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KenL · Dec 8th, 2006, 07:49 PM

I've ordered a Cooper with standard Chilli wheels which are Blasters.

I am not sure if I would prefer the 16" BRIDGE SPOKE wheels instead, so please let me know which you think are best.

Would it be best to stick to the standard CHILLI wheels for resale purposes?

Bridge Spoke

Blaster

Thanks.

Scrogg · Dec 8th, 2006, 07:53 PM

Personally, I think the Blasters are the better looking of the two, but I am sure the vast majority will tell you to go for a 17" upgrade.

As for resale, neither of the two will make any difference.

CC07ERS · Dec 8th, 2006, 07:54 PM

pay the extra & upgrade to 17" you no you want to

Scrogg · Dec 8th, 2006, 07:55 PM

I rest my case!

Paul · Dec 8th, 2006, 07:57 PM

I prefer the bridge spokes out of those two.

Why pay more to adversly affect your handling?

KenL · Dec 8th, 2006, 07:58 PM

Sorry, I have zero interest in bigger wheels - I am after a good ride :-)

CC07ERS · Dec 8th, 2006, 07:59 PM

arent we all m8

mike58 · Dec 8th, 2006, 08:06 PM

I reckon 15s with sl wider tyres ( and appropriately lower profile) will be as sweet a combo as you can get on a Cooper, combine that with sp suspension for even less roll and I reckon this setup will burn most 16 and 17 equiped cars on the road but not on track.
Guess what setup I've ordered !!

Lawrothegreat · Dec 8th, 2006, 08:09 PM

I prefer the bridgespokes. I can't help thinking the new alloy wheel choice is not as good as before. It's not that I have anything against the basic design / number of spokes - I just find them fussy with unnecessary detail - I don't like the lip around the outside of the alloy wheel next to the tyre, but I realise I am fussy.

CC07ERS · Dec 8th, 2006, 08:11 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Lawrothegreat (original)

I prefer the bridgespokes. I can't help thinking the new alloy wheel choice is not as good as before. It's not that I have anything against the basic design / number of spokes - I just find them fussy with unnecessary detail.

very true you would think bmw would try harder with the choices of wheels

ParkLaneCooper · Dec 8th, 2006, 08:12 PM

Bridge spokes definately! But then I am biased, I have them on my Park Lane!

Trophy160 · Dec 8th, 2006, 08:57 PM

Hi,

Personally I like the standard 16's that come with the Cooper S, but I don't think that yuo can order them as an upgrade on the Cooper.

Paul;

esxollie · Dec 8th, 2006, 09:12 PM

bridge spoke.

Scrogg · Dec 8th, 2006, 09:25 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Trophy160 (original)

Personally I like the standard 16's that come with the Cooper S, but I don't think that yuo can order them as an upgrade on the Cooper.

I've always found it strange that MINI continue offering a different 16" alloy as standard on the Cooper S when almost all buyers upgrade to a 17" alternative.

How difficult would it actually be to make one wheel standard on both Cooper and Cooper S and then offer the other two as options on both?

I wonder how many Cooper buyers would pick S-Winders?

lespurgeon · Dec 8th, 2006, 09:36 PM

I would make my choice based on whichever is lower weight.

~Marcus~ · Dec 8th, 2006, 10:02 PM

I had 16s on my old Cooper for ride comfort, but the ride is considerably better on 17s on my R56, on motorways I would say the difference is amazing. I think the massive wheelarches mean 17s are a must for looks, but I prefer the Blaster 16 inch wheels which look better in the flesh than they do in pictures.

mike58 · Dec 8th, 2006, 10:06 PM

[quote][I would make my choice based on whichever is lower weight./QUOTE]
Why bother it's a road car..
The overall spec and total bodyweight will have a greater effect, also runflat tyres are much heavier.
You can't choose a Mini and ignore aesthetics to the point that light weight is an issue.
So basic Cooper or S with NO extras, yeah or go for Magnesium rims at $ 0000 and full spec ?
Not meaning to be rude but I think the current obsession with reducing unsprung weight on a road car is a bit crazy UNLESS you opt for a total stripped out spec
Your choice...

KenL · Dec 9th, 2006, 09:52 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Trophy160 (original)

Hi,

Personally I like the standard 16's that come with the Cooper S, but I don't think that yuo can order them as an upgrade on the Cooper.

Paul;

Everyone is different of course, but I don't like the standard S ones at all.

KenL · Dec 9th, 2006, 09:56 AM

The bridge spokes do look nice

KenL · Dec 9th, 2006, 09:58 AM

Dec 8th, 2006, 07:49 PM	#1
KenL MINI2 Master Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edinburgh Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 5,216 Offline	Which 16" wheels? I've ordered a Cooper with standard Chilli wheels which are Blasters. I am not sure if I would prefer the 16" BRIDGE SPOKE wheels instead, so please let me know which you think are best. Would it be best to stick to the standard CHILLI wheels for resale purposes? Bridge Spoke Blaster Thanks.

