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J0nesy · Mar 19th, 2007, 04:00 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Michael Strachan (original)

Well this is my lil beastie. It's the first customer delivered R56 in Australia. Jan 12th build, Mar 13th delivered.
She's fantastic!

Waiting on:-
Chrome exterior to be fitted(factory mistake)
Front spotlights
Checkered mirror caps ???

Then:-
Lowering, no-one in Oz has springs yet
Dark tint

Maybe:-
DS arches
JCW bits and pieces

She aint to shabby as is though!

BEAUTIFUL pal. A great car & a lovely colour choice!!! :-)

PS can't wait to see the car with the expected changes!!!

Dave,

MiniacSalesman · Mar 19th, 2007, 04:16 PM

Shoot I can't even barely get pics for I sell these things and we can't even keep the '07 in stock. We have nothing but '06 mostly. We sold two Cooper S's last week that were '07. By the way I'm Steve and I'm a Miniholic LOL! Actually I'm selling these big toys at the biggest dealership in the U.S. which is quite fun. We're in Omaha if you've heard.

M1TCH · Mar 19th, 2007, 04:20 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by tiger333888 (original)

Mitch, your car looks fabulous. What version R99 wheels do you have- difficult to tell from the pic? I have the polished items - are your anthracite, silver, or polished?

They are the 17" in anthracite, first car from that dealer to be sat on them.

Quote: Originally Posted by cco7ers (original)

looking good mitch nice alloys ,your s looks kinda mean now

ahhh it's not my car, tis the missus little beast!...

tiger333888 · Mar 19th, 2007, 04:30 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by M1TCH (original)

They are the 17" in anthracite, first car from that dealer to be sat on them.

ahhh it's not my car, tis the missus little beast!...

fab combo....wheels sets the car off nicely....she must be so made up

minimad17 · Mar 19th, 2007, 05:14 PM

Mitch car looks amazing! if you dont mind me asking but is the model for your wheels the R99's and secondly where did you get them from and thirdly how much did you pay for them! (please dont find me rude) but im considering getting a set of them cos they are by far the most stunning rims for the new MCS

many thanks

tiger333888 · Mar 19th, 2007, 05:23 PM

MINI.co.uk

this answers your questions! I have the polished version on my MCS

minimad17 · Mar 19th, 2007, 05:28 PM

thanks tiger for your quick response!

two things - firstly....what is the diff btwn polished and silver? are the polished 1s like chrome ones like you quite often see in the states and on the Merc ML...secondly do you think that it makes a differnce if I were to order them from the US because they are cheaper there?

many thanks

minimad17 · Mar 19th, 2007, 05:28 PM

thirdly tiger haha....do you have any pics of yours on the site and if not upload them....im dieing to see them!

thanks again!

tiger333888 · Mar 19th, 2007, 05:36 PM

http://www.mini2.com/forum/custompro...pic41684_1.gif

here you go bud.

the polished ones are NOT quite chromed-up like the alloys commonly found in the USA - our friends over the pond like them with a proper mirror-like finish - too bling for me. Polished versions are....well polished!

Silver finish is like the regular alloy wheel finish...most common - like a dull silver paintwork of a car. I think after shipping, you will save little from buying in the USA.

Have you ordered your car yet? Where are you based?

tiger333888 · Mar 19th, 2007, 05:45 PM

minimad, here is the direct link to my photo's. Better view of the rims as you can zoom in..

http://www.mini2.com/forum/2nd-gen-m...ml#post2861898

minimad17 · Mar 19th, 2007, 05:49 PM

im based in london....i havn't ordered my car yet...but test drove a R56 MCS last week and loved it so depending on how business goes etc i might have to dig deep and order one! As im not in any rush and am away for the majority of july, aug and sept i might wait for the 57 or even 08 models...im also keen to know if there will be diff options on the later build models - im still getting my head around if i like the aero kit on the R56 as im not too fond of the rear bumper but love the front grill and side skirts! if i ordered a MCS id deff have to get it in black with crome mirror caps and the r99's polished haha and maybe the chrome bonnet scoop although that could make it look trashy! are you pleased with yours tiger? i cant see your pic because its a thumbnail size and cant seem to make it bigger?

regards

tiger333888 · Mar 19th, 2007, 06:28 PM

if you click on the link on my previous post and scroll down to the middle of the list of threads you will see my clickable thumbnails and then soom them up.

