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Harpo · May 27th, 2007, 07:21 PM

There is one thing I miss though - the cubby hole to the right of the steering column.

I feel somewhat cheated, and have nowhere out of the way for window wipes.

ben__allen · May 28th, 2007, 04:58 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Harpo (original)

There is one thing I miss though - the cubby hole to the right of the steering column.

I feel somewhat cheated, and have nowhere out of the way for window wipes.

I noticed that when I was out just before - as i always used to stick wallet, phone, chewy in there to get them out of my pockets for driving. Also, the whole dash looks much better and more expensive than in the R53, but the lower dash plastics seem to be made of a lower quality plastic than previously. Anyone else agree? And, the little rubber pads from the bottom of the trays are not there in the new one either. No great shakes tho!!

Am loving the Dooper to bits, and getting plenty of admiring glnces as I have been driving about!!

The engine feels much free-er than I remember my Cooper to be when it was new - maybe it is cos of the diesel torque?

B]It's ace!!![/b]

mister.t · May 28th, 2007, 05:22 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by popey (original)

I thought you was 16

Alrite them Mum or Dad - Me passenger

ben__allen · May 28th, 2007, 09:27 PM

First dark drive this evening - how good are the interior lights?? Didn;t realise that the 'airbag' signy things on the B-pillar are back lit with whatever colour you choose - awesome!

And the heartbeat is great too - been looking longingly out of the window watching it pulse!!! haha

Harpo · May 28th, 2007, 09:43 PM

I've had mine for a month now and have only just discovered...

...that when reverse is selected and the rear wiper is on (intermittent), it switches to continuous.

Quite helpful, but when the rear wiper is not on, it remains off when reverse is selected. That is not so helpful.

ONED · May 29th, 2007, 12:08 PM

Stunning car Ben!

We are still in debate about the replacement wheels!

Aerokit down the line a bit

Greenie1 · May 29th, 2007, 12:25 PM

Mini looks lovely!

ALD0 · May 29th, 2007, 12:57 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Harpo (original)

I've had mine for a month now and have only just discovered...

...that when reverse is selected and the rear wiper is on (intermittent), it switches to continuous.

Quite helpful, but when the rear wiper is not on, it remains off when reverse is selected. That is not so helpful.

My old 02 Clio had that!

ben__allen · May 30th, 2007, 06:44 PM

I might sound like a wuss, but just done the first fill up, and diesel stinks!

R99 · May 30th, 2007, 07:10 PM

HaHa - its not the nicest smelling thing is it! Its worse when you get it on your hands though!

When are the new wheels going on?

James.

Harpo · May 30th, 2007, 07:49 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by ben__allen (original)

I might sound like a wuss, but just done the first fill up, and diesel stinks!

Remember that smell.

If it doesn't smell, you'll have big bills!

Putting the right fuel in is something you have to concentrate very hard on when you change from a petrol driven vehicle. I've had diesels for 10 years now and have as recently as this year had a petrol nozzle inside the filler neck. You cannot imagine how pleased I was for not actually squeezing the nozzle.

ben__allen · May 30th, 2007, 07:57 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by R99 (original)

HaHa - its not the nicest smelling thing is it! Its worse when you get it on your hands though!

When are the new wheels going on?

James.

Not sure yet?! Rims are there, and tyres should arrive tomorrow, so hopefully I will get 'em fitted on Sat. If not, not sure when I will get chance to get back to Lancaster, as start new job on Mon, and then am off down south for me hols on Friday morning til probs a week on Sun

R99 · May 30th, 2007, 09:12 PM

Ahh i see. Where are you having them fitted mate?

I had a new tyre put on my car at a Morecambe tyre fitters, think it was Morecambe tyres, they did a good job and they also put my Brothers 'Bullets' on his car (tyres were on the rims when bought) for something like £10 which wasnt bad.

Treat us to a pic of the rims, I cant wait to see them on the car. I think it will be the 1st R56 I've seen with aftermarkets.

James.

ben__allen · May 30th, 2007, 09:42 PM

Getting them from TB Turbo aka Top Gear - think it is on the same estate as the TA place - tho think I should really check! lol

I got my BK racing wheel on my old Clio from Westgate Tyres, and they fitted my Play Mini exhaust - good lads and do a decent job!

