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SuperMINI03 · Jun 9th, 2003, 12:46 PM

Hey,
Look what I found, if you read the first part like CONS, you might get mad. The whole write up is sad.

http://www.epinions.com/content_68761390724

SuperMINI03 · Jun 9th, 2003, 12:47 PM

The more I read, the worse it get, this guy is a complete moron!

Humourl3ss · Jun 9th, 2003, 05:18 PM

Non-functioning link, chief.

-CW

eltel · Jun 9th, 2003, 05:50 PM

Try it like this
www.epinions.com/content_68761390724

Hardly worth reading, as the author is obviously biased.

nparker · Jun 9th, 2003, 06:12 PM

What you have to realize is that not everyone is going to like the Mini. Take it with a grain of salt. If you read all of his "review" he waxes on about "American Muscle" a real "V8", all he talks about is going in a straight line. If you go to the comments he states he drives a Caddy STS and talks about having sex in the car.
Let's give him a review:
He lives at home with mommy and daddy (hence that reference to being able to have sex in a car).
He's leasing this car so big-haired chicks from the 80's think he's cool (hey baby, it's a caddy and I can't afford to buy anything).
He has every Bon Jovi cassette that was released(wadda ya mean they have cds, what's a cd?).
He has insecurities with his manhood(after a disappointing encounter in the car he tells her "but babe, 150mph is still faster than 135mph").
That should just about sum it up!

Humourl3ss · Jun 9th, 2003, 06:37 PM

The idiot doesn't even realize that it was Renault, not Peugeot, who built Le Car.

Then again, perhaps that whole review was a misguided attempt at humour?

-CW

PortRhombus · Jun 9th, 2003, 06:44 PM

A freudian psychologist would interpret his 'anti-minism' as a threat to his manlyhood and masculinity.

When he sits in his V8 he feels like a man. He feels big and superior, probably a substitute for his situation downstairs. Cars are often referred to as male penis extensions.

And here we have a mini, A small car with small engine. But the fact that it does perform both in speed and especially handling threatens our muched loved reviewer's masculinity.

The mini is attacking what he knows and feels secure in (V8 muscle cars). the fact that it is a small car makes it seem even more pathetic to him.

Basically its like saying my penis is bigger than yours but at the end of the day hes in bed with a dirty tart and the mini owner's at home with his supermodal girlfreind.

If it dont make sense its freud.

Itzamazn · Jun 9th, 2003, 07:01 PM

Like he said he's never owned a BMW, but seems to know a lot about the two most dangerous "almost cars" ever made. Oh, by the way look around ,"bellbottoms" are back. And where does he drive his rented Caddy 150 mph?
I didn't buy my MCS to have sex in.
The car is a joy to drive, and the looks are a bit "Retro" which I happen to think adds to it.Itzamazn

Humourl3ss · Jun 9th, 2003, 07:15 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by PortRhombus
When he sits in his V8 he feels like a man. He feels big and superior, probably a substitute for his situation downstairs. Cars are often referred to as male penis extensions.

This gives me a great idea for a MINI window decal.

"Yes, I'm that big!"

-CW

Tonyt3 · Jun 9th, 2003, 07:34 PM

I think that this whole review is just to wind people up and illicet vitriolic replies - no one can be that stupid, after all....

I think its just best to ignore it all together. He certainly doesn't make a living out of writing reviews.

chughes163 · Jun 9th, 2003, 07:47 PM

What a complete and utter **** that bloke is! - he clearly knows jack **** about cars and hasnt grasped the point of the mini - even with its 'bmw' engine

bigbaddaboom · Jun 9th, 2003, 08:36 PM

Mildly amusing, if it was meant to be a joke he needs to work on his rhetoric a bit more. What is funny is some of the replies, people need to get a humour chip replaced....

BRGreenie · Jun 9th, 2003, 08:56 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by nparker

He lives at home with mommy and daddy (hence that reference to being able to have sex in a car).
He's leasing this car so big-haired chicks from the 80's think he's cool (hey baby, it's a caddy and I can't afford to buy anything).
He has every Bon Jovi cassette that was released(wadda ya mean they have cds, what's a cd?).
He has insecurities with his manhood(after a disappointing encounter in the car he tells her "but babe, 150mph is still faster than 135mph").
That should just about sum it up!

