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feybrand · Oct 13th, 2006, 12:32 PM

Am I the only one that thinks the new mini lacks the quality look of the older shape new mini.

I've seen some pics and I'm not impressed i'll be sticking with my 06 plate version thank you very much

Miss Marmite · Oct 13th, 2006, 12:50 PM

I've noticed this kind of comment a lot from 06 owners, I can't help but think that for some of you it is because you bought an old model just before a new one is coming out.

KPKalle · Oct 13th, 2006, 12:54 PM

Personally I really like the R56. The more I see it the more I don't regret ordering one ...

Wooly · Oct 13th, 2006, 01:04 PM

Personally i prefer the look of the r56. The design is a lot more fluid, the gaps between the bonnet and the bumper are the same size gaps as the ones around the headlights, the scoop, the grille etc. So i think the lines look a lot more controlled and flows better together. As much as i like my current one the bumper sometimes looks like it was not meant to be attached to the bonnet, the line doesnt match up.
R56 imo is more artistic in design

sef · Oct 13th, 2006, 01:07 PM

It's growing on me... Would have to be red tho...

Olly. · Oct 13th, 2006, 01:19 PM

I think the new one is a massive improvement personally.

Mini_One_Too · Oct 13th, 2006, 01:23 PM

I really like the new model as well.

I saw it at the Paris Motorshow, and it looks great!

There are things about the current model that I prefer, and would love to be able to have some kind of hybrid of the 2 models.

I'm sure it's still going to be a great car to drive and a proper head-turner on the roads.

Perhaps you should wait until you see one close up before you judge.

SamHarrison · Oct 13th, 2006, 01:32 PM

I am (on other forums) a big supporter of the older versions of the mini compared to the disaster of the new one.

FOR A START.. why create weak points in the bonnet by cutting two great big holes in it so that the lights can be left in the body work...why did they do that.. IDIOTS

the intetrior is a mistake.. you can now no longer have your own CD player installed and the new dial is horrid

Rear bumper is ugly on the S

Side vents look like a plastic stick on bought from halfords

front bumper is starting to look more and more like a BMW M3 without the down column in the front grille

Benmk · Oct 13th, 2006, 01:36 PM

I think the new S is much better than the cooper but there is still something about the older that is just right!

And as it has been around a little while the older is surely more refined and all bugs are sorted?!

SamHarrison · Oct 13th, 2006, 01:44 PM

Subaru did the same to their Impreza.. changed the design and the buyers walked away... so what did they do.. brought back the favoured design...

will BMW do the same....?

TimCrighton · Oct 13th, 2006, 01:48 PM

In the flesh it looks disproportionate IMO. Whilst I apreciate its a 'better' car its not as well proportioned but then it is NCAP 5...

Olly. · Oct 13th, 2006, 01:51 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by SamHarrison (original)

FOR A START.. why create weak points in the bonnet by cutting two great big holes in it so that the lights can be left in the body work...why did they do that.. IDIOTS

Apparently its because although it looks very cool with the headlights going up on the bonnet its very expensive to produce. Also when you slam your bonnet down it was mis-aligning headlights all the time, meaning dealers were re-aligning headlights a lot.

Olly. · Oct 13th, 2006, 01:52 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by SamHarrison (original)

Subaru did the same to their Impreza.. changed the design and the buyers walked away... so what did they do.. brought back the favoured design...

will BMW do the same....?

They can't it doesn't comply with new EU pedestrian laws.

Benmk · Oct 13th, 2006, 01:52 PM

forgetting the look for a min, what about the engine?

No super charger whine??!!

And what options will there be for stereo as there is no space to do aftermarket?

Maybe mikey will have someting in development?

lilcoopr · Oct 13th, 2006, 02:07 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Benmk (original)

forgetting the look for a min, what about the engine?

No super charger whine??!!

And what options will there be for stereo as there is no space to do aftermarket?

Maybe mikey will have someting in development?

Ditto.

I ran out and got my 06 so I could have the supercharger and the option to upgrade to the flip up screen-type of nav/deck... The 06's IMHO are the best year of the MINIs because they perfected a lot of the earlier problems and it's not all changed like the 07s.

I'm verrrry interested as to what the sales numbers reported in mid-late 07 will be...!

I love MINI, Laura · Oct 13th, 2006, 02:14 PM

ALot of people will not see a change to the MINI therefore I'm sure the benefits will outweigh the negitives us MINI fanatics are seeing. My Dad wants one and has no problem buying the new model. Actually hes waiting to see the new model as he'd rather have the newist version than a out of date version from brand new. You must be very confused if you think this change will effect the massive selling power of the MINI.