I haven't seen any R56s with aftermarkets either yet....

ben__allen · Jun 2nd, 2007, 03:32 PM

The wheels are on, and Doops is looking awesome!!!

Hat · Jun 2nd, 2007, 04:00 PM

excellent, looks great

Root Ginger · Jun 2nd, 2007, 04:42 PM

Wow that looks Phat. Especially with the Works Aero Kit.

R99 · Jun 2nd, 2007, 06:10 PM

Looks awesome mate - congrats on the car, and with the new wheels it looks the dogs!

Like I said before, this is the first R56 I've seen with aftermarkets, and it doesnt half look good!

Regards,

James.

I love MINI, Laura · Jun 2nd, 2007, 06:24 PM

Much better there Ben! Looks brilliant with those 18"s on!

DerekH · Jun 2nd, 2007, 06:55 PM

Yes Ben your car looks very nice with the new wheels

May 27th, 2007, 07:21 PM	#41
Harpo Havin' fun... My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: ...on the run. Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 4,614 Offline	There is one thing I miss though - the cubby hole to the right of the steering column. I feel somewhat cheated, and have nowhere out of the way for window wipes. The Return of The Ridgeway - Sunday May 25th 2008 The Arctic Circle Run - Summer 2008

May 28th, 2007, 05:22 PM	#43 (permalink)
mister.t Not the best Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nowhere exciting Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 5,827 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by popey (original) I thought you was 16 Alrite them Mum or Dad - Me passenger A wet dream can only become a reality if you chase it...

May 28th, 2007, 09:43 PM	#45 (permalink)
Harpo Havin' fun... My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: ...on the run. Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 4,614 Offline	I've had mine for a month now and have only just discovered... ...that when reverse is selected and the rear wiper is on (intermittent), it switches to continuous. Quite helpful, but when the rear wiper is not on, it remains off when reverse is selected. That is not so helpful. The Return of The Ridgeway - Sunday May 25th 2008 The Arctic Circle Run - Summer 2008

May 30th, 2007, 07:10 PM	#50 (permalink)
R99 MINI2 Master Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: South Lakes Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 1,465 Online	HaHa - its not the nicest smelling thing is it! Its worse when you get it on your hands though! When are the new wheels going on? James. ::.. 2006 MINI ONE D now with added Aero Kit ..:: --- MT ---

May 30th, 2007, 07:49 PM	#51 (permalink)
Harpo Havin' fun... My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: ...on the run. Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 4,614 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by ben__allen (original) I might sound like a wuss, but just done the first fill up, and diesel stinks! Remember that smell. If it doesn't smell, you'll have big bills! Putting the right fuel in is something you have to concentrate very hard on when you change from a petrol driven vehicle. I've had diesels for 10 years now and have as recently as this year had a petrol nozzle inside the filler neck. You cannot imagine how pleased I was for not actually squeezing the nozzle. The Return of The Ridgeway - Sunday May 25th 2008 The Arctic Circle Run - Summer 2008

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May 28th, 2007, 04:58 PM	#42 (permalink)
ben__allen Dooper is the dogz! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Lancaster Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 1,430 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Harpo (original) There is one thing I miss though - the cubby hole to the right of the steering column. I feel somewhat cheated, and have nowhere out of the way for window wipes. I noticed that when I was out just before - as i always used to stick wallet, phone, chewy in there to get them out of my pockets for driving. Also, the whole dash looks much better and more expensive than in the R53, but the lower dash plastics seem to be made of a lower quality plastic than previously. Anyone else agree? And, the little rubber pads from the bottom of the trays are not there in the new one either. No great shakes tho!! Am loving the Dooper to bits, and getting plenty of admiring glnces as I have been driving about!! The engine feels much free-er than I remember my Cooper to be when it was new - maybe it is cos of the diesel torque? B]It's ace!!![/b]

May 28th, 2007, 09:27 PM	#44 (permalink)
ben__allen Dooper is the dogz! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Lancaster Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 1,430 Offline	First dark drive this evening - how good are the interior lights?? Didn;t realise that the 'airbag' signy things on the B-pillar are back lit with whatever colour you choose - awesome! And the heartbeat is great too - been looking longingly out of the window watching it pulse!!! haha

May 29th, 2007, 12:08 PM	#46 (permalink)
ONED SUCKIN DIESEL!!!! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Shopping at Lidl Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 7,577 Offline	Stunning car Ben! We are still in debate about the replacement wheels! Aerokit down the line a bit

May 29th, 2007, 12:25 PM	#47 (permalink)
Greenie1 vroom, vroom! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Suffolk/Essex Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 389 Offline	Mini looks lovely!

