course would cost me less.

Cheers, Ali x

Kaine · Jul 1st, 2007, 04:05 PM

Ali,

When wifey and I test drove both, Clare felt the Cooper was plenty fast/fun enough for her - combined with the better mpg, lower insurance and in our case gave us more to spend on options we felt the Cooper was the best option.

Cheers

Kaine

JohnWB · Jul 1st, 2007, 04:19 PM

Whats with the "for her", she should get thr MCS much nicer with all that low down torque.

Kaine · Jul 1st, 2007, 04:24 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by JohnWB (original)

Whats with the "for her", she should get thr MCS much nicer with all that low down torque.

as in my wife was happy with the Cooper power - of course the S was quicker with more torque, however my wife felt she didn't need it

Also I have little influence over my wifes choices - she wants, she gets

mini_lou · Jul 1st, 2007, 04:32 PM

You're right there Kaine I get what I want too, hubby has a Subaru Impreza & wants us to go halves on a new one but I love Mini's too much, we'll never agree so he's letting me buy a new one!!

You're also right on the other point as I like all the extras I could buy over the extra bhp

danb · Jul 1st, 2007, 05:39 PM

If you won't use the extra power, there probobally isn't much point going for the MCS apart from the looks.

Have you thought about a Cooper D? If I didn't want the power of the MCS I would definately go for the Cooper D over a Cooper - the only problem is the waiting list.

JohnWB · Jul 2nd, 2007, 11:56 AM

My wife has the Peugeot 206 with the same engine as the Dooper & she realy likes it. (She had the petrol 206 before)

FergusM · Jul 2nd, 2007, 01:52 PM

Test drive both... then see what you like. Power on teh MCS is addictive though so don't test drive one without accepting you might love it.

danb · Jul 2nd, 2007, 02:45 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by FergusM (original)

Test drive both... then see what you like. Power on teh MCS is addictive though so don't test drive one without accepting you might love it.

You might think this sounds daft - but take it seriously - it can be a very expensive mistake

FunFindus · Jul 2nd, 2007, 03:15 PM

MCS MCS MCS MCS MCS!!!!!!!

I test drove both, MCS is miles better.

Fuel economy, who cares! Soon all the oils going to run out anyway, then you will regret being a scrooge.

popey · Jul 2nd, 2007, 03:27 PM

You need to decide on 1st or 2nd gen as your looking at both. It might be the drive difference or the interior that swings it. Also take your time theres no shortage of MINI's.

J1JPE · Jul 2nd, 2007, 03:31 PM

are budget, insurance, running costs/mpg, performance factors for you ?

sounds naff but make a list & score the 2 out of 10 ... add up the scores, see which wins & buy the other ;}

seriuosly, depends if you want quick or v quick - if u drive the mcs you will want one !

KenL · Jul 3rd, 2007, 10:35 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by FunFindus (original)

Fuel economy, who cares! Soon all the oils going to run out anyway, then you will regret being a scrooge.

Even though the MCS is pretty economical, what a silly thing to say

Mily · Jul 3rd, 2007, 11:00 AM

It depends on what you want. Did you say you drive a One or Cooper at the moment?

I used to be a girl that saw a car as a pretty thing that got me from A to B. However since driving a MINI all of that changed and I became hooked. I owned a Cooper for a year and have recently bought a MCS as I quite fancied more power.

I have driven the R56 S and thought that was a good car very economical compared to the MCS but decided to go for the MCS as the whole driving experience seemed more 'fun'.

I can only suggest going for a long test drive in both and seeing which would suit your needs more...

Good luck!

mini_lou · Jul 3rd, 2007, 04:51 PM

Milly, I drive a Cooper at the moment, she's cute but I'm ready for an upgrade.
I think everyone is right I need to go and test drive all the options, I just would feel like I was messing the dealer around going in & saying 'oh can I test drive 3 different models!!!' but thats what they're there for I guess. Theres hundreds out there I know so its just waiting for the right spec to come along I can get 5% forces discount on a brand new one so I might go for that option if I go for a 56/07 model

Mily · Jul 3rd, 2007, 04:53 PM

Hey don't worry about feeling like you are messing them around, they do anything to score a sale at the end of the day!

mini_lou · Jul 6th, 2007, 11:28 AM

Just had my poor lil cooper in for a service & she's very poorly so she will have to be traded in fairly soon, I feel quite bad now you get quite atttatched!! even though I'm constantly looking for a new car its sad that she definately has to go now!!

jef the ref · Jul 7th, 2007, 09:33 AM

if you test drive an R56 MCS you will without doubt buy one. I will put money on it mini lou

mini_lou · Jul 7th, 2007, 02:34 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by jef the ref (original)

if you test drive an R56 MCS you will without doubt buy one. I will put money on it mini lou

I know I probably will!! I'm moving up to Scotland in 3 weeks time so I'm waiting for a while then I'll no doubt go & buy a new one. Read a few forums about people who've had probs & worried that the 56/07 with low miles are the ones people have decided to give up on. Quite fancying Pure Silver as theres loads of Laser Blue ones about.

