Finally a MINI owner

Discussion in 'Starting Line - New Member Introductions' started by Helltime, Jan 8, 2017.

  1. Helltime

    Helltime New Member

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    Long story short, I first rode in a MCS back in 2005 and I have wanted one ever since, last week I finally picked up a 2006 MCS 6spd and I can't wait to start driving it everywhere. I picked it up knowing it needed a couple minor things before it was driven too much. Currently waiting on parts so I can put it back together (Crank seal behind the pulley was leaking).
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  2. 00Mini

    00Mini Well-Known Member

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    Congratulations on a nice looking ride and Welcome to Motoring Alliance the bestest MINI forum on the interweb !!
     
  3. wmwny

    wmwny Well-Known Member

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    Welcome to M/A! :Thumbsup:

    Your R53 looks nice and I'm sure you will have the time of your life as its new owner [2006 was THE best year]!
     
  4. MCS02

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    Nice Mini! Welcome to MA!
     
  5. GokartPilot

    GokartPilot Well-Known Member

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    Welcome aboard! Kudos on the 06 R53!
     
  6. Savvy

    Savvy Well-Known Member
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    Welcome aboard!
     
  7. Goldsmithy

    Goldsmithy MINI Alliance Ambassador
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    Welcome to the modness...great site and greater people.
     
  8. Gil-galad

    Gil-galad Club Coordinator

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    The '06 MCS model is considered by many (including me) to be the epitome of the BMW MINI when it comes to elegant simplicity in design, spirit, and pure driving pleasure.

    Congrats and enjoy! :Thumbsup:
     
  9. wjosh45

    wjosh45 Member

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    Welcome to MA.. good looking ride.. looking forward to seeing what you do with it.


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  10. Helltime

    Helltime New Member

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    Thanks for the warm welcome!
    My plans for the car (after I get the maintenance where I think it needs to be) will be brakes, wheels/tires, suspension in that order. After those are done the power mods will start.
    I am currently replacing the Crank Seal (the one behind the pulley) and waiting on parts. After that I will probably replace the radiator as it seems to have a small leak at the top where the hose goes and just go from there.
     
  11. StumptownDave

    StumptownDave New Member

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    Very nice!

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  12. mrntd

    mrntd Well-Known Member
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    Welcome Aboard!
     
  13. wjosh45

    wjosh45 Member

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    Welcome to MA. Looks like your already jumping right in to bring your new ride back up to speed. Good stuff..


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