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Washy · May 19th, 2008, 08:01 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Goonery (original)

You need a 123D M Sport Coupe in Alpine White with Black Dakota leather and Professional Sound System then

No other extra's required its complete straight out of the box as is.

We had one of those for the day....very impressive. Sadly San was wooed away by the convertible version

Goonery · May 19th, 2008, 08:47 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Washy (original)

We had one of those for the day....very impressive. Sadly San was wooed away by the convertible version

The ragtop looks good, but the sheer audacity of the Coupe with the lines of the body and that stubby boot lid and the stupidly stiff body handling from the M suspension make it a wonderful thing, add the 123 torque and it all gels beautifully. If only a 330D version were to appear

Wobert · May 20th, 2008, 06:25 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Goonery (original)

You need a 123D M Sport Coupe in Alpine White with Black Dakota leather and Professional Sound System then

No other extra's required its complete straight out of the box as is.

Slight problem with budget.....I've "only" 16k to play with.

For that kind of money I can get a post-Sept '07 (so efficient dynamics) R56 MCS with c2k miles and Chilli pack + some other bits, or a late 55/06 plate 325i, again specc'd up with less than 12k miles. I have seen 330i's but without leather etc for that kind of dosh too.

northandy · May 20th, 2008, 07:11 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Goonery (original)

You need a 123D M Sport Coupe in Alpine White with Black Dakota leather and Professional Sound System then

No other extra's required its complete straight out of the box as is.

That would be nice

... I still really like the Coupe

CooperID · May 20th, 2008, 02:57 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Goonery (original)

You need a 123D M Sport Coupe in Alpine White with Black Dakota leather and Professional Sound System then

No other extra's required its complete straight out of the box as is.

Perfect everyday car

...but you need to add the 18's or a set of CSL reps

If only we didn't need the boot for the dog

....or maybe that's were the GP could be useful

NeuroBeaker · May 21st, 2008, 03:14 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by jimskater (original)

Some of you may have seen my announcement elsewhere, or noticed the change in my avatar. Let me explain:

Due to the recent (Thursday) decision by the California Supreme Court, I am no longer able to state that Steven is my husband. It's a strange feeling, after almost exactly 20 years (23 May) to not be able to say that.

But I'll get over it. It seems that he's now my fiancé. We're looking at wedding dates in August & October .

Congratulations Jim!

Hey, now you'll have to remember two anniversaries... or you could plan the wedding for the 23rd May next year and keep the one date. Actually, better with two dates - more excuses for presents.

Quote: Originally Posted by northandy (original)

I didnt... well not till after the roundabout

....

only way to stop was to drop the clutch, but then the engine was bouncing off the valves, evening turning it off wouldnt stop it... it kept going regardless of the ignition, had to stall it to get it to stop...

like Paul says back in the days where the biggest gadget my mini had was a cassette player, mounted under the dash on the passenger side that I couldnt reach when driving

Yikes!

Quote: Originally Posted by ONED (original)
I had that happen to me in a 1980 Chevette during some 'Spirited' country driving!
Battery box had rotted and during a rash corner manoeuvre - the battery had came away and fell up against the throttle linkage, needless to say - I didn't catch on till the end of the next straight as I had foot to the floor! scary moment

Oh crap...

And speaking of old classic cars, etc.... I need some help. My Dad's recently bought a Triumph TR3A (link to photo) - his recent passion - but it doesn't really need anything doing to it... it's in show-car condition as is. I was trying to think what sort of accessory I could get him that would go along with the car, but Triumphs don't seem as easy to accessorize as MINIs.

Thusfar, the ideas I've had were:

Triumph DIY books - except that he's already got about 4 of them.
DIY car tools - except that he's got a pretty highly equipped garage already and I can't think what he doesn't have.
Front grill badge (i.e. Union Jack) - but it looks like he's just bought himself one.
Leather driving cap with goggles, and leather driving gloves - except that, the weather doesn't really make that practical in blisteringly hot Alabama. And my Mom didn't think it a good idea to clutter up the house with stuff he's not actually going to use.
Triumph desktop models - but seems a bit naff if he's already got the whole car.
Triumph lapel pins - seen on eBay, but were kinda tacky.

So... can anyone else think of anything that would be helpful to the classic Triumph enthusiast?

PS
Can I say the word accessorize without sounding like a teenage girl?

