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What does the CHILLI Pack exactly add to the Cooper Lineup anyway?
+ 16" Alloys $1300
+ MINI HiFi loudspeaker system $850
+ Half Cloth/Leather $990
+ Sports Seats $600
+ Front Fog Lights $300
+ Rear Spoiler $300
+ Chrome Line Exterior $300
TOTAL - $4640
Chilli Pack is $3600.
If you were to get all the options seperately they would cost you $4640.
Which means you save $1040.
Even though most people say that the HiFi loudspeaker system is average, it is still ALOT better than the standard speakers.
I find that it's good enough for my general use and would recommend it over the standard speaker system.
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Bluetooth in the car, there are 2 Options, and 1 is double the price of the other? Im stumped as to what the difference actually is?
Bluetooth hands free kit with USB/Audio interface - $750
- NOTE: Must be purchased with 'Front Arm Rest'
- Just your standard Bluetooth connection
- USB/Audio interface = Plug in any USB flash drive with MP3's or iPod
Preparation for mobile phone with Bluetooth and USB/Audio interface - $1470
- NOTE: Must be purchased with 'Front Arm Rest'
- Same as above, but also includes a dock in the armrest which can be used with specific phones to charge them. (This is where the extra $$ comes in)
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Bi-Xenon Headlights really needed? or does the cost of replacements weigh out any advantage to them?
I would highly recommend these!
Once have have driven a car with Xenons you will never go back to standard Halogens.
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Clear Indicator Lenses $200!!! are they serious? or can these be for free? or cheaper?
I'm sure that you can persuade the dealer to throw these in for free...
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Compfort Access System I assume is a smart key? are they good?
Love it!!
Essentially you don't need to use your key when unlocking/locking and turning on/off the car - Just have the key in your pocket/bag and press the button.
I found a demo video -
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is the heated front windscreen needed for Australian roads?
Probably not.
But, it does help on some of those really cold Melbourne mornings when the windows start to fog up.
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What does the sports button do? and why pay $300 for it? I know in a Cooper S it will prob do alot of things, but in a normal Cooper or Cooper D?
The Sports button has the same function for all MINI's. Doesn't matter if its a Cooper or an 'S'.
- Changes steering ratio to make the steering feel more responsive.
- Improves throttle response with changes to turbo, reaction to pedal position, etc.
- Greatly improves acceleration in first gear from a dead stop.
- Engine winds up faster and more freely.
Note: It does NOT affect/change the suspension in any way.
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Is climate control worth actually paying extra for? or is the standard system fine?
All down to personal choice here...
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What is the difference between Dynamic Stability Control and Dynamic Traction Control? and why is Dynamic Traction Control extra?
DSC -
BMW Technology Guide : Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
DTC -
BMW Technology Guide : Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
FYI - DTC comes standard on all BMW's and factory
JCW 's.
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and Sports Suspension Settings? In a Cooper S I can see the point, but in a Cooper D or Cooper? much need?
Again, all down to personal choice...
Sports Suspension adds: Dampers/ 1mm thicker front and rear antisway bars/ Stiffer shocks & struts/ Not sure about springs.
FYI - Thicker antisway bars reduce body roll
Hopefully I've cleared up some of your questions.
Good luck!
