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CC07ERS · Jul 22nd, 2007, 02:29 PM

Lots your car looks awesome , do you get JCW rears withe fronts?

Supersaw nice new car,enjoy the driving.

Benny No.1 · Jul 22nd, 2007, 03:24 PM

Good luck with that Lots.

Fine looking car, I'm a Astro Black fan... I have one!

Lots · Jul 22nd, 2007, 04:57 PM

The JCW's are only front seats so i had to get full black punch leather so that the back seats would match - i now have the original two front seats to sell!

mister.t · Jul 25th, 2007, 07:46 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by supersaw (original)

Got this after a 4 month wait

Congratulations superaw, very smart

gtm-ken · Jul 31st, 2007, 03:51 PM

Hi Peeps

After a long wait we got our MCS.......so far loving it!
Mods so far...
Colour coded bits
Black JCW grill trims
JCW scoop & grab handle
Silver-tec indicator bulbs

Really want some half leather JCW seats....but BMW are out of stock!! BOOOO!!

Thanks to everyone on the forum for helping us decide on spec and general advise......

Ken

caesar · Jul 31st, 2007, 04:08 PM

Congratulations....it looks great.

Could you let me know where you got the black JCW Grill and Scoop Trims ?

gtm-ken · Jul 31st, 2007, 04:40 PM

caesar.....

I got both parts from the guy who sells on Ebay.......who is actually the parts guy at Cotswold Gloucester BMW......01452 872669 ask for Jon.

He did me a VERY good price but you are better off getting prices from him..........

The grill trims are from the JCW bodykit (2 parts required upper and lower)..........and are a VERY easy direct replacment for the standard crome trims! I asked several Mini dealer if this could be done and was told it couldnt!!

But as you can see it can......and its VERY easy!!

We are still deciding if to get bonnet stripes fitted......????

Ken

caesar · Jul 31st, 2007, 06:09 PM

Hi Ken,

Many thanks.........I will give Jon a ring.

Philip

mister.t · Jul 31st, 2007, 07:49 PM

Very smart - Love the colour coding

medilloni · Aug 1st, 2007, 05:36 PM

Congrats Gtm-Ken, yours looks superb, and I'm happy to say I took delivery of my new one today - after a 4 month rejection marathon. YEEHAAAA

The noisy diesel engine-sounding LB/W has now gone, replaced with (obviously, the best colour - I saw the error of my ways) DS/W.

Due to annoying early problems with rattling sunroof and other things, I kept the spec more around driving enjoyment rather than 'peripheral' stuff, hence:
DSC.
LSD.
JCW vented front discs (not the calipers, figure red paint is money wasted

)
JCW gear lever knob (REALLY recommended, brings the lever closer)
JCW leather/suede steering wheel.
JCW front and side - no rear 'cos I'm still undecided about the (for me anyway) 'chunky' look.
R99's in anthracite (I know, not to everyone's taste, but I love 'em)
Upgraded sounds.
Chilli pack.
Sports suspension
....and not much else.

Aah, the joys of running-in all over again.

And by the way, the last one had a sunroof, now that I don't have one I'm amazed how much quieter it is.............

Benny No.1 · Aug 1st, 2007, 08:49 PM

Medilloni, fantastic looking S! How much were the discs? did you get uprated pads as well?

medilloni · Aug 2nd, 2007, 08:36 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Benny No.1 (original)

Medilloni, fantastic looking S! How much were the discs? did you get uprated pads as well?

Hi Benny, thanks for the compliment - the discs were £280 fitted and the pads are, as the dealer put it for the package, "full JCW brake kit" (apart from the calipers, which are no different) so.... I've never trusted a dealer yet, so I would take that as standard pads

So far. I've found dealer knowledge pitiful, and when the pads are ready for changing/prove to be crap, I'll call Roland at GTT for some proper advice. I went for the discs 'cos from the feedback I've had (and my last R56), the standard ones don't seem to be able to take a damn good thrashing for long - figured 280 quid was worth the risk......

The surprise I've had so far (still being gentle of course) is the LSD - it seems superb so far (in 150 miles anyway!), and for £150 I think it's a bargain

Cheers,

John

mister.t · Aug 2nd, 2007, 09:36 PM

WOW that looks stunning!! Enjoy it now

medilloni · Aug 3rd, 2007, 08:26 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Ollie. (original)

WOW that looks stunning!! Enjoy it now

Thanks Ollie, I'm luvin' it - feels far better put together than my last R56 (so far!) and the stereo upgrade gets the thumbs up from the kids, so must be worth it

oldbimmercoupe · Aug 8th, 2007, 08:16 PM

800 of the tortuous 1,000 mile break in complete. decided to move the 4k rev limit up to 5k for the last 200 miles - yipee! this thing is truly a fwd bmw now and that is just fine by me. sport button only when I want to let it rip - takes some forearm strength - beats lifting weights!