Nparker I think you've summed him up - plus throw in some Xenophobia - Homophobia ( mind you he doesn't mention who he wants sex with ) and hatred of everything that happened in the world since 1972 - I feel I know him so well!!!

mjmedlen · Jun 9th, 2003, 11:48 PM

I agree that the reviewer of this article is a complete moron. And technically, BMW does not make the engine. Actually the engine is designed by Chrysler.

The only point I will agree with the author on is my only real concern with buying a MINI ( I am to take delivery next month

). It's size from a potential accident issue. That is a scary thought but I plan to drive as defensively as possible and hope for the best. Back in 1975 I was t-boned luckly on the passenger car in my Vega by some moron running a red light in a firebird. I was knocked out and thus have a back issue as a result. Fortunately no one was with me or they would have been killed instantly. Other than that, I have no expected issues with this great carand can't wait to take delivery!!

Bk MCS · Jun 10th, 2003, 12:13 AM

That review was so full of crap that it drew me outta my hole.

The only thing he knows about the car and its history is when they were made, otherwise he would know why the speedo is in the middle. Besides, if all cars had speedos in the middle and the MINI had them behind the wheel it would still be weird. Its called relativity you *****!

And I'm sorry it cant get up to 150 on the highway, where the speed limit is 70ish.

Yes, and his opinion about crashing a mini. How would he know what would happen if it was hit by an escalade going 35mph. Has this happened to him? Probably not, he has no clue and no right to say such a thing.

There are people in this world that I wish I could shoot (I love social darwinism) and if I met him, he would probably be one.

LMB · Jun 10th, 2003, 01:46 AM

Quote:

Pros
relatively inexpensive for BMW engine powered car

Muppet

I stopped reading after I read that

mikeoconnor1 · Jun 10th, 2003, 02:00 AM

If he is so knowledgeable about BMW's, why did he spend 52k on an STS. He should have bought an M3, or a 540iA for that much. In three years, his 53k would still be worth about 45k rather than the Caddy's 20k.
I'm sorry, this is not an honest review. When I want a real opinion, I go to the experts at the car mags. How can you review cars that you cannot even drive? He admits to not knowing how to drive a standard. Too bad. If he did, he would realize how nice a setup this car has.
Look at the bright side. You know he will never come to MINI2.

tavis1 · Jun 10th, 2003, 12:52 PM

WHAT A PUTZ!!! He needs to have a bigger car with a larger engine to haul his big ***** girl friend around. What a Deeck. This is defenitly a guy whows best part of him ran down his dadies leg.

tavis1

5280Motoring · Jun 10th, 2003, 12:59 PM

I just figure he's one of those hypercritical folks that does this simply to get a reaction. And he got one.

johnny36 · Jun 10th, 2003, 10:14 PM

Not only is his 'review' wrong in so many places, but according to a Canadian advert: you can have sex in a MINI !!!
(I would post a link, but minica.com doesn't have a URL for the QuickTime. The advert is in the video section, its the one called "space", very funny, worth a look)

Jun 9th, 2003, 12:46 PM	#1
SuperMINI03 MINI2 Regular Join Date: May 2003 Location: Newly in Florida Local Time: 10:08 PM Posts: 50 Offline	You have to read this! Hey, Look what I found, if you read the first part like CONS, you might get mad. The whole write up is sad. http://www.epinions.com/content_68761390724 July 2, 2002 Picked up my Chili Red MCS. Let's Motor! http://pages.cthome.net/silenttrigge...mini03_new.jpg <---Click it! Last edited by SuperMINI03 : Jun 9th, 2003 at 01:01 PM.

Jun 9th, 2003, 12:47 PM	#2 (permalink)
SuperMINI03 MINI2 Regular Join Date: May 2003 Location: Newly in Florida Local Time: 10:08 PM Posts: 50 Offline	The more I read, the worse it get, this guy is a complete moron! July 2, 2002 Picked up my Chili Red MCS. Let's Motor! http://pages.cthome.net/silenttrigge...mini03_new.jpg <---Click it!