~Marcus~ · Jul 19th, 2007, 11:14 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by jef the ref (original)

if you test drive an R56 MCS you will without doubt buy one. I will put money on it mini lou

R56 Cooper owner here. I love it, but...

A couple of weeks ago, a had a go in a Cooper S

Cooper being upgraded as soon as finances allow!

Jul 1st, 2007, 04:02 PM	#1
mini_lou mini crazy Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Durham Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 15 Offline	R56 Cooper or Cooper S dilemma??!! Hi everyone I'm probably gonna get no replies because my thread is so trivial but its a big decison buying a new Mini & I'd like some advice please!!!! I've got a 2003 Chilli red/white roof with white 15" 7-hole alloys - v. basic car but as time went on I saw how much spec you can get on a Mini. I'm thinking about upgrading to an R56 & saw a gorgeous Pure Silver on the forecourt of my local dealership yesterday with a black roof, 17" flame spoke allloys(which I would ask to be changed as not too keen on those) clth/lea ray rooster red & colour line in red, darkened rear glass & vipers (silver on the roof). It did look stunning & I love it but it was next to the Laser Blue MCS & I was in a dilemma. But as a typical girly who likes things to look nice, do I need the extra power?? or just because the MCS looks smarter & sportier etc.........I just don't know now but I better think fast as they might sell quickly!! On the other hand I do also like the Electric blue MCS with a black roof & of course would cost me less. Cheers, Ali x

Jul 1st, 2007, 04:19 PM	#3 (permalink)
JohnWB MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Middlesbrough, UK Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 324 Offline	Whats with the "for her", she should get thr MCS much nicer with all that low down torque. Laser Blue / Black MCS - Arived March 07

Jul 2nd, 2007, 11:56 AM	#7 (permalink)
JohnWB MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Middlesbrough, UK Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 324 Offline	My wife has the Peugeot 206 with the same engine as the Dooper & she realy likes it. (She had the petrol 206 before) Laser Blue / Black MCS - Arived March 07

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popey Wants an Audi My Classifieds Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Blackpool Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 1,428 Offline	You need to decide on 1st or 2nd gen as your looking at both. It might be the drive difference or the interior that swings it. Also take your time theres no shortage of MINI's. Now With Toyo Rubber!!

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J1JPE Redundancy = $£€ = hols Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: MANCHESTER ;} Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 1,488 Offline	are budget, insurance, running costs/mpg, performance factors for you ? sounds naff but make a list & score the 2 out of 10 ... add up the scores, see which wins & buy the other ;} seriuosly, depends if you want quick or v quick - if u drive the mcs you will want one ! Vote MINI - http://uktv.co.uk/dave/caroftheyear/...page/sid/6216/

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Jul 1st, 2007, 04:05 PM	#2 (permalink)
Kaine MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: hills of shropshire Local Time: 03:54 PM Posts: 140 Offline	Ali, When wifey and I test drove both, Clare felt the Cooper was plenty fast/fun enough for her - combined with the better mpg, lower insurance and in our case gave us more to spend on options we felt the Cooper was the best option. Cheers Kaine

Jul 1st, 2007, 04:24 PM	#4 (permalink)
Kaine MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: hills of shropshire Local Time: 03:54 PM Posts: 140 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by JohnWB (original) Whats with the "for her", she should get thr MCS much nicer with all that low down torque. as in my wife was happy with the Cooper power - of course the S was quicker with more torque, however my wife felt she didn't need it Also I have little influence over my wifes choices - she wants, she gets

Jul 1st, 2007, 04:32 PM	#5 (permalink)
mini_lou mini crazy Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Durham Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 15 Offline	You're right there Kaine I get what I want too, hubby has a Subaru Impreza & wants us to go halves on a new one but I love Mini's too much, we'll never agree so he's letting me buy a new one!! You're also right on the other point as I like all the extras I could buy over the extra bhp

Jul 1st, 2007, 05:39 PM	#6 (permalink)
danb MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: York / Manchester Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 865 Offline	If you won't use the extra power, there probobally isn't much point going for the MCS apart from the looks. Have you thought about a Cooper D? If I didn't want the power of the MCS I would definately go for the Cooper D over a Cooper - the only problem is the waiting list.