Im 6'3" and my saleman 6'9" - lots of room, especially without the sunroof. the cargo nets are standard now and already greatly appreciated - well thought out by bmw. big ben gives the jealous folks something to rib me about - whatever (it is indeed over the top but who cares, I dont ever look at it anyway). only part of big ben I hate is that obnoxious gas gauge!! aargh.

PAINT THE DAMN WHEEL ARCHES if you go the HyperSport route like I did. see images for the "before" and "after" - as to the tint - I am on a cardiac med that makes UVA/B a real nightmare - this tint is one shade past legal in NY, got a script from my doc in glovebox!

piano black and coco mats seal the deal.

LETS MOTOR!
obc

caesar · Aug 8th, 2007, 09:14 PM

Good for you oldbimmercoupe, looks great........brilliant silver is (in my opinion) the best of the metallic colours.

Don't forget running in means: -

a) First 1200 miles not more than 100 mph or 4500 RPM, and no full throttle.
b) After that gradually increase the above figures.
c) Give the engine and gearbox time to warm up before pushing the throttle hard.
d) It's a bit like getting a new girl friend 'play it cool' !!!!!

Good luck with your new MCS.

sixxgunscott · Aug 12th, 2007, 04:36 PM

Just picked up our new '07 Mini Cooper S here in LA, California. It sports Sparkling Silver paint with a White top. Will be a daily driver on the 101 freeway from the San Fernando Valley out to Camarillo and back. With a little less than 1000 miles on the odometer, I am very impressed!

Certainly one of the most fun-to-drive cars I have ever owned!

CC07ERS · Aug 12th, 2007, 06:25 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by oldbimmercoupe (original)

800 of the tortuous 1,000 mile break in complete. decided to move the 4k rev limit up to 5k for the last 200 miles - yipee! this thing is truly a fwd bmw now and that is just fine by me. sport button only when I want to let it rip - takes some forearm strength - beats lifting weights!

Im 6'3" and my saleman 6'9" - lots of room, especially without the sunroof. the cargo nets are standard now and already greatly appreciated - well thought out by bmw. big ben gives the jealous folks something to rib me about - whatever (it is indeed over the top but who cares, I dont ever look at it anyway). only part of big ben I hate is that obnoxious gas gauge!! aargh.

PAINT THE DAMN WHEEL ARCHES if you go the HyperSport route like I did. see images for the "before" and "after" - as to the tint - I am on a cardiac med that makes UVA/B a real nightmare - this tint is one shade past legal in NY, got a script from my doc in glovebox!

piano black and coco mats seal the deal.

LETS MOTOR!
obc

Now thats a great looking mini

DerekH · Aug 13th, 2007, 06:38 PM

Wellcome to Mini2 M3GHW that car looks very nice and love the graphics, I saw a car very similar in Perth at Mercedes garage few months ago my head was turned as passed it hope it is running fine.

Arnbut your girls look great in that garage is that a Harley to keep them company.

zyo · Aug 15th, 2007, 10:11 PM

Woo hoo...it's at the dealers. pick up on Saturday.

It is sitting at the far side of the compund and it was awkward to get a piccy

...it's the red one by the way

Jul 22nd, 2007, 03:24 PM	#462 (permalink)
Benny No.1 Boosted My Classifieds Join Date: May 2003 Location: Chelmsford, Essex Local Time: 05:10 AM Posts: 382 Offline	Good luck with that Lots. Fine looking car, I'm a Astro Black fan... I have one! .: R56 Cooper S : Dyno'd 192bhp :. .: H&R Springs : JCW Discs : Forge BOV : Alta CAI :.

Jul 31st, 2007, 03:51 PM	#465 (permalink)
gtm-ken MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2007 Local Time: 05:10 AM Posts: 52 Offline	Hi Peeps After a long wait we got our MCS.......so far loving it! Mods so far... Colour coded bits Black JCW grill trims JCW scoop & grab handle Silver-tec indicator bulbs Really want some half leather JCW seats....but BMW are out of stock!! BOOOO!! Thanks to everyone on the forum for helping us decide on spec and general advise...... Ken Attached Thumbnails