Jun 9th, 2003, 05:18 PM	#3 (permalink)
Humourl3ss Now With More Cowbell Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Canada City Local Time: 01:08 AM Posts: 1,767 Offline	Non-functioning link, chief. -CW Global Moderator

Jun 9th, 2003, 06:37 PM	#6 (permalink)
Humourl3ss Now With More Cowbell Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Canada City Local Time: 01:08 AM Posts: 1,767 Offline	The idiot doesn't even realize that it was Renault, not Peugeot, who built Le Car. Then again, perhaps that whole review was a misguided attempt at humour? -CW Global Moderator

Jun 9th, 2003, 07:15 PM	#9 (permalink)
Humourl3ss Now With More Cowbell Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Canada City Local Time: 01:08 AM Posts: 1,767 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by PortRhombus When he sits in his V8 he feels like a man. He feels big and superior, probably a substitute for his situation downstairs. Cars are often referred to as male penis extensions. This gives me a great idea for a MINI window decal. "Yes, I'm that big!" -CW Global Moderator

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Jun 9th, 2003, 05:50 PM	#4 (permalink)
eltel MINIstry of Fun Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Eastern Suburbs, Mel Local Time: 03:08 PM Posts: 1,593 Offline	Try it like this www.epinions.com/content_68761390724 Hardly worth reading, as the author is obviously biased.

Jun 9th, 2003, 06:12 PM	#5 (permalink)
nparker MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Orlando, FL Local Time: 05:08 AM Posts: 40 Offline	What you have to realize is that not everyone is going to like the Mini. Take it with a grain of salt. If you read all of his "review" he waxes on about "American Muscle" a real "V8", all he talks about is going in a straight line. If you go to the comments he states he drives a Caddy STS and talks about having sex in the car. Let's give him a review: He lives at home with mommy and daddy (hence that reference to being able to have sex in a car). He's leasing this car so big-haired chicks from the 80's think he's cool (hey baby, it's a caddy and I can't afford to buy anything). He has every Bon Jovi cassette that was released(wadda ya mean they have cds, what's a cd?). He has insecurities with his manhood(after a disappointing encounter in the car he tells her "but babe, 150mph is still faster than 135mph"). That should just about sum it up!

Jun 9th, 2003, 06:44 PM	#7 (permalink)
PortRhombus MINI2 Irregular Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Notts Local Time: 06:08 AM Posts: 627 Offline	A freudian psychologist would interpret his 'anti-minism' as a threat to his manlyhood and masculinity. When he sits in his V8 he feels like a man. He feels big and superior, probably a substitute for his situation downstairs. Cars are often referred to as male penis extensions. And here we have a mini, A small car with small engine. But the fact that it does perform both in speed and especially handling threatens our muched loved reviewer's masculinity. The mini is attacking what he knows and feels secure in (V8 muscle cars). the fact that it is a small car makes it seem even more pathetic to him. Basically its like saying my penis is bigger than yours but at the end of the day hes in bed with a dirty tart and the mini owner's at home with his supermodal girlfreind. If it dont make sense its freud.

Jun 9th, 2003, 07:01 PM	#8 (permalink)
Itzamazn MINI2 Regular Join Date: May 2003 Location: Trinity, North Carol Local Time: 12:08 AM Posts: 60 Offline	Like he said he's never owned a BMW, but seems to know a lot about the two most dangerous "almost cars" ever made. Oh, by the way look around ,"bellbottoms" are back. And where does he drive his rented Caddy 150 mph? I didn't buy my MCS to have sex in. The car is a joy to drive, and the looks are a bit "Retro" which I happen to think adds to it.Itzamazn

Jun 9th, 2003, 07:34 PM	#10 (permalink)
Tonyt3 Track addict Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Hants Local Time: 06:08 AM Posts: 6,258 Offline	I think that this whole review is just to wind people up and illicet vitriolic replies - no one can be that stupid, after all.... I think its just best to ignore it all together. He certainly doesn't make a living out of writing reviews.

Jun 9th, 2003, 07:47 PM	#11 (permalink)
chughes163 MINI2 Muppet Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Location, Location Local Time: 05:08 AM Posts: 1,037 Offline	What a complete and utter ** that bloke is! - he clearly knows jack ** about cars and hasnt grasped the point of the mini - even with its 'bmw' engine

Jun 9th, 2003, 08:36 PM	#12 (permalink)
bigbaddaboom MINI2 Master Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Brighton, UK Local Time: 06:08 AM Posts: 1,297 Offline	Mildly amusing, if it was meant to be a joke he needs to work on his rhetoric a bit more. What is funny is some of the replies, people need to get a humour chip replaced....

