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Sejanus · Sep 23rd, 2003, 06:41 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Spy Car

To be honest I just don't recall. I'm pretty sure it does but I just can't recall for sure. I certainly would not pass judgements on CVTs (especialy the MINIs) based on my little drive around his neighborhood.

No, I was just curious as to what sort of options other CVTs offer.

Quote: Originally Posted by Spy Car

No, the sense of fun comes in knowing that all the Cooper Ss will go to people who value driving cars with clutches. We are the ones being screwed in the choice department (outside of the right thinking MINI automobile company which uniquely puts the needs driving enthusiasts first). Haven't we gone over this before?

Have we?

Quote: Originally Posted by Spy Car

Plus the CVT is deemed unreliable for the hp and torque of the Cooper S. Doesn't that scare you just a little?

Well no, because no such car actually exists (I assume for exactly that reason). When they make one that problem would no longer be an issue.

Quote: Originally Posted by Spy Car

And doesn't it worry you it might cost to fix one of these technological wonders should it fail? How many mechanics do you know who work on CVTs? One has to hope that leading edge technology doesn't end up bleeding edge technology. Me, I'm happier with a bullet-proof Getreg.

Not really. Undoubtedly a CVT is more expensive to fix than a manual, but then manual transmissions are far more likely to have problems because of the wear and tear they are subject to. I figure it is a reasonable trade off. The CVT is covered under warranty for the next few years, by then they'll be increasingly common.

Quote: Originally Posted by Spy Car

If it's all about money I guess you won't mind a MINI SUV

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Sure, why not? It doesn't bother me what other people drive. I believe in personal choice, freedom, liberty and the American way, unlike some MAD derived characters around here. Besides if the original Mini could have a pickup truck version (funniest damn thing I've ever seen) I figure anything is fair game.

Quote: Originally Posted by Spy Car

I think you've spent too much time reading the Economist.
Go outside and get some fresh air

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Very appropriate considering where I usually read the Economist.

Too hot up here though to go outside. It really shouldn't be 100 in late September should it?

Sep 23rd, 2003, 06:41 AM	#46
Sejanus MINI2 Global Moderator Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: West Sacramento Local Time: 03:42 PM Posts: 4,386 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Spy Car To be honest I just don't recall. I'm pretty sure it does but I just can't recall for sure. I certainly would not pass judgements on CVTs (especialy the MINIs) based on my little drive around his neighborhood. No, I was just curious as to what sort of options other CVTs offer. Quote: Originally Posted by Spy Car No, the sense of fun comes in knowing that all the Cooper Ss will go to people who value driving cars with clutches. We are the ones being screwed in the choice department (outside of the right thinking MINI automobile company which uniquely puts the needs driving enthusiasts first). Haven't we gone over this before? Have we? Quote: Originally Posted by Spy Car Plus the CVT is deemed unreliable for the hp and torque of the Cooper S. Doesn't that scare you just a little? Well no, because no such car actually exists (I assume for exactly that reason). When they make one that problem would no longer be an issue. Quote: Originally Posted by Spy Car And doesn't it worry you it might cost to fix one of these technological wonders should it fail? How many mechanics do you know who work on CVTs? One has to hope that leading edge technology doesn't end up bleeding edge technology. Me, I'm happier with a bullet-proof Getreg. Not really. Undoubtedly a CVT is more expensive to fix than a manual, but then manual transmissions are far more likely to have problems because of the wear and tear they are subject to. I figure it is a reasonable trade off. The CVT is covered under warranty for the next few years, by then they'll be increasingly common. Quote: Originally Posted by Spy Car If it's all about money I guess you won't mind a MINI SUV . Sure, why not? It doesn't bother me what other people drive. I believe in personal choice, freedom, liberty and the American way, unlike some MAD derived characters around here. Besides if the original Mini could have a pickup truck version (funniest damn thing I've ever seen) I figure anything is fair game. Quote: Originally Posted by Spy Car I think you've spent too much time reading the Economist. Go outside and get some fresh air . Very appropriate considering where I usually read the Economist. Too hot up here though to go outside. It really shouldn't be 100 in late September should it?