Washy · May 21st, 2008, 03:21 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by NeuroBeaker (original)

Can I say the word accessorize without sounding like a teenage girl?

No you can't....

The Triumph is cool BTW....My Grandad used to work at the Triumph factory in Coventry.

Paul · May 21st, 2008, 03:28 PM

Well, we've had a mortgage offer, so our move into the big grey box looks ever more likely (LONG story on that front, suffice to say I advice people never to think that getting a mortgage on a wooden/recycled paper shod timber frame house with a rubber roof, if you're both "self employed" will be easy!!).....

Anywho, will post some more recent photos later, although to be fair not much has changed!

Washy · May 21st, 2008, 03:34 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul (original)

Well, we've had a mortgage offer, so our move into the big grey box looks ever more likely (LONG story on that front, suffice to say I advice people never to think that getting a mortgage on a wooden/recycled paper shod timber frame house with a rubber roof, if you're both "self employed" will be easy!!).....

Anywho, will post some more recent photos later, although to be fair not much has changed!

Great stuff.....

According to the sales people on our development it is really difficult to get a mortgage at all at the mo

mad brummie · May 21st, 2008, 03:35 PM

nice one Paul when do you move in? and i expect a tour at some point!

mad brummie · May 21st, 2008, 04:02 PM

Andrew, how about having one of these drawn up of your Dad's car? Its original artwork, i have a couple of my MINI's done, i can give you the guy's details, i'm gonna get one done of the Z4 at some point.

mad brummie · May 21st, 2008, 04:10 PM

oh here's the other one but only a little image

Pobsey · May 21st, 2008, 04:17 PM

just had my 2nd windscreen fitted in 2 weeks, due to the 1st being badly fitted,hopefully its all sorted now...

NeuroBeaker · May 21st, 2008, 04:30 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by mad brummie (original)

Andrew, how about having one of these drawn up of your Dad's car? Its original artwork, i have a couple of my MINI's done, i can give you the guy's details, i'm gonna get one done of the Z4 at some point.

Quote: Originally Posted by mad brummie (original)

oh here's the other one but only a little image

Those are pretty good - I'll run them by my Mom.

Thanks Brum!

Paul · May 21st, 2008, 05:12 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by mad brummie (original)

nice one Paul when do you move in? and i expect a tour at some point!

Not sure yet, shouldn't be long though!

Will be sure to provide a tour. We're not sure if we can afford any carpet or furniture, but it's a start!

Paul · May 21st, 2008, 05:14 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Washy (original)

Great stuff.....

According to the sales people on our development it is really difficult to get a mortgage at all at the mo

We were messed about something by the Abbey (who were the best rate), they could (and SHOULD) have told us three weeks before they did that Abi didn't meet their lending criteria...

Never liked them since I worked there anyway!

Wobert · May 21st, 2008, 06:35 PM

What's the general consensus on the Clubman MCS?

I've seen a few ex-Thorne cars on MINI Cherished that are reasonably specc'd and low mileage for the right kind of money.

The downside is they seem to have taken a bigger hit depreciation-wise than the equivilent 2dr cars.

My gut feeling is that they are a proper "niche" car and and such may be harder to sell on later.

Practicality-wise one would offer a bit more room, passenger & boot wise, so may end being of more use than a std 2 dr MCS.

Any thoughts?

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Washy who's still on course to set a record for most MINIs owned !	231	4.61%
Soggy who shacked up with Rakey, then thought better of it	242	4.83%
Aiden, who's got litres & litres in the drive,	174	3.47%
Cat Eating Rakey - he who spec's best at the pub	187	3.73%
ABG , who has Mod Mania ! and Porsche fever	149	2.98%
MartinL, back in a MINI, still the official beanie-type	136	2.72%
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puck, who's pullied, painted, and wants a new job !	185	3.69%
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lavs, who needs to start Speccin' something soon	178	3.55%
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May 19th, 2008, 08:01 PM	#76961
Washy seventh heaven? Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: in the country Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 18,496 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Goonery (original) You need a 123D M Sport Coupe in Alpine White with Black Dakota leather and Professional Sound System then No other extra's required its complete straight out of the box as is. We had one of those for the day....very impressive. Sadly San was wooed away by the convertible version Black to the future....

