I have the facelift 04 model and can only go on the looks of the R56 as I have not test drove one yet. I am due to replace my car next year but am not looking forward to it at the moment. Initial first impressions of the R56 have stayed with me in that:
- the ride height is too high so car looks perched
- it looks too rounded and chunky particularly bumper, the side indicators and the back light chrome surrounds.
- I would like a bright colour to choose from - a soft lime green would be perfect
- the basic alloy wheel choices need improving
- I would like the chrono pack as I want my speedo in front of me (although if brought back it should be less plasticky and toy looking)
- MINI T mentioned the power steering is a bit light and scare if you hit a hole. This sounds like my old Saxo which frightened the life out of me on ice. If this is the case this would be another reason I would hold back on purchasing a new one.
- I particularly like the chrome bumper strips on the facelift 04 so would prefer a return of those.
Obviously these are personal choices but I am keeping my fingers crossed or I could be holding on to my car longer than planned! |