Aug 1st, 2007, 05:36 PM	#470 (permalink)
medilloni The Stig's Dad Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: North West UK Local Time: 06:10 AM Posts: 161 Offline	Rejection complete! Me Happy New Owner. Again!!! Congrats Gtm-Ken, yours looks superb, and I'm happy to say I took delivery of my new one today - after a 4 month rejection marathon. YEEHAAAA The noisy diesel engine-sounding LB/W has now gone, replaced with (obviously, the best colour - I saw the error of my ways) DS/W. Due to annoying early problems with rattling sunroof and other things, I kept the spec more around driving enjoyment rather than 'peripheral' stuff, hence: DSC. LSD. JCW vented front discs (not the calipers, figure red paint is money wasted) JCW gear lever knob (REALLY recommended, brings the lever closer) JCW leather/suede steering wheel. JCW front and side - no rear 'cos I'm still undecided about the (for me anyway) 'chunky' look. R99's in anthracite (I know, not to everyone's taste, but I love 'em) Upgraded sounds. Chilli pack. Sports suspension ....and not much else. Aah, the joys of running-in all over again. And by the way, the last one had a sunroof, now that I don't have one I'm amazed how much quieter it is............. Attached Thumbnails "He fell for her like his heart was a mob informant, and she was the East River."

Aug 1st, 2007, 08:49 PM	#471 (permalink)
Benny No.1 Boosted My Classifieds Join Date: May 2003 Location: Chelmsford, Essex Local Time: 05:10 AM Posts: 382 Offline	Medilloni, fantastic looking S! How much were the discs? did you get uprated pads as well? .: R56 Cooper S : Dyno'd 192bhp :. .: H&R Springs : JCW Discs : Forge BOV : Alta CAI :.

Aug 2nd, 2007, 08:36 AM	#472 (permalink)
medilloni The Stig's Dad Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: North West UK Local Time: 06:10 AM Posts: 161 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Benny No.1 (original) Medilloni, fantastic looking S! How much were the discs? did you get uprated pads as well? Hi Benny, thanks for the compliment - the discs were £280 fitted and the pads are, as the dealer put it for the package, "full JCW brake kit" (apart from the calipers, which are no different) so.... I've never trusted a dealer yet, so I would take that as standard pads So far. I've found dealer knowledge pitiful, and when the pads are ready for changing/prove to be crap, I'll call Roland at GTT for some proper advice. I went for the discs 'cos from the feedback I've had (and my last R56), the standard ones don't seem to be able to take a damn good thrashing for long - figured 280 quid was worth the risk...... The surprise I've had so far (still being gentle of course) is the LSD - it seems superb so far (in 150 miles anyway!), and for £150 I think it's a bargain Cheers, John "He fell for her like his heart was a mob informant, and she was the East River."

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Jul 22nd, 2007, 02:29 PM	#461
CC07ERS TYPE R GT VTEC POWERED My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Type R GT Local Time: 05:10 AM Posts: 2,718 Offline	Lots your car looks awesome , do you get JCW rears withe fronts? Supersaw nice new car,enjoy the driving.

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Jul 22nd, 2007, 04:57 PM	#463 (permalink)
Lots GP 0235 My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2006 Local Time: 05:10 AM Posts: 17 Offline	The JCW's are only front seats so i had to get full black punch leather so that the back seats would match - i now have the original two front seats to sell!

Jul 25th, 2007, 07:46 PM	#464 (permalink)
mister.t 5 days!! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nowhere exciting Local Time: 05:10 AM Posts: 6,328 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by supersaw (original) Got this after a 4 month wait Congratulations superaw, very smart

Jul 31st, 2007, 04:08 PM	#466 (permalink)
caesar MINI2 Master Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Wales Local Time: 05:10 AM Posts: 860 Offline	Congratulations....it looks great. Could you let me know where you got the black JCW Grill and Scoop Trims ?

Jul 31st, 2007, 04:40 PM	#467 (permalink)
gtm-ken MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2007 Local Time: 05:10 AM Posts: 52 Offline	caesar..... I got both parts from the guy who sells on Ebay.......who is actually the parts guy at Cotswold Gloucester BMW......01452 872669 ask for Jon. He did me a VERY good price but you are better off getting prices from him.......... The grill trims are from the JCW bodykit (2 parts required upper and lower)..........and are a VERY easy direct replacment for the standard crome trims! I asked several Mini dealer if this could be done and was told it couldnt!! But as you can see it can......and its VERY easy!! We are still deciding if to get bonnet stripes fitted......???? Ken

Jul 31st, 2007, 06:09 PM	#468 (permalink)
caesar MINI2 Master Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Wales Local Time: 05:10 AM Posts: 860 Offline	Hi Ken, Many thanks.........I will give Jon a ring. Philip

Jul 31st, 2007, 07:49 PM	#469 (permalink)
mister.t 5 days!! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nowhere exciting Local Time: 05:10 AM Posts: 6,328 Offline	Very smart - Love the colour coding

Aug 2nd, 2007, 09:36 PM	#473 (permalink)
mister.t 5 days!! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nowhere exciting Local Time: 05:10 AM Posts: 6,328 Offline	WOW that looks stunning!! Enjoy it now

Aug 3rd, 2007, 08:26 AM	#474 (permalink)
medilloni The Stig's Dad Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: North West UK Local Time: 06:10 AM Posts: 161 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Ollie. (original) WOW that looks stunning!! Enjoy it now Thanks Ollie, I'm luvin' it - feels far better put together than my last R56 (so far!) and the stereo upgrade gets the thumbs up from the kids, so must be worth it "He fell for her like his heart was a mob informant, and she was the East River."