I too dislike the rear bumper of the Aero kit so decided against fitting the option.

I love car. There are a few niggles (expected that as it is a new model), but apart from that it is an grin-inducing ride - the cabin is a lovely place to be in too. I can visualise your car and it will look very smart - black with chrome and polished trim - moody yet menacing looking!!

when you are ready, I can put you in touch with my dealer (london) who, along with me, has secured some deals to a few other chaps on the forum on purchasing their MCS!

M1TCH · Mar 19th, 2007, 07:21 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by minimad17 (original)

Mitch car looks amazing! if you dont mind me asking but is the model for your wheels the R99's and secondly where did you get them from and thirdly how much did you pay for them! (please dont find me rude) but im considering getting a set of them cos they are by far the most stunning rims for the new MCS

many thanks

firstly, yes they are the R99 in anthracite, secondly where from err the Mini dealer, where else? thirdly the price on mini.co.uk is £1295 but I'm not sure how much was paid for them, they were worked into the deal.

minimad17 · Mar 19th, 2007, 11:33 PM

thanks tiger for all the help....if i do end up getting one which i hope i do i will deff contact you and ask about your dealer etc...your car looks stunning really like the combo of the DS with the loungewood and obviously the wheels are stunning!....one thing i would love to do to mine is colour code the wheel arches - iv seen quite a few who have done stunning jobs yet you need to be careful as the job needs to be done properly otherwise the paint just chips off. many miles of happy driving tiger haha!!

Thanks for the help Mitch - im sure when i speak to mini they will be able to sort me out and fix the right deal for the R99s! haha

Kinster · Mar 20th, 2007, 12:03 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by M1TCH (original)

I'm not liking the original bumper of the new Cooper S, but the aero kit front bumper makes it look a lot better

plastic ear 7 · Mar 20th, 2007, 12:15 PM

Cco7ers , could you tell me is that a full JCW kit on your exellent min,thankyou Plastic ear 7

CC07ERS · Mar 20th, 2007, 12:48 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by plastic ear 7 (original)

Cco7ers , could you tell me is that a full JCW kit on your exellent min,thankyou Plastic ear 7

Yes it is & welcome to mini 2

CooperS-indiblue · Mar 21st, 2007, 07:25 PM

The old:

The new:

There is a lot of Lightning Blue on this forum!

supa-dupa-cooper · Mar 21st, 2007, 07:30 PM

Lightning Blue is a gorgeous colour - lots going through the factory! (its a strong possibility for the colour of my next MINI

)

CooperS-indiblue · Mar 21st, 2007, 07:47 PM

Would be a very good choice!

Mar 19th, 2007, 04:00 PM	#61
J0nesy Back on the Road Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Preston Local Time: 05:09 PM Posts: 431 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Michael Strachan (original) Well this is my lil beastie. It's the first customer delivered R56 in Australia. Jan 12th build, Mar 13th delivered. She's fantastic! Waiting on:- Chrome exterior to be fitted(factory mistake) Front spotlights Checkered mirror caps ??? Then:- Lowering, no-one in Oz has springs yet Dark tint Maybe:- DS arches JCW bits and pieces She aint to shabby as is though! BEAUTIFUL pal. A great car & a lovely colour choice!!! :-) PS can't wait to see the car with the expected changes!!! Dave, DS R56 MCS + JCW AERO KIT

Mar 20th, 2007, 12:03 AM	#75 (permalink)
Kinster BarWeetGarNarWeetNinnyBon Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Location: Location Local Time: 05:09 PM Posts: 2,709 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by M1TCH (original) I'm not liking the original bumper of the new Cooper S, but the aero kit front bumper makes it look a lot better Hyper Blue/Blue MCSC with Chilli 'No man will make a great leader who wants to do it all himself' A. Carnegie