May 29th, 2007, 12:57 PM	#48 (permalink)
ALD0 Hacking the IBUS Join Date: Jun 2003 Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 9,529 Online	Quote: Originally Posted by Harpo (original) I've had mine for a month now and have only just discovered... ...that when reverse is selected and the rear wiper is on (intermittent), it switches to continuous. Quite helpful, but when the rear wiper is not on, it remains off when reverse is selected. That is not so helpful. My old 02 Clio had that!

May 30th, 2007, 06:44 PM	#49 (permalink)
ben__allen Dooper is the dogz! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Lancaster Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 1,430 Offline	I might sound like a wuss, but just done the first fill up, and diesel stinks!

May 30th, 2007, 07:57 PM	#52 (permalink)
ben__allen Dooper is the dogz! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Lancaster Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 1,430 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by R99 (original) HaHa - its not the nicest smelling thing is it! Its worse when you get it on your hands though! When are the new wheels going on? James. Not sure yet?! Rims are there, and tyres should arrive tomorrow, so hopefully I will get 'em fitted on Sat. If not, not sure when I will get chance to get back to Lancaster, as start new job on Mon, and then am off down south for me hols on Friday morning til probs a week on Sun

May 30th, 2007, 09:12 PM	#53 (permalink)
R99 MINI2 Master Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: South Lakes Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 1,465 Online	Ahh i see. Where are you having them fitted mate? I had a new tyre put on my car at a Morecambe tyre fitters, think it was Morecambe tyres, they did a good job and they also put my Brothers 'Bullets' on his car (tyres were on the rims when bought) for something like £10 which wasnt bad. Treat us to a pic of the rims, I cant wait to see them on the car. I think it will be the 1st R56 I've seen with aftermarkets. James. ::.. 2006 MINI ONE D now with added Aero Kit ..:: --- MT ---

May 30th, 2007, 09:42 PM	#54 (permalink)
ben__allen Dooper is the dogz! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Lancaster Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 1,430 Offline	Getting them from TB Turbo aka Top Gear - think it is on the same estate as the TA place - tho think I should really check! lol I got my BK racing wheel on my old Clio from Westgate Tyres, and they fitted my Play Mini exhaust - good lads and do a decent job! I haven't seen any R56s with aftermarkets either yet....

Jun 2nd, 2007, 03:32 PM	#55 (permalink)
ben__allen Dooper is the dogz! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Lancaster Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 1,430 Offline	The wheels are on, and Doops is looking awesome!!! Attached Thumbnails

Jun 2nd, 2007, 04:00 PM	#56 (permalink)
Hat Wolves Did It! My Classifieds Join Date: Oct 2002 Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 15,954 Offline	excellent, looks great

Jun 2nd, 2007, 04:42 PM	#57 (permalink)
Root Ginger Amiga 500 to PS3 20 Years Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Slough, Berkshire Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 4,673 Offline	Wow that looks Phat. Especially with the Works Aero Kit. It was acceptable in the 80's

Jun 2nd, 2007, 06:10 PM	#58 (permalink)
R99 MINI2 Master Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: South Lakes Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 1,465 Online	Looks awesome mate - congrats on the car, and with the new wheels it looks the dogs! Like I said before, this is the first R56 I've seen with aftermarkets, and it doesnt half look good! Regards, James. ::.. 2006 MINI ONE D now with added Aero Kit ..:: --- MT ---

Jun 2nd, 2007, 06:24 PM	#59 (permalink)
I love MINI, Laura MINI2 Master Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Portsmouth,Hampshire Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 3,350 Offline	Much better there Ben! Looks brilliant with those 18"s on!

Jun 2nd, 2007, 06:55 PM	#60 (permalink)
DerekH MINI2 Master Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Fraserburgh Local Time: 08:34 PM Posts: 827 Offline	Yes Ben your car looks very nice with the new wheels

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