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Cape Cod MINI · Jun 26th, 2002, 03:09 PM

I had an interesting conversation with a well known and knowledgable Mini/MINI expert today. No, I will not name him as I gave my word. He told me that he was approached by BMW/MINI to consult about future MINI models. He said "mark my words" an All Wheel Drive MINI mule is already built and being tested. Their goal is a winning World Ralley team. I told him I sure would like it if my S had the awd and horsepower of the Subaru WRX and he claims that is MINI's intention. He laughed off the "M" rumor, but was dead serious about the above awd and 200+ hp version.
Where do I put my deposit down?

EBMCS03 · Jun 26th, 2002, 06:18 PM

Wooooooooo 200HP version??? I'm interested in that!!! Seriously where do I sign up!!

phong13 · Jun 26th, 2002, 06:51 PM

I'll trade my S due for Sept/Oct for an AWD.

WAY · Jun 27th, 2002, 01:30 AM

I have had the previlege of owning a number of nice and quick cars, and honestly nothing has given me more of a rush than my just traded 225hp TT Quattro. Being an AWD car it has this incredible ability to shoot out of a corner with no loss of traction, and is even more fun in the wet. A Mini AWD with 200+hp will just be PERFECT for me. I will definitely buy that!!! I will put my name down for one now if my dealer allows me to.

Any mention of dates? I will have my Cooper S on 2 year lease, so maybe the timing is just perfect.

Cape Cod MINI · Jun 27th, 2002, 04:27 AM

Nope,no mention of dates, cost, etc.
I think I caught "my source" when he just happened to have a bout of verbal diarrhea

I would assume that the MINI dealer sales reps don't know anything either. I mean, just look at what they don't know now!

I'm seriously considering trying to convince my dealer to take a $500- deposit with the receipt to read "First right of refusal on future MINI models" with no expiration date.

Christopher · Jun 28th, 2002, 04:15 AM

I'd really love if Mini came out with a Diesel that has around 134hp and 300Nm. Sort of a performance Diesel but still capable of 40MPG. Include AWD and all of the colour choices of the MC and MCS. This would be great direction to go.

rich · Jun 28th, 2002, 08:18 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Christopher
I'd really love if Mini came out with a Diesel that has around 134hp and 300Nm. Sort of a performance Diesel but still capable of 40MPG. Include AWD and all of the colour choices of the MC and MCS. This would be great direction to go.

What colour MINI are you getting, Christopher - Maroon perhaps (Velvet Red)?

AidenL · Jun 28th, 2002, 08:23 PM

4wd and 200bhp would be great......but a very high price, Ill guess.......

Christopher · Jun 28th, 2002, 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by rich

What colour MINI are you getting, Christopher - Maroon perhaps (Velvet Red)?

Unfortunately I will never be able to afford a Mini but if I happen to fall into a huge pile of cash I'd go with BRG - let's just say I wouldn't be choosing Blue.

rich · Jun 29th, 2002, 08:28 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Christopher

Unfortunately I will never be able to afford a Mini but if I happen to fall into a huge pile of cash I'd go with BRG - let's just say I wouldn't be choosing Blue.

Never say never!

minizzin · Jul 12th, 2002, 11:30 AM

pleaseeeeeee make a 4wd mini pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

Bilbo Baggins · Jul 12th, 2002, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by UCSDxB0i
Wooooooooo 200HP version??? I'm interested in that!!! Seriously where do I sign up!!

Yeah, But.....to be competitive on the WRC circuit they would need at least 300 HP to go with the AWD. Now that would be interesting!!!!!

AustraliaMiniMan · Jul 24th, 2002, 12:11 AM

I think a 200BHP road model would be modifiable to 300 ponies for Rally purposes.

Jun 26th, 2002, 03:09 PM	#1
Cape Cod MINI Exposing the Beast Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Cape Cod, MA Local Time: 09:52 PM Posts: 5,344 Offline	Future All Wheel Drive MINI I had an interesting conversation with a well known and knowledgable Mini/MINI expert today. No, I will not name him as I gave my word. He told me that he was approached by BMW/MINI to consult about future MINI models. He said "mark my words" an All Wheel Drive MINI mule is already built and being tested. Their goal is a winning World Ralley team. I told him I sure would like it if my S had the awd and horsepower of the Subaru WRX and he claims that is MINI's intention. He laughed off the "M" rumor, but was dead serious about the above awd and 200+ hp version. Where do I put my deposit down? Missing my buddies Dan and Ed but glad I have two angel buddies, And on a quest to Right Secco's Wrongs

Jun 27th, 2002, 04:27 AM	#5 (permalink)
Cape Cod MINI Exposing the Beast Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Cape Cod, MA Local Time: 09:52 PM Posts: 5,344 Offline	Nope,no mention of dates, cost, etc. I think I caught "my source" when he just happened to have a bout of verbal diarrhea I would assume that the MINI dealer sales reps don't know anything either. I mean, just look at what they don't know now! I'm seriously considering trying to convince my dealer to take a $500- deposit with the receipt to read "First right of refusal on future MINI models" with no expiration date. Missing my buddies Dan and Ed but glad I have two angel buddies, And on a quest to Right Secco's Wrongs

