 Clubman S - Underrated!
Hi All,
I've noticed a lot of people talking about the Cooper and D variants of the Clubman - does no one own a Clubman S on here?
I have my beloved Clubman Cooper S in chocolate brown, silver roof/pillars and chocolate brown lounge leather. It is, quite simply, brilliant.
I've driven 2 "normal" Cooper Clubmans and they are lovely cars - if a little over-geared - but the S is a different car altogether. Really, if you're considering a clubbie my advice would be to at least try one- sacrifice some "toys" if you need to save cash, but at least try before you make a decision.
I haven't driven a D - I would imagine the roll-on performance is better than the normally aspirated Cooper, but with the S you get torque by the bucket from 1800rpm PLUS a big "rush" at the top end.
The only down-side I've found is that the 17" wheels and run-flats make for a bit harsher ride, but as most Cooper owners seem to fit these anyway I doubt that'll be a consideration - if you want plush, buy a mondeo!
I even get better fuel consumption with the "S" than with the petrol Coopers I've driven....though admitedly the 38-48mpg I've been getting to each tank (average - depending on town/motorway mix) is nowhere near what the Diesel model would probably get.
You know what....all varients are WAY more liveable-with than a hatchback mini.....That extra space makes ALL the difference!
We all love our Clubbies, eh?!  | 