Dec 8th, 2006, 10:02 PM	#16 (permalink)
~Marcus~ No JCW for me :o( Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: London & Hampshire Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 1,950 Offline	I had 16s on my old Cooper for ride comfort, but the ride is considerably better on 17s on my R56, on motorways I would say the difference is amazing. I think the massive wheelarches mean 17s are a must for looks, but I prefer the Blaster 16 inch wheels which look better in the flesh than they do in pictures. My Blog

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Dec 8th, 2006, 07:53 PM	#2 (permalink)
Scrogg YLYP Reclamation Squad Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gloucester Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 15,246 Offline	Personally, I think the Blasters are the better looking of the two, but I am sure the vast majority will tell you to go for a 17" upgrade. As for resale, neither of the two will make any difference.

Dec 8th, 2006, 07:54 PM	#3 (permalink)
CC07ERS TYPE R GT VTEC POWERED My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Type R GT Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 2,743 Offline	pay the extra & upgrade to 17" you no you want to

Dec 8th, 2006, 07:55 PM	#4 (permalink)
Scrogg YLYP Reclamation Squad Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gloucester Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 15,246 Offline	I rest my case!

Dec 8th, 2006, 07:57 PM	#5 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 40,709 Offline	I prefer the bridge spokes out of those two. Why pay more to adversly affect your handling?

Dec 8th, 2006, 07:58 PM	#6 (permalink)
KenL MINI2 Master Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edinburgh Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 5,216 Offline	Sorry, I have zero interest in bigger wheels - I am after a good ride :-)

Dec 8th, 2006, 07:59 PM	#7 (permalink)
CC07ERS TYPE R GT VTEC POWERED My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Type R GT Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 2,743 Offline	arent we all m8

Dec 8th, 2006, 08:06 PM	#8 (permalink)
mike58 MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: uk, Glasgow Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 194 Offline	I reckon 15s with sl wider tyres ( and appropriately lower profile) will be as sweet a combo as you can get on a Cooper, combine that with sp suspension for even less roll and I reckon this setup will burn most 16 and 17 equiped cars on the road but not on track. Guess what setup I've ordered !!

Dec 8th, 2006, 08:09 PM	#9 (permalink)
Lawrothegreat Mini Design Philosopher Join Date: May 2004 Location: Berkshire, UK Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 776 Offline	I prefer the bridgespokes. I can't help thinking the new alloy wheel choice is not as good as before. It's not that I have anything against the basic design / number of spokes - I just find them fussy with unnecessary detail - I don't like the lip around the outside of the alloy wheel next to the tyre, but I realise I am fussy.

Dec 8th, 2006, 08:11 PM	#10 (permalink)
CC07ERS TYPE R GT VTEC POWERED My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Type R GT Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 2,743 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Lawrothegreat (original) I prefer the bridgespokes. I can't help thinking the new alloy wheel choice is not as good as before. It's not that I have anything against the basic design / number of spokes - I just find them fussy with unnecessary detail. very true you would think bmw would try harder with the choices of wheels

Dec 8th, 2006, 08:12 PM	#11 (permalink)
ParkLaneCooper MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bristol Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 47 Offline	Bridge spokes definately! But then I am biased, I have them on my Park Lane!

Dec 8th, 2006, 08:57 PM	#12 (permalink)
Trophy160 MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Aldershot, Hampshire Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 247 Offline	Hi, Personally I like the standard 16's that come with the Cooper S, but I don't think that yuo can order them as an upgrade on the Cooper. Paul;

Dec 8th, 2006, 09:12 PM	#13 (permalink)
esxollie MINI2 Regular Join Date: Nov 2006 Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 52 Offline	bridge spoke.

Dec 8th, 2006, 09:25 PM	#14 (permalink)
Scrogg YLYP Reclamation Squad Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gloucester Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 15,246 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Trophy160 (original) Personally I like the standard 16's that come with the Cooper S, but I don't think that yuo can order them as an upgrade on the Cooper. I've always found it strange that MINI continue offering a different 16" alloy as standard on the Cooper S when almost all buyers upgrade to a 17" alternative. How difficult would it actually be to make one wheel standard on both Cooper and Cooper S and then offer the other two as options on both? I wonder how many Cooper buyers would pick S-Winders?

Dec 8th, 2006, 09:36 PM	#15 (permalink)
lespurgeon Off changing a nappy... Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: HI, USA Local Time: 06:51 PM Posts: 1,069 Offline	I would make my choice based on whichever is lower weight.

Dec 8th, 2006, 10:06 PM	#17 (permalink)
mike58 MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: uk, Glasgow Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 194 Offline	[quote][I would make my choice based on whichever is lower weight./QUOTE] Why bother it's a road car.. The overall spec and total bodyweight will have a greater effect, also runflat tyres are much heavier. You can't choose a Mini and ignore aesthetics to the point that light weight is an issue. So basic Cooper or S with NO extras, yeah or go for Magnesium rims at $ 0000 and full spec ? Not meaning to be rude but I think the current obsession with reducing unsprung weight on a road car is a bit crazy UNLESS you opt for a total stripped out spec Your choice...

Dec 9th, 2006, 09:52 AM	#18 (permalink)
KenL MINI2 Master Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edinburgh Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 5,216 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Trophy160 (original) Hi, Personally I like the standard 16's that come with the Cooper S, but I don't think that yuo can order them as an upgrade on the Cooper. Paul; Everyone is different of course, but I don't like the standard S ones at all.

Dec 9th, 2006, 09:56 AM	#19 (permalink)
KenL MINI2 Master Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edinburgh Local Time: 05:51 AM Posts: 5,216 Offline	The bridge spokes do look nice

Dec 9th, 2006, 09:58 AM	#20 (permalink)
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