Jun 28th, 2002, 08:18 PM	#7 (permalink)
rich MINI2 Master Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Sydney, Australia Local Time: 11:52 AM Posts: 1,586 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by Christopher I'd really love if Mini came out with a Diesel that has around 134hp and 300Nm. Sort of a performance Diesel but still capable of 40MPG. Include AWD and all of the colour choices of the MC and MCS. This would be great direction to go. What colour MINI are you getting, Christopher - Maroon perhaps (Velvet Red)? Cooper S, Jet Black w/ white roof, silver 16" X-Lite wheels, DSC, MFSW, dark tinted windows ...It's here & I love it!

Jun 28th, 2002, 08:23 PM	#8 (permalink)
AidenL Nice TTs......... Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: On The Coast........ Local Time: 02:52 AM Posts: 42,147 Offline	4wd and 200bhp would be great......but a very high price, Ill guess....... *Global Moderator*

Jun 29th, 2002, 08:28 AM	#10 (permalink)
rich MINI2 Master Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Sydney, Australia Local Time: 11:52 AM Posts: 1,586 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by Christopher Unfortunately I will never be able to afford a Mini but if I happen to fall into a huge pile of cash I'd go with BRG - let's just say I wouldn't be choosing Blue. Never say never! Cooper S, Jet Black w/ white roof, silver 16" X-Lite wheels, DSC, MFSW, dark tinted windows ...It's here & I love it!

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Jun 26th, 2002, 06:18 PM	#2 (permalink)
EBMCS03 M5 Extraordinare! Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: So Cal Local Time: 06:52 PM Posts: 6,777 Offline	Wooooooooo 200HP version??? I'm interested in that!!! Seriously where do I sign up!!

Jun 26th, 2002, 06:51 PM	#3 (permalink)
phong13 MINI2 Regular Join Date: May 2002 Local Time: 05:52 PM Posts: 135 Offline	I'll trade my S due for Sept/Oct for an AWD.

Jun 27th, 2002, 01:30 AM	#4 (permalink)
WAY MINI2 Senior Join Date: May 2002 Location: Melbourne Local Time: 11:52 AM Posts: 470 Offline	I have had the previlege of owning a number of nice and quick cars, and honestly nothing has given me more of a rush than my just traded 225hp TT Quattro. Being an AWD car it has this incredible ability to shoot out of a corner with no loss of traction, and is even more fun in the wet. A Mini AWD with 200+hp will just be PERFECT for me. I will definitely buy that!!! I will put my name down for one now if my dealer allows me to. Any mention of dates? I will have my Cooper S on 2 year lease, so maybe the timing is just perfect.

Jun 28th, 2002, 04:15 AM	#6 (permalink)
Christopher MINI2 Regular Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Ipswich, Queensland. Local Time: 11:52 AM Posts: 52 Offline	I'd really love if Mini came out with a Diesel that has around 134hp and 300Nm. Sort of a performance Diesel but still capable of 40MPG. Include AWD and all of the colour choices of the MC and MCS. This would be great direction to go.

Jun 28th, 2002, 11:21 PM	#9 (permalink)
Christopher MINI2 Regular Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Ipswich, Queensland. Local Time: 11:52 AM Posts: 52 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by rich What colour MINI are you getting, Christopher - Maroon perhaps (Velvet Red)? Unfortunately I will never be able to afford a Mini but if I happen to fall into a huge pile of cash I'd go with BRG - let's just say I wouldn't be choosing Blue.

Jul 12th, 2002, 11:30 AM	#11 (permalink)
minizzin MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jul 2002 Local Time: 01:52 AM Posts: 124 Offline	pleaseeeeeee make a 4wd mini pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee i love my mini

Jul 12th, 2002, 06:31 PM	#12 (permalink)
Bilbo Baggins MINI2 Master Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Shire, Middle Earth Local Time: 09:52 PM Posts: 8,854 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by UCSDxB0i Wooooooooo 200HP version??? I'm interested in that!!! Seriously where do I sign up!! Yeah, But.....to be competitive on the WRC circuit they would need at least 300 HP to go with the AWD. Now that would be interesting!!!!! Motor on, Dudes and Dudettes!!! '06 MCS SB/S '02 MCS DS/W (retired)

Jul 24th, 2002, 12:11 AM	#13 (permalink)
AustraliaMiniMan MINI2 Regular Join Date: May 2002 Location: Gold Coast QLD Austr Local Time: 11:52 AM Posts: 126 Offline	I think a 200BHP road model would be modifiable to 300 ponies for Rally purposes. .:MINI:. 200 BHP + warranty be damned!

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