HansBerr · Oct 13th, 2006, 02:21 PM

I have just got back from my local dealer - Ryedale in Newport. ( Thinking of changing but have decided to wait until at least early 2007 ) The new car is going to be more expensive - and of course, the One and Diesels are not coming until later on. I think I will reserve judgement until I have seen the new model in the flesh - I liked the current model from day 1 - the new model isn't exactly a major departure is it ? Non Mini types probably won't even notice the change, I reckon. One thing I will be interested in, is how long it will take the tuning companies to come up with a chip to increase the boost on the S, now it is a turbo rather than a blower. Hmm.

Benmk · Oct 13th, 2006, 02:27 PM

what about jcw for it too?

I have been asked if id like to test drive it in mid november so i think ill go and have a go anyway.

Ill make my decission then i think.

SamHarrison · Oct 13th, 2006, 03:07 PM

i'd say the only plus side is the turbo... loads of mini's blowing excess pressure through the dump valve...VRRRROOOOMMMMM TIIIITSSSHHHHH

DurhamFox · Oct 13th, 2006, 03:18 PM

Im 50/50 on it really, the interior is a big improvement but the exterior doesnt quite look right. Removing the superercharger on the new 'S' swayed me to keep mine for the time being.

Incidentally Id never buy a new model of any description until its been tested on the road by real people for 6 months

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Oct 13th, 2006, 12:54 PM	#3 (permalink)
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Oct 13th, 2006, 01:23 PM	#7 (permalink)
Mini_One_Too MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Oct 2005 Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 33 Offline	I really like the new model as well. I saw it at the Paris Motorshow, and it looks great! There are things about the current model that I prefer, and would love to be able to have some kind of hybrid of the 2 models. I'm sure it's still going to be a great car to drive and a proper head-turner on the roads. Perhaps you should wait until you see one close up before you judge. Any major dude will tell you stroke my hair and call me Maude

Oct 13th, 2006, 01:48 PM	#11 (permalink)
TimCrighton Beer Society President... Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Alton, Hants Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 518 Offline	In the flesh it looks disproportionate IMO. Whilst I apreciate its a 'better' car its not as well proportioned but then it is NCAP 5... www.timcrighton.com Track Day Instruction - New MINI specialist!

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Benmk MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: London Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 214 Offline	forgetting the look for a min, what about the engine? No super charger whine??!! And what options will there be for stereo as there is no space to do aftermarket? Maybe mikey will have someting in development? Viper Stripes\| DPSM \| Recaros \| Miltek \| Aero \| GP Intercooler \| JCW R56 Brakes \| Alpina Dynamics

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Oct 13th, 2006, 12:50 PM	#2 (permalink)
Miss Marmite Marmy Join Date: Dec 2005 Local Time: 10:22 PM Posts: 136 Offline	I've noticed this kind of comment a lot from 06 owners, I can't help but think that for some of you it is because you bought an old model just before a new one is coming out.

Oct 13th, 2006, 01:04 PM	#4 (permalink)
Wooly Mad fer it Join Date: Aug 2005 Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 1,053 Offline	Personally i prefer the look of the r56. The design is a lot more fluid, the gaps between the bonnet and the bumper are the same size gaps as the ones around the headlights, the scoop, the grille etc. So i think the lines look a lot more controlled and flows better together. As much as i like my current one the bumper sometimes looks like it was not meant to be attached to the bonnet, the line doesnt match up. R56 imo is more artistic in design

Oct 13th, 2006, 01:07 PM	#5 (permalink)
sef Affinity to 1320 Autos My Classifieds Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: A dark Corner Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 674 Offline	It's growing on me... Would have to be red tho...

Oct 13th, 2006, 01:19 PM	#6 (permalink)
Olly. Overboosting..... Join Date: Sep 2003 Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 3,492 Offline	I think the new one is a massive improvement personally.

Oct 13th, 2006, 01:32 PM	#8 (permalink)
SamHarrison Javelin Sam Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Essex Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 213 Offline	I am (on other forums) a big supporter of the older versions of the mini compared to the disaster of the new one. FOR A START.. why create weak points in the bonnet by cutting two great big holes in it so that the lights can be left in the body work...why did they do that.. IDIOTS the intetrior is a mistake.. you can now no longer have your own CD player installed and the new dial is horrid Rear bumper is ugly on the S Side vents look like a plastic stick on bought from halfords front bumper is starting to look more and more like a BMW M3 without the down column in the front grille

Oct 13th, 2006, 01:36 PM	#9 (permalink)
Benmk MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: London Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 214 Offline	I think the new S is much better than the cooper but there is still something about the older that is just right! And as it has been around a little while the older is surely more refined and all bugs are sorted?!