Jul 2nd, 2007, 01:52 PM	#8 (permalink)
FergusM MINI2 Senior My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Glasgow Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 690 Offline	Test drive both... then see what you like. Power on teh MCS is addictive though so don't test drive one without accepting you might love it.

Jul 2nd, 2007, 02:45 PM	#9 (permalink)
danb MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: York / Manchester Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 865 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by FergusM (original) Test drive both... then see what you like. Power on teh MCS is addictive though so don't test drive one without accepting you might love it. You might think this sounds daft - but take it seriously - it can be a very expensive mistake

Jul 2nd, 2007, 03:15 PM	#10 (permalink)
FunFindus MINI2 Regular Join Date: May 2007 Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 96 Offline	MCS MCS MCS MCS MCS!!!!!!! I test drove both, MCS is miles better. Fuel economy, who cares! Soon all the oils going to run out anyway, then you will regret being a scrooge.

Jul 3rd, 2007, 10:35 AM	#13 (permalink)
KenL MINI2 Master Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edinburgh Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 5,210 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by FunFindus (original) Fuel economy, who cares! Soon all the oils going to run out anyway, then you will regret being a scrooge. Even though the MCS is pretty economical, what a silly thing to say Red/Black R56 Cooper

Jul 3rd, 2007, 11:00 AM	#14 (permalink)
Mily MINI Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Essex Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 60 Offline	It depends on what you want. Did you say you drive a One or Cooper at the moment? I used to be a girl that saw a car as a pretty thing that got me from A to B. However since driving a MINI all of that changed and I became hooked. I owned a Cooper for a year and have recently bought a MCS as I quite fancied more power. I have driven the R56 S and thought that was a good car very economical compared to the MCS but decided to go for the MCS as the whole driving experience seemed more 'fun'. I can only suggest going for a long test drive in both and seeing which would suit your needs more... Good luck!

Jul 3rd, 2007, 04:51 PM	#15 (permalink)
mini_lou mini crazy Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Durham Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 15 Offline	Milly, I drive a Cooper at the moment, she's cute but I'm ready for an upgrade. I think everyone is right I need to go and test drive all the options, I just would feel like I was messing the dealer around going in & saying 'oh can I test drive 3 different models!!!' but thats what they're there for I guess. Theres hundreds out there I know so its just waiting for the right spec to come along I can get 5% forces discount on a brand new one so I might go for that option if I go for a 56/07 model

Jul 3rd, 2007, 04:53 PM	#16 (permalink)
Mily MINI Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Essex Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 60 Offline	Hey don't worry about feeling like you are messing them around, they do anything to score a sale at the end of the day!

Jul 6th, 2007, 11:28 AM	#17 (permalink)
mini_lou mini crazy Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Durham Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 15 Offline	Just had my poor lil cooper in for a service & she's very poorly so she will have to be traded in fairly soon, I feel quite bad now you get quite atttatched!! even though I'm constantly looking for a new car its sad that she definately has to go now!!

Jul 7th, 2007, 09:33 AM	#18 (permalink)
jef the ref MCS SS/B Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Cheshire Local Time: 03:54 PM Posts: 75 Offline	if you test drive an R56 MCS you will without doubt buy one. I will put money on it mini lou

Jul 7th, 2007, 02:34 PM	#19 (permalink)
mini_lou mini crazy Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Durham Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 15 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by jef the ref (original) if you test drive an R56 MCS you will without doubt buy one. I will put money on it mini lou I know I probably will!! I'm moving up to Scotland in 3 weeks time so I'm waiting for a while then I'll no doubt go & buy a new one. Read a few forums about people who've had probs & worried that the 56/07 with low miles are the ones people have decided to give up on. Quite fancying Pure Silver as theres loads of Laser Blue ones about.

Jul 19th, 2007, 11:14 PM	#20 (permalink)
~Marcus~ Selling soul to buy JCW! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: London & Hampshire Local Time: 04:54 PM Posts: 1,946 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by jef the ref (original) if you test drive an R56 MCS you will without doubt buy one. I will put money on it mini lou R56 Cooper owner here. I love it, but... A couple of weeks ago, a had a go in a Cooper S Cooper being upgraded as soon as finances allow! My Blog

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