May 21st, 2008, 03:14 PM	#76966 (permalink)
NeuroBeaker Where's my navigator?! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Behind the wheel Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 6,246 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by jimskater (original) Some of you may have seen my announcement elsewhere, or noticed the change in my avatar. Let me explain: Due to the recent (Thursday) decision by the California Supreme Court, I am no longer able to state that Steven is my husband. It's a strange feeling, after almost exactly 20 years (23 May) to not be able to say that. But I'll get over it. It seems that he's now my fiancé. We're looking at wedding dates in August & October . Congratulations Jim! Hey, now you'll have to remember two anniversaries... or you could plan the wedding for the 23rd May next year and keep the one date. Actually, better with two dates - more excuses for presents. Quote: Originally Posted by northandy (original) I didnt... well not till after the roundabout .... only way to stop was to drop the clutch, but then the engine was bouncing off the valves, evening turning it off wouldnt stop it... it kept going regardless of the ignition, had to stall it to get it to stop... like Paul says back in the days where the biggest gadget my mini had was a cassette player, mounted under the dash on the passenger side that I couldnt reach when driving Yikes! Quote: Originally Posted by ONED (original) I had that happen to me in a 1980 Chevette during some 'Spirited' country driving! Battery box had rotted and during a rash corner manoeuvre - the battery had came away and fell up against the throttle linkage, needless to say - I didn't catch on till the end of the next straight as I had foot to the floor! scary moment Oh crap... And speaking of old classic cars, etc.... I need some help. My Dad's recently bought a Triumph TR3A (link to photo) - his recent passion - but it doesn't really need anything doing to it... it's in show-car condition as is. I was trying to think what sort of accessory I could get him that would go along with the car, but Triumphs don't seem as easy to accessorize as MINIs. Thusfar, the ideas I've had were: Triumph DIY books - except that he's already got about 4 of them. DIY car tools - except that he's got a pretty highly equipped garage already and I can't think what he doesn't have. Front grill badge (i.e. Union Jack) - but it looks like he's just bought himself one. Leather driving cap with goggles, and leather driving gloves - except that, the weather doesn't really make that practical in blisteringly hot Alabama. And my Mom didn't think it a good idea to clutter up the house with stuff he's not actually going to use. Triumph desktop models - but seems a bit naff if he's already got the whole car. Triumph lapel pins - seen on eBay, but were kinda tacky. So... can anyone else think of anything that would be helpful to the classic Triumph enthusiast? PS Can I say the word accessorize without sounding like a teenage girl? NeuroBeaker - Proud owner of "Zeus" (a 'slightly modified' 2004 MINI ONE). *WARNING!* Thesis writing in progress. Experiments continue. Multi-tasking? Explosion imminent!

May 21st, 2008, 03:21 PM	#76967 (permalink)
Washy seventh heaven? Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: in the country Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 18,496 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by NeuroBeaker (original) Can I say the word accessorize without sounding like a teenage girl? No you can't.... The Triumph is cool BTW....My Grandad used to work at the Triumph factory in Coventry. Black to the future....

May 21st, 2008, 03:28 PM	#76968 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 41,274 Offline	Well, we've had a mortgage offer, so our move into the big grey box looks ever more likely (LONG story on that front, suffice to say I advice people never to think that getting a mortgage on a wooden/recycled paper shod timber frame house with a rubber roof, if you're both "self employed" will be easy!!)..... Anywho, will post some more recent photos later, although to be fair not much has changed! There aint no party like my nana's tea party

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May 19th, 2008, 08:47 PM	#76962 (permalink)
Goonery You can put lipstick on.. My Classifieds Join Date: Aug 2003 Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 13,713 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Washy (original) We had one of those for the day....very impressive. Sadly San was wooed away by the convertible version The ragtop looks good, but the sheer audacity of the Coupe with the lines of the body and that stubby boot lid and the stupidly stiff body handling from the M suspension make it a wonderful thing, add the 123 torque and it all gels beautifully. If only a 330D version were to appear

May 20th, 2008, 06:25 AM	#76963 (permalink)
Wobert Mr 120d Sport Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Chester, UK Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 4,697 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Goonery (original) You need a 123D M Sport Coupe in Alpine White with Black Dakota leather and Professional Sound System then No other extra's required its complete straight out of the box as is. Slight problem with budget.....I've "only" 16k to play with. For that kind of money I can get a post-Sept '07 (so efficient dynamics) R56 MCS with c2k miles and Chilli pack + some other bits, or a late 55/06 plate 325i, again specc'd up with less than 12k miles. I have seen 330i's but without leather etc for that kind of dosh too.

