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Old Apr 18, 2002 | 08:19 AM
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Has anyone driven one of the new Mini Cooper S's.

I think they are cool little cars, but have not driven one.

what do you guys think of them.
Old Apr 18, 2002 | 08:50 AM
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WAY, WAY, WAY too small. You'd be done for if an Excursion hits you.

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Old Apr 18, 2002 | 09:54 AM
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the only reason they might be cool is because they're in Project Gotham. but besides that they are way uncool.
Old Apr 18, 2002 | 11:10 AM
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Actually, I got to look at one these while I was drooling over the '02 Maxima's (soon to have one in my possesion). To my surprise, they had one sitting on the lot..Not sure if it was a demo or brand new. I don't like the cars-They are sooo small and the intrument panel is weird. They are supposed to handle pretty well, but doesn't matter if you're going to get creamed by a heavy vehicle.

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Old Apr 18, 2002 | 11:34 AM
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Originally posted by Trev_Daddy
Actually, I got to look at one these while I was drooling over the '02 Maxima's (soon to have one in my possesion). To my surprise, they had one sitting on the lot..Not sure if it was a demo or brand new. I don't like the cars-They are sooo small and the intrument panel is weird. They are supposed to handle pretty well, but doesn't matter if you're going to get creamed by a heavy vehicle.

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Old Apr 18, 2002 | 11:35 AM
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Originally posted by Trev_Daddy
Actually, I got to look at one these while I was drooling over the '02 Maxima's (soon to have one in my possesion). To my surprise, they had one sitting on the lot..Not sure if it was a demo or brand new. I don't like the cars-They are sooo small and the intrument panel is weird. They are supposed to handle pretty well, but doesn't matter if you're going to get creamed by a heavy vehicle.

Just my .002

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Old Apr 18, 2002 | 11:44 AM
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Yep, I'm cheap!

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Old Apr 18, 2002 | 12:15 PM
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Old Apr 18, 2002 | 01:04 PM
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Old Apr 18, 2002 | 01:23 PM
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They're nice as a die-cast metal 1:19 scale model, but that's the extent of my admiration.
Old Apr 18, 2002 | 01:30 PM
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Come on, you guys. I bet there isn't a one of you that wouldn't itch to get your hands on an original Mini Cooper S. I've been in one of those bad boys and yeah, it's small. It will also turn on a dime . . . literally! And you couldn't make one flip over if you hit it sideways with a Mack truck. I'd put one up against just about any production vehicle made in the twisties. And if the new Mini Cooper can maneuver half as well as the original, it should be nothing but fun to drive.

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Old Apr 18, 2002 | 01:51 PM
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OK, so not many people like the Mini S

I agree that they are small, and I wouldn't replace the Maxima with one, but I think that they would make a fun second car to zip around in.
Old Apr 18, 2002 | 01:53 PM
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Re: OK, so not many people like the Mini S

Originally posted by Jopa416
I agree that they are small, and I wouldn't replace the Maxima with one, but I think that they would make a fun second car to zip around in.
Yup. Just about perfect for those daily runs up Pike's Peak! (PS: Move over, Maximas!)
Old Apr 18, 2002 | 03:59 PM
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minis have a cool looking interior and probably well built since its BMW but yea it is kinda small.....its a cute car that gurls probably like
Old Apr 18, 2002 | 04:26 PM
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Originally posted by y2kse
Come on, you guys. I bet there isn't a one of you that wouldn't itch to get your hands on an original Mini Cooper S. I've been in one of those bad boys and yeah, it's small. It will also turn on a dime . . . literally! And you couldn't make one flip over if you hit it sideways with a Mack truck. I'd put one up against just about any production vehicle made in the twisties. And if the new Mini Cooper can maneuver half as well as the original, it should be nothing but fun to drive.

Just my two scents!
I saw one this pm, it was a the Mini Cooper S blue look very nice. I try to convince my gf to buy one instead of a gulf so I can play with it.

