just a quick one what do the r56 cooper s look like with 16" alloys on them. i have a lazer blue 07 plate and not to keen on the crown spokes, think there to big and heavy for the little 1600 engine

Remember that there's only a limited range of Mini 16" wheels that will fit over R56 'S' brakes:
R94 Bridge Spoke
R102 S-winder
R103 Blaster
R115 Rib-spoke
R119 6-star Twin-spoke
R120 Circular-spoke
(plus R87 double-spoke 5.5” winter wheel)

This forum's Mini OEM wheel FAQ (http://www.mini2.com/forum/faq.php?faq=faq_wheels_tyres#faq_faq_factory_wheel s) has all the details you need.