Jun 9th, 2003, 08:56 PM	#13 (permalink)
BRGreenie Warning! Armed with Volvo Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: SW London Local Time: 06:08 AM Posts: 1,244 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by nparker He lives at home with mommy and daddy (hence that reference to being able to have sex in a car). He's leasing this car so big-haired chicks from the 80's think he's cool (hey baby, it's a caddy and I can't afford to buy anything). He has every Bon Jovi cassette that was released(wadda ya mean they have cds, what's a cd?). He has insecurities with his manhood(after a disappointing encounter in the car he tells her "but babe, 150mph is still faster than 135mph"). That should just about sum it up! Nparker I think you've summed him up - plus throw in some Xenophobia - Homophobia ( mind you he doesn't mention who he wants sex with ) and hatred of everything that happened in the world since 1972 - I feel I know him so well!!!

Jun 9th, 2003, 11:48 PM	#14 (permalink)
mjmedlen MiniMan Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Livonia, Michigan Local Time: 05:08 AM Posts: 63 Offline	Idiot Reviewer I agree that the reviewer of this article is a complete moron. And technically, BMW does not make the engine. Actually the engine is designed by Chrysler. The only point I will agree with the author on is my only real concern with buying a MINI ( I am to take delivery next month ). It's size from a potential accident issue. That is a scary thought but I plan to drive as defensively as possible and hope for the best. Back in 1975 I was t-boned luckly on the passenger car in my Vega by some moron running a red light in a firebird. I was knocked out and thus have a back issue as a result. Fortunately no one was with me or they would have been killed instantly. Other than that, I have no expected issues with this great carand can't wait to take delivery!!

Jun 10th, 2003, 12:13 AM	#15 (permalink)
Bk MCS MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Florida State University! Local Time: 12:08 AM Posts: 179 Offline	That review was so full of crap that it drew me outta my hole. The only thing he knows about the car and its history is when they were made, otherwise he would know why the speedo is in the middle. Besides, if all cars had speedos in the middle and the MINI had them behind the wheel it would still be weird. Its called relativity you *****! And I'm sorry it cant get up to 150 on the highway, where the speed limit is 70ish. Yes, and his opinion about crashing a mini. How would he know what would happen if it was hit by an escalade going 35mph. Has this happened to him? Probably not, he has no clue and no right to say such a thing. There are people in this world that I wish I could shoot (I love social darwinism) and if I met him, he would probably be one.

Jun 10th, 2003, 01:46 AM	#16 (permalink)
LMB Toon Toon.. <div><a href= Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Up North Local Time: 06:08 AM Posts: 24,895 Offline	Quote: Pros relatively inexpensive for BMW engine powered car Muppet I stopped reading after I read that Global Moderator

Jun 10th, 2003, 02:00 AM	#17 (permalink)
mikeoconnor1 MINI2 Regular Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Connecticut Local Time: 12:08 AM Posts: 116 Offline	If he is so knowledgeable about BMW's, why did he spend 52k on an STS. He should have bought an M3, or a 540iA for that much. In three years, his 53k would still be worth about 45k rather than the Caddy's 20k. I'm sorry, this is not an honest review. When I want a real opinion, I go to the experts at the car mags. How can you review cars that you cannot even drive? He admits to not knowing how to drive a standard. Too bad. If he did, he would realize how nice a setup this car has. Look at the bright side. You know he will never come to MINI2. Mike 2003 MINI Cooper S Chili Red 2005 Jetta GLI

Jun 10th, 2003, 12:52 PM	#18 (permalink)
tavis1 a.k.a Handsome Rob Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Helms Deep Local Time: 10:08 PM Posts: 2,946 Offline	WHAT A PUTZ!!! He needs to have a bigger car with a larger engine to haul his big ***** girl friend around. What a Deeck. This is defenitly a guy whows best part of him ran down his dadies leg. tavis1

Jun 10th, 2003, 12:59 PM	#19 (permalink)
5280Motoring 12th Floor Cube Dweller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: The Phantom Zone Local Time: 10:08 PM Posts: 248 Offline	I just figure he's one of those hypercritical folks that does this simply to get a reaction. And he got one. Visit the Pool Cleaners from Distant Planets Izzy is an '03 MCS, with PP, CWP. It's BRG on BRG. I know, BFD.

Jun 10th, 2003, 10:14 PM	#20 (permalink)
johnny36 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jul 2002 Local Time: 05:08 AM Posts: 40 Offline	boy, what a knit wit Not only is his 'review' wrong in so many places, but according to a Canadian advert: you can have sex in a MINI !!! (I would post a link, but minica.com doesn't have a URL for the QuickTime. The advert is in the video section, its the one called "space", very funny, worth a look)

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