NEW CAR PURCHASE!!!

So after 3 years with my trusty 2000 Ford Focus I have decided to part ways with it. I went out and purchased this to replace it!!!!





Its a 2004 Mini Cooper. It has 54200 miles and is equipped with the sport package, fog lights, panoramic sun roof, power windows/locks/mirrors, cruise control, abs, traction control, 6 airbags, and a 5 speed manual. Best part was I only paid $5000 for it! The car is super fun and sporty to drive but, not like a mustang fun way. More like an italian job/getaway driver kind of way. It only weights 2315 lbs so its very light compared to a normal car. It also gets 30+ mpg highway!

 

I may do a build thread for it. However I don't have much plans for it. I have ordered caps for the roof rack bolts, and am looking for a driver mirror and tail light to replace these ones since they have a crack on them. Otherwise the car is pretty rust free and has no noticeable dents or scratches. Im contemplating putting number on the driver door and hood but I am going to photoshop something first to see what I think.

 

They do pretty well in the snow. They are essentially a BMW but front wheel drive. Its light, front wheel drive, relatively small tires, and has traction control and abs.

Yeah I wish it was the S version or the JCW one but this is just the standard 1.6l 5 speed. Its not super quick but its pretty zippy.

Yes they are, however you can select a digital readout on the one behind the steering wheel if you don't want to look over to the center. There is also a relocation kit that uses the center one for nav/glove box and installs those behind the wheel. Forget the name but i might look into it.

 

I think they do

 

So I found some cool decals for the car. I changed one up to fit the business. What do you guys think? I know.... advertising a mustang parts place on a mini cooper is a bit weird but i kinda like it.....

 

Thats a nice looking car. Gen 2 has a few features that I wish the Gen 1 did like the opening rear sunroof, and nicer seats however the gauges suck on Gen 2's. Oh and the color, from what I have read the blue/white is actually a really desirable color and will usually fetch a few hundred more dollars.

Its super fun to drive! Every corner feels like I am in the Italian Job.... Sadly no its just the N/A 1.6L i4 engine...

 

How tall are you? Im 6'2" and 220lbs and I fit just fine. I would say if your over 6'5" you may feel a bit uncomfortable.

 

I agree! Actually the Gen1 s-models have a blower on them. I was originally looking at one in the same blue/white exterior with black leather interior that was a S version. However it had 137k miles and was a year older (2003) and he wanted $7900. My plan is to keep the car through the winter and then next spring/summer see whats available out there for the S versions. If all goes to plan I will sell this one for a pretty good profit and then buy one of the s versions and hopefully keep a few $ in my pocket.