May 20th, 2008, 07:11 AM	#76964 (permalink)
northandy AWOL My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2003 Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 14,650 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Goonery (original) You need a 123D M Sport Coupe in Alpine White with Black Dakota leather and Professional Sound System then No other extra's required its complete straight out of the box as is. That would be nice ... I still really like the Coupe

May 20th, 2008, 02:57 PM	#76965 (permalink)
CooperID ///M Power Join Date: May 2004 Location: on the move.... Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 5,117 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Goonery (original) You need a 123D M Sport Coupe in Alpine White with Black Dakota leather and Professional Sound System then No other extra's required its complete straight out of the box as is. Perfect everyday car ...but you need to add the 18's or a set of CSL reps If only we didn't need the boot for the dog ....or maybe that's were the GP could be useful

May 21st, 2008, 03:34 PM	#76969 (permalink)
Washy seventh heaven? Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: in the country Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 18,496 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Paul (original) Well, we've had a mortgage offer, so our move into the big grey box looks ever more likely (LONG story on that front, suffice to say I advice people never to think that getting a mortgage on a wooden/recycled paper shod timber frame house with a rubber roof, if you're both "self employed" will be easy!!)..... Anywho, will post some more recent photos later, although to be fair not much has changed! Great stuff..... According to the sales people on our development it is really difficult to get a mortgage at all at the mo Black to the future....

May 21st, 2008, 03:35 PM	#76970 (permalink)
mad brummie I Just Can't Get Enough Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: end of the alphabet Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 48,738 Online	nice one Paul when do you move in? and i expect a tour at some point!

May 21st, 2008, 04:02 PM	#76971 (permalink)
mad brummie I Just Can't Get Enough Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: end of the alphabet Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 48,738 Online	Andrew, how about having one of these drawn up of your Dad's car? Its original artwork, i have a couple of my MINI's done, i can give you the guy's details, i'm gonna get one done of the Z4 at some point.

May 21st, 2008, 04:10 PM	#76972 (permalink)
mad brummie I Just Can't Get Enough Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: end of the alphabet Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 48,738 Online	oh here's the other one but only a little image

May 21st, 2008, 04:17 PM	#76973 (permalink)
Pobsey The de Chromed MINI My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Staffordshire Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 3,199 Online	just had my 2nd windscreen fitted in 2 weeks, due to the 1st being badly fitted,hopefully its all sorted now...

May 21st, 2008, 04:30 PM	#76974 (permalink)
NeuroBeaker Where's my navigator?! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Behind the wheel Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 6,246 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by mad brummie (original) Andrew, how about having one of these drawn up of your Dad's car? Its original artwork, i have a couple of my MINI's done, i can give you the guy's details, i'm gonna get one done of the Z4 at some point. Quote: Originally Posted by mad brummie (original) oh here's the other one but only a little image Those are pretty good - I'll run them by my Mom. Thanks Brum! NeuroBeaker - Proud owner of "Zeus" (a 'slightly modified' 2004 MINI ONE). *WARNING!* Thesis writing in progress. Experiments continue. Multi-tasking? Explosion imminent!

May 21st, 2008, 05:12 PM	#76975 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 41,274 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by mad brummie (original) nice one Paul when do you move in? and i expect a tour at some point! Not sure yet, shouldn't be long though! Will be sure to provide a tour. We're not sure if we can afford any carpet or furniture, but it's a start! There aint no party like my nana's tea party

May 21st, 2008, 05:14 PM	#76976 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 41,274 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Washy (original) Great stuff..... According to the sales people on our development it is really difficult to get a mortgage at all at the mo We were messed about something by the Abbey (who were the best rate), they could (and SHOULD) have told us three weeks before they did that Abi didn't meet their lending criteria... Never liked them since I worked there anyway! There aint no party like my nana's tea party

May 21st, 2008, 06:35 PM	#76977 (permalink)
Wobert Mr 120d Sport Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Chester, UK Local Time: 08:39 PM Posts: 4,697 Offline	What's the general consensus on the Clubman MCS? I've seen a few ex-Thorne cars on MINI Cherished that are reasonably specc'd and low mileage for the right kind of money. The downside is they seem to have taken a bigger hit depreciation-wise than the equivilent 2dr cars. My gut feeling is that they are a proper "niche" car and and such may be harder to sell on later. Practicality-wise one would offer a bit more room, passenger & boot wise, so may end being of more use than a std 2 dr MCS. Any thoughts?