Mar 21st, 2007, 07:25 PM	#78 (permalink)
CooperS-indiblue www.NewMINIclub.nl member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Bergen op Zoom Local Time: 06:09 PM Posts: 24 Offline	The old: The new: There is a lot of Lightning Blue on this forum! Let's burn some serious rubber! 2007 MINI Cooper S (Lightning Blue), what a great little car! Last edited by MINIAC : Mar 21st, 2007 at 08:20 PM. Reason: Make images clickable thumbnails

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supa-dupa-cooper In S Club Heaven!! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Cloud MINI Local Time: 05:09 PM Posts: 19,026 Offline	Lightning Blue is a gorgeous colour - lots going through the factory! (its a strong possibility for the colour of my next MINI ) * The Italian Job 2008......Team 50 - Sponsor Us Here!* UNION JACK OWNERS CLUB GB002

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CooperS-indiblue www.NewMINIclub.nl member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Bergen op Zoom Local Time: 06:09 PM Posts: 24 Offline	Would be a very good choice! Let's burn some serious rubber! 2007 MINI Cooper S (Lightning Blue), what a great little car!

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Mar 19th, 2007, 04:16 PM	#62 (permalink)
MiniacSalesman Super Salesman Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Omaha, NE Local Time: 10:09 AM Posts: 4 Offline	Shoot I can't even barely get pics for I sell these things and we can't even keep the '07 in stock. We have nothing but '06 mostly. We sold two Cooper S's last week that were '07. By the way I'm Steve and I'm a Miniholic LOL! Actually I'm selling these big toys at the biggest dealership in the U.S. which is quite fun. We're in Omaha if you've heard.

Mar 19th, 2007, 04:20 PM	#63 (permalink)
M1TCH MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Essex Local Time: 04:09 PM Posts: 130 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by tiger333888 (original) Mitch, your car looks fabulous. What version R99 wheels do you have- difficult to tell from the pic? I have the polished items - are your anthracite, silver, or polished? They are the 17" in anthracite, first car from that dealer to be sat on them. Quote: Originally Posted by cco7ers (original) looking good mitch nice alloys ,your s looks kinda mean now ahhh it's not my car, tis the missus little beast!...

Mar 19th, 2007, 04:30 PM	#64 (permalink)
tiger333888 MINI2 Regular Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Middlesex Local Time: 05:09 PM Posts: 280 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by M1TCH (original) They are the 17" in anthracite, first car from that dealer to be sat on them. ahhh it's not my car, tis the missus little beast!... fab combo....wheels sets the car off nicely....she must be so made up

Mar 19th, 2007, 05:14 PM	#65 (permalink)
minimad17 R56 S in the making Join Date: Jan 2007 Local Time: 05:09 PM Posts: 198 Offline	Mitch car looks amazing! if you dont mind me asking but is the model for your wheels the R99's and secondly where did you get them from and thirdly how much did you pay for them! (please dont find me rude) but im considering getting a set of them cos they are by far the most stunning rims for the new MCS many thanks

Mar 19th, 2007, 05:23 PM	#66 (permalink)
tiger333888 MINI2 Regular Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Middlesex Local Time: 05:09 PM Posts: 280 Offline	MINI.co.uk this answers your questions! I have the polished version on my MCS

Mar 19th, 2007, 05:28 PM	#67 (permalink)
minimad17 R56 S in the making Join Date: Jan 2007 Local Time: 05:09 PM Posts: 198 Offline	thanks tiger for your quick response! two things - firstly....what is the diff btwn polished and silver? are the polished 1s like chrome ones like you quite often see in the states and on the Merc ML...secondly do you think that it makes a differnce if I were to order them from the US because they are cheaper there? many thanks

Mar 19th, 2007, 05:28 PM	#68 (permalink)
minimad17 R56 S in the making Join Date: Jan 2007 Local Time: 05:09 PM Posts: 198 Offline	thirdly tiger haha....do you have any pics of yours on the site and if not upload them....im dieing to see them! thanks again!

Mar 19th, 2007, 05:36 PM	#69 (permalink)
tiger333888 MINI2 Regular Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Middlesex Local Time: 05:09 PM Posts: 280 Offline	http://www.mini2.com/forum/custompro...pic41684_1.gif here you go bud. the polished ones are NOT quite chromed-up like the alloys commonly found in the USA - our friends over the pond like them with a proper mirror-like finish - too bling for me. Polished versions are....well polished! Silver finish is like the regular alloy wheel finish...most common - like a dull silver paintwork of a car. I think after shipping, you will save little from buying in the USA. Have you ordered your car yet? Where are you based?