Oct 13th, 2006, 01:44 PM	#10 (permalink)
SamHarrison Javelin Sam Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Essex Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 213 Offline	Subaru did the same to their Impreza.. changed the design and the buyers walked away... so what did they do.. brought back the favoured design... will BMW do the same....?

Oct 13th, 2006, 01:51 PM	#12 (permalink)
Olly. Overboosting..... Join Date: Sep 2003 Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 3,492 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by SamHarrison (original) FOR A START.. why create weak points in the bonnet by cutting two great big holes in it so that the lights can be left in the body work...why did they do that.. IDIOTS Apparently its because although it looks very cool with the headlights going up on the bonnet its very expensive to produce. Also when you slam your bonnet down it was mis-aligning headlights all the time, meaning dealers were re-aligning headlights a lot.

Oct 13th, 2006, 01:52 PM	#13 (permalink)
Olly. Overboosting..... Join Date: Sep 2003 Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 3,492 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by SamHarrison (original) Subaru did the same to their Impreza.. changed the design and the buyers walked away... so what did they do.. brought back the favoured design... will BMW do the same....? They can't it doesn't comply with new EU pedestrian laws.

Oct 13th, 2006, 02:07 PM	#15 (permalink)
lilcoopr pink miniac Join Date: May 2006 Location: Toronto, ON, Canada Local Time: 06:22 PM Posts: 127 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Benmk (original) forgetting the look for a min, what about the engine? No super charger whine??!! And what options will there be for stereo as there is no space to do aftermarket? Maybe mikey will have someting in development? Ditto. I ran out and got my 06 so I could have the supercharger and the option to upgrade to the flip up screen-type of nav/deck... The 06's IMHO are the best year of the MINIs because they perfected a lot of the earlier problems and it's not all changed like the 07s. I'm verrrry interested as to what the sales numbers reported in mid-late 07 will be...! My name is Christina. I am living my dream! I drive Stella: AB 06 MCS w/ pink bonnets, roof, & pink u/j mirrors ! I work @ MINI in Canada. Confessions of a MINIac.

Oct 13th, 2006, 02:14 PM	#16 (permalink)
I love MINI, Laura MINI2 Master Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Portsmouth,Hampshire Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 3,193 Offline	ALot of people will not see a change to the MINI therefore I'm sure the benefits will outweigh the negitives us MINI fanatics are seeing. My Dad wants one and has no problem buying the new model. Actually hes waiting to see the new model as he'd rather have the newist version than a out of date version from brand new. You must be very confused if you think this change will effect the massive selling power of the MINI.

Oct 13th, 2006, 02:21 PM	#17 (permalink)
HansBerr MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: South Wales Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 2 Offline	I have just got back from my local dealer - Ryedale in Newport. ( Thinking of changing but have decided to wait until at least early 2007 ) The new car is going to be more expensive - and of course, the One and Diesels are not coming until later on. I think I will reserve judgement until I have seen the new model in the flesh - I liked the current model from day 1 - the new model isn't exactly a major departure is it ? Non Mini types probably won't even notice the change, I reckon. One thing I will be interested in, is how long it will take the tuning companies to come up with a chip to increase the boost on the S, now it is a turbo rather than a blower. Hmm.

Oct 13th, 2006, 02:27 PM	#18 (permalink)
Benmk MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: London Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 214 Offline	what about jcw for it too? I have been asked if id like to test drive it in mid november so i think ill go and have a go anyway. Ill make my decission then i think. Viper Stripes\| DPSM \| Recaros \| Miltek \| Aero \| GP Intercooler \| JCW R56 Brakes \| Alpina Dynamics

Oct 13th, 2006, 03:07 PM	#19 (permalink)
SamHarrison Javelin Sam Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Essex Local Time: 11:22 PM Posts: 213 Offline	i'd say the only plus side is the turbo... loads of mini's blowing excess pressure through the dump valve...VRRRROOOOMMMMM TIIIITSSSHHHHH

Oct 13th, 2006, 03:18 PM	#20 (permalink)
DurhamFox MINI2 Regular Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Leicestershire Local Time: 10:22 PM Posts: 171 Offline	Im 50/50 on it really, the interior is a big improvement but the exterior doesnt quite look right. Removing the superercharger on the new 'S' swayed me to keep mine for the time being. Incidentally Id never buy a new model of any description until its been tested on the road by real people for 6 months

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