Aug 8th, 2007, 08:16 PM	#475 (permalink)
oldbimmercoupe MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Dec 2006 Local Time: 12:10 AM Posts: 8 Offline	brilliant silver: misnomer but brilliant!! 800 of the tortuous 1,000 mile break in complete. decided to move the 4k rev limit up to 5k for the last 200 miles - yipee! this thing is truly a fwd bmw now and that is just fine by me. sport button only when I want to let it rip - takes some forearm strength - beats lifting weights! Im 6'3" and my saleman 6'9" - lots of room, especially without the sunroof. the cargo nets are standard now and already greatly appreciated - well thought out by bmw. big ben gives the jealous folks something to rib me about - whatever (it is indeed over the top but who cares, I dont ever look at it anyway). only part of big ben I hate is that obnoxious gas gauge!! aargh. PAINT THE DAMN WHEEL ARCHES if you go the HyperSport route like I did. see images for the "before" and "after" - as to the tint - I am on a cardiac med that makes UVA/B a real nightmare - this tint is one shade past legal in NY, got a script from my doc in glovebox! piano black and coco mats seal the deal. LETS MOTOR! obc Attached Thumbnails http://JMLphotography.ifp3.com

Aug 8th, 2007, 09:14 PM	#476 (permalink)
caesar MINI2 Master Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Wales Local Time: 05:10 AM Posts: 860 Offline	Good for you oldbimmercoupe, looks great........brilliant silver is (in my opinion) the best of the metallic colours. Don't forget running in means: - a) First 1200 miles not more than 100 mph or 4500 RPM, and no full throttle. b) After that gradually increase the above figures. c) Give the engine and gearbox time to warm up before pushing the throttle hard. d) It's a bit like getting a new girl friend 'play it cool' !!!!! Good luck with your new MCS.

Aug 12th, 2007, 04:36 PM	#477 (permalink)
sixxgunscott MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Reseda (Los Angeles) Local Time: 10:10 PM Posts: 1 Offline	Just picked up our new '07 Mini Cooper S here in LA, California. It sports Sparkling Silver paint with a White top. Will be a daily driver on the 101 freeway from the San Fernando Valley out to Camarillo and back. With a little less than 1000 miles on the odometer, I am very impressed! Certainly one of the most fun-to-drive cars I have ever owned! All the Best Scott

Aug 12th, 2007, 06:25 PM	#478 (permalink)
CC07ERS TYPE R GT VTEC POWERED My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Type R GT Local Time: 05:10 AM Posts: 2,718 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by oldbimmercoupe (original) 800 of the tortuous 1,000 mile break in complete. decided to move the 4k rev limit up to 5k for the last 200 miles - yipee! this thing is truly a fwd bmw now and that is just fine by me. sport button only when I want to let it rip - takes some forearm strength - beats lifting weights! Im 6'3" and my saleman 6'9" - lots of room, especially without the sunroof. the cargo nets are standard now and already greatly appreciated - well thought out by bmw. big ben gives the jealous folks something to rib me about - whatever (it is indeed over the top but who cares, I dont ever look at it anyway). only part of big ben I hate is that obnoxious gas gauge!! aargh. PAINT THE DAMN WHEEL ARCHES if you go the HyperSport route like I did. see images for the "before" and "after" - as to the tint - I am on a cardiac med that makes UVA/B a real nightmare - this tint is one shade past legal in NY, got a script from my doc in glovebox! piano black and coco mats seal the deal. LETS MOTOR! obc Now thats a great looking mini

Aug 13th, 2007, 06:38 PM	#479 (permalink)
DerekH MINI2 Master Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Fraserburgh Local Time: 06:10 AM Posts: 827 Offline	Wellcome to Mini2 M3GHW that car looks very nice and love the graphics, I saw a car very similar in Perth at Mercedes garage few months ago my head was turned as passed it hope it is running fine. Arnbut your girls look great in that garage is that a Harley to keep them company.

Aug 15th, 2007, 10:11 PM	#480 (permalink)
zyo owt else is just traffic Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: The Edge of Reason Local Time: 05:10 AM Posts: 1,424 Offline	Woo hoo...it's at the dealers. pick up on Saturday. It is sitting at the far side of the compund and it was awkward to get a piccy ...it's the red one by the way Attached Thumbnails

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