Mar 19th, 2007, 05:45 PM	#70 (permalink)
tiger333888 MINI2 Regular Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Middlesex Local Time: 05:09 PM Posts: 280 Offline	minimad, here is the direct link to my photo's. Better view of the rims as you can zoom in.. http://www.mini2.com/forum/2nd-gen-m...ml#post2861898

Mar 19th, 2007, 05:49 PM	#71 (permalink)
minimad17 R56 S in the making Join Date: Jan 2007 Local Time: 05:09 PM Posts: 198 Offline	im based in london....i havn't ordered my car yet...but test drove a R56 MCS last week and loved it so depending on how business goes etc i might have to dig deep and order one! As im not in any rush and am away for the majority of july, aug and sept i might wait for the 57 or even 08 models...im also keen to know if there will be diff options on the later build models - im still getting my head around if i like the aero kit on the R56 as im not too fond of the rear bumper but love the front grill and side skirts! if i ordered a MCS id deff have to get it in black with crome mirror caps and the r99's polished haha and maybe the chrome bonnet scoop although that could make it look trashy! are you pleased with yours tiger? i cant see your pic because its a thumbnail size and cant seem to make it bigger? regards

Mar 19th, 2007, 06:28 PM	#72 (permalink)
tiger333888 MINI2 Regular Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Middlesex Local Time: 05:09 PM Posts: 280 Offline	if you click on the link on my previous post and scroll down to the middle of the list of threads you will see my clickable thumbnails and then soom them up. I too dislike the rear bumper of the Aero kit so decided against fitting the option. I love car. There are a few niggles (expected that as it is a new model), but apart from that it is an grin-inducing ride - the cabin is a lovely place to be in too. I can visualise your car and it will look very smart - black with chrome and polished trim - moody yet menacing looking!! when you are ready, I can put you in touch with my dealer (london) who, along with me, has secured some deals to a few other chaps on the forum on purchasing their MCS!

Mar 19th, 2007, 07:21 PM	#73 (permalink)
M1TCH MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Essex Local Time: 04:09 PM Posts: 130 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by minimad17 (original) Mitch car looks amazing! if you dont mind me asking but is the model for your wheels the R99's and secondly where did you get them from and thirdly how much did you pay for them! (please dont find me rude) but im considering getting a set of them cos they are by far the most stunning rims for the new MCS many thanks firstly, yes they are the R99 in anthracite, secondly where from err the Mini dealer, where else? thirdly the price on mini.co.uk is £1295 but I'm not sure how much was paid for them, they were worked into the deal.

Mar 19th, 2007, 11:33 PM	#74 (permalink)
minimad17 R56 S in the making Join Date: Jan 2007 Local Time: 05:09 PM Posts: 198 Offline	thanks tiger for all the help....if i do end up getting one which i hope i do i will deff contact you and ask about your dealer etc...your car looks stunning really like the combo of the DS with the loungewood and obviously the wheels are stunning!....one thing i would love to do to mine is colour code the wheel arches - iv seen quite a few who have done stunning jobs yet you need to be careful as the job needs to be done properly otherwise the paint just chips off. many miles of happy driving tiger haha!! Thanks for the help Mitch - im sure when i speak to mini they will be able to sort me out and fix the right deal for the R99s! haha

Mar 20th, 2007, 12:15 PM	#76 (permalink)
plastic ear 7 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Mar 2007 Local Time: 04:09 PM Posts: 1 Offline	Cco7ers , could you tell me is that a full JCW kit on your exellent min,thankyou Plastic ear 7

Mar 20th, 2007, 12:48 PM	#77 (permalink)
CC07ERS TYPE R GT VTEC POWERED My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Type R GT Local Time: 05:09 PM Posts: 2,721 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by plastic ear 7 (original) Cco7ers , could you tell me is that a full JCW kit on your exellent min,thankyou Plastic ear 7 Yes it is & welcome to mini 2

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