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Old Apr 18, 2002 | 04:30 PM
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They are

CUTE!! I like them.
Old Apr 19, 2002 | 08:32 AM
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Re: They are

Ok guys, the #1 reason NOT to buy a Mini Cooper....It's a 'cute' car..FROM THE MOUTH OF A GIRL!!!

Originally posted by SuPedUpCiViCGrL
CUTE!! I like them.
Old Apr 19, 2002 | 09:01 AM
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Re: OK, so not many people like the Mini S

Originally posted by Jopa416
I agree that they are small, and I wouldn't replace the Maxima with one, but I think that they would make a fun second car to zip around in.
I agree. I think they look cool and I hear they handle like a dream. Maybe I'll take my wife's old car in and get a test drive!
Old Apr 19, 2002 | 09:56 AM
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Re: New Mini's

Originally posted by Jopa416
Has anyone driven one of the new Mini Cooper S's.

I think they are cool little cars, but have not driven one.

what do you guys think of them.
i didn't drive one, but i did sit in one at the autoshow...the car is too small..it felt smaller than a miata...anyone who's over 6ft tall(like me) would have problem dring long distance in a Mini..but..it's very cool car..especially the S...i loved the toggle switch they have inside...
Old Apr 19, 2002 | 10:32 AM
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A black one with a black roof and mirrors and some SSR Comps would look good... I would only consider the Cooper S though.
Old Apr 19, 2002 | 12:30 PM
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Originally posted by Weasel
A black one with a black roof and mirrors and some SSR Comps would look good... I would only consider the Cooper S though.

I like the one that H&R has in there ad in SCC mag with the deep dish wheels. I wanted a older one to cram a bunch of 12's in it and make a earthquake.
Old Apr 19, 2002 | 05:07 PM
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Look at it this way: easy parking.

Actually I kind of like the S model. The S model suppose to have 160 hp right? Who are the competitors? Sentra, Civic, Corolla, etc.?
Old Apr 19, 2002 | 07:01 PM
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Originally posted by Cumalot
Look at it this way: easy parking.

Actually I kind of like the S model. The S model suppose to have 160 hp right? Who are the competitors? Sentra, Civic, Corolla, etc.?
Ya, but isnt the S model suppose to be around the mid 20s-high 20s?
Old Apr 19, 2002 | 08:35 PM
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Cooper S

I think you can get a VERY nicely quiopped Cooper S for 25k. That's MSRP - But right now I think they will be hard to get so expect to pay MSRP.

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Old Apr 20, 2002 | 12:46 PM
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I saw one sitting on a Volkswagen dealership lot last night. I thought it was a classic somebody had restored. Who makes these things anyway. It looked pretty cool I guess. I wouldn't want one as daily driver though. Would be nice as maybe a 4th or 5th car.
Old Apr 20, 2002 | 12:54 PM
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Originally posted by Y2KevSE
WAY, WAY, WAY too small. You'd be done for if an Excursion hits you.

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They're not anywhere as small as the original - it's an illusion.
Old Apr 20, 2002 | 12:59 PM
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Originally posted by AznWontonboy
Ya, but isnt the S model suppose to be around the mid 20s-high 20s?

You're talking about price right and not 1/4 time?
Old Apr 20, 2002 | 01:00 PM
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They're not anywhere as small as the original - it's an illusion.
It's 143 inches long - currently the shortest car sold in America.
Old Apr 20, 2002 | 01:09 PM
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Originally posted by Weasel
It's 143 inches long - currently the shortest car sold in America.
The original was exactly 120 inches long!
Old Apr 20, 2002 | 01:24 PM
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It's 143 inches long - currently the shortest car sold in America.
so its possbile for a really short car to NOT look like total garbage. someone tell the folks over at Geo.
Old Apr 20, 2002 | 01:47 PM
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163hp 155lbs torque/supercharged and only 2678lbs. Hmmmmm small yes. But imagine the tunning possibilities. Play with supercharger, headers,exhaust and with an 8:1 compression a little juice and that sucker will FLY. But I would never buy one
Old Apr 20, 2002